questions to ask a naturopathic doctor

tina dasilva

Today i called a naturopathic doctor . and i don't know what i should ask him can you guys help me out with it . thank you so much hugs to you all Tina

tina dasilva

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Nana b

tina dasilva said:

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Check for parasites Check
Check for parasites
Check for allergies to food that your body may be fighting. Although insurance may not cover this you can have PCP refer you to a allergy doctor to get tested. Then you Naturopath can help you with the diet.

check for if lining of stomach is reproducing itself

As soon as you say cancer they will want to detox your body and start the healing. Just be sure to tell him/her all his symptoms. Stomach pain, bowel movements, swelling, nueropathy, etc


Good luck!

oh if a licensed dr or chiropractor, can billing go through them if you are being treated on the med side too.

pete43lost_at_sea

tina dasilva said:

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just tell them your story
I have seen 6 naturopaths in the last 2 months and they have all offered good advice,
so my answer is see a few.

you did not marry the first guy you met ? did you ! No worries is you did. but you get my point.

I have really picked up lots from meeting different naturopaths and TCM practioners.

I would really listened hard, its what they have to say that counts. they should mention diet and some key supplements.

i am not sure if you are on chemo , but fixing your gut is key if you are!

I have also googled everyone before or after the consult.

good luck and let us know what is interesting out of your meeting.

hugs,

Pete

kristasplace

Chaga
I would ask him/her about particular supplements that supposedly cure cancer such as chaga mushroom, and superfoods. Spirulina, maca, camu camu, goji berry, apricot kernels, and others. Milk thistle for cleaning the liver, and if it's safe to take while taking chemo. Coffee enemas to flush the liver are supposedly very helpful, but also ask if he/she believes it's safe to do while doing chemo. Ask Emily about those! I've heard coffee enemas can be unsafe for anyone who has ever done chemo, and should only be done under doctor supervision. What's embarrassing, right?!

Good luck with it!
Krista

tina dasilva

pete43lost_at_sea said:

just tell them your story
I have seen 6 naturopaths in the last 2 months and they have all offered good advice,
so my answer is see a few.

you did not marry the first guy you met ? did you ! No worries is you did. but you get my point.

I have really picked up lots from meeting different naturopaths and TCM practioners.

I would really listened hard, its what they have to say that counts. they should mention diet and some key supplements.

i am not sure if you are on chemo , but fixing your gut is key if you are!

I have also googled everyone before or after the consult.

good luck and let us know what is interesting out of your meeting.

hugs,

Pete

Hahahah Pete
that's funny you said that about the first guy . and yes i did Jorge was my first for everything even boyfriend when i was 14 and we have been together from then .lmao hugs Tina

dasspears

kristasplace said:

Chaga
I would ask him/her about particular supplements that supposedly cure cancer such as chaga mushroom, and superfoods. Spirulina, maca, camu camu, goji berry, apricot kernels, and others. Milk thistle for cleaning the liver, and if it's safe to take while taking chemo. Coffee enemas to flush the liver are supposedly very helpful, but also ask if he/she believes it's safe to do while doing chemo. Ask Emily about those! I've heard coffee enemas can be unsafe for anyone who has ever done chemo, and should only be done under doctor supervision. What's embarrassing, right?!

Good luck with it!
Krista

Coffee enemas
This confuses me. How does a coffee enema affect the liver when the enema never comes in contact with the liver and doesn't cross the blood stream? I have never understood this!

luvmum

Do you mind if I ask
What is a naturopathic doctor?

lisa42

luvmum said:

Do you mind if I ask
What is a naturopathic doctor?

