The most important aspect of naturopathy is your naturopathic diet. A naturopath will recommend foods that are fresh and as close to nature as possible. This means foods that are minimally processed or refined, without artificial ingredients, preservatives, and other chemical additives.
Naturopathic Diet and the Forces of Nature
Following a naturopathic diet and lifestyle begins with getting back to basics. This means eating foods that are as close to nature as possible:
- Raw vegetables, not canned
- Organically grown without pesticides and chemicals
- Grown in soils rich in nutrients
Let the Animals Roam Free
The best naturopathic diet contains meat and poultry from free-range animals that grazed on wild plants and grass. Ask if the meat is free from pesticides and make sure the animals were never injected with hormones and antibiotics.
Don’t be Stuck in a Food Rut, Mix it up!
A naturopathic diet contains a variety of foods from a variety of sources, which supply the body with adequate amounts of:
- Protein
- Complex carbohydrates
- Healthy forms of fat
- Water, vitamins, and minerals
Naturopathic Diet Delivers
Variety in a naturopathic diet provides the body with vitamins, minerals, and water, all of which are vital to the overall function of the body:
- Manufacture enzymes, hormones, and other important substances.
- Build, repair, and restore tissue function.
- Detoxify blood and remove toxins from the body.
- Build and maintain a strong immune response.
Remember, the body is like a machine: without adequate tools your body and immune system will not function properly.
BIO: Dr. Mundorff is a Registered Nurse and Board Certified Naturopath, and not a medical doctor. Dr. Mundorff is the author of several books. Her latest book, Take Control: A Guide to Holistic Living is an innovative health guide, which helps the reader learn how to regain control of their health by discovering the practical effectiveness of combining alternative and modern medicine. Contact her at bridges2hlth@aol.com