ND's and naturopaths
A naturopathic doctor is known as an ND. They have studied and I believe the same amount of time as an MD, but not positive on that. The center where I go has several doctors, most of whom are ND's, but a couple are MD's who have gone holistic. Some medical doctors have gone holistic/natural and call themselves holistic doctors,which may be similar but is different. Some practitioners call themselves naturopaths, which is not to be confused with naturopathic dr's. A "naturopath" can be mostly self taught, but I believe to actually use that title has to have gone through some official training and classes. Naturopaths/naturpathic doctors take an approach that is a whole body health and of preventing disease by bringing the body to health through diet/nutrition, herbal/natural supplements, detoxes and cleanses that are supposed to rid the body of things such as pesticides and other chemicals, heavy metals, and even microorganisms and parasites. Many also use additional techniques like lymphatic massage to release clogged lymph nodes, chiropractics, accupuncture, accupressure, some use things such as ionic footbaths for detoxing and energizing the blood cells (mine doesn't use that though). It is their belief that although some medications are useful and perhaps neccessary, that most medications act as "bandaids", treating only symptoms but not actually addressing the underlying problems in the body that are causing discomfort, illnesses, and disease. My naturopathic dr was diagnosed with a very debilitating form of arthritis as a teenager. Currently, I think he's in his 60's. He does walk with a limp, but he was told he'd be in a wheelchair by the time he was 30 and so he took his own health into his hands and is doing pretty well. He said he has had some great successes with people with fibromyalgia, some that are in complete remission from it. He is also working with several cancer patients- some who are going the complete natural route, some who have been in chemo and quit chemo to start the natural route, and some like me who are incorporating the chemo and natural together. He actually said he believes that is the best for me right now. Many naturopaths won't say that- they believe anything "western" medicine is bad, but I think the wise ND's acknowledge that sometimes both together are needed. That's just my opinion.

Because the "natural" approach isn't heavily regulated like regular medical doctors are, I've discovered that different naturopaths and naturopathic doctors do not all do the same things and remedies. The place where I have been going for the past three months is called the Center For Advanced Medicine in Encinitas, CA (you can google their website if you want to read about what they have to say, as an example of at least one approach and mindset).

Just thought I'd share what I've learned- others may chime in as well.
Lisa

luvmum

lisa42 said:

ND's and naturopaths
A naturopathic doctor is known as an ND. They have studied and I believe the same amount of time as an MD, but not positive on that. The center where I go has several doctors, most of whom are ND's, but a couple are MD's who have gone holistic. Some medical doctors have gone holistic/natural and call themselves holistic doctors,which may be similar but is different. Some practitioners call themselves naturopaths, which is not to be confused with naturopathic dr's. A "naturopath" can be mostly self taught, but I believe to actually use that title has to have gone through some official training and classes. Naturopaths/naturpathic doctors take an approach that is a whole body health and of preventing disease by bringing the body to health through diet/nutrition, herbal/natural supplements, detoxes and cleanses that are supposed to rid the body of things such as pesticides and other chemicals, heavy metals, and even microorganisms and parasites. Many also use additional techniques like lymphatic massage to release clogged lymph nodes, chiropractics, accupuncture, accupressure, some use things such as ionic footbaths for detoxing and energizing the blood cells (mine doesn't use that though). It is their belief that although some medications are useful and perhaps neccessary, that most medications act as "bandaids", treating only symptoms but not actually addressing the underlying problems in the body that are causing discomfort, illnesses, and disease. My naturopathic dr was diagnosed with a very debilitating form of arthritis as a teenager. Currently, I think he's in his 60's. He does walk with a limp, but he was told he'd be in a wheelchair by the time he was 30 and so he took his own health into his hands and is doing pretty well. He said he has had some great successes with people with fibromyalgia, some that are in complete remission from it. He is also working with several cancer patients- some who are going the complete natural route, some who have been in chemo and quit chemo to start the natural route, and some like me who are incorporating the chemo and natural together. He actually said he believes that is the best for me right now. Many naturopaths won't say that- they believe anything "western" medicine is bad, but I think the wise ND's acknowledge that sometimes both together are needed. That's just my opinion.

Because the "natural" approach isn't heavily regulated like regular medical doctors are, I've discovered that different naturopaths and naturopathic doctors do not all do the same things and remedies. The place where I have been going for the past three months is called the Center For Advanced Medicine in Encinitas, CA (you can google their website if you want to read about what they have to say, as an example of at least one approach and mindset).

Just thought I'd share what I've learned- others may chime in as well.
Lisa

Dear lisa
Thank you very very much for your detailed reply. I know you are very busy and you still spend time to answer my stupid question.

I wonder if I could find a ND for my mum here... she is only seeing a Chinese medicine practitioner and doing qigong at the same time. Even since 2 weeks before her liver resection, she stopped taking chinese medicine already. The liver surgeon asked her to wait for another month before she can take Chinese medicine again.

I sincerely hope that you will do well with the sauna detox program!
love and hugs
Dora