Dr. Benna Lun BSc(Hons) ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Ridgeway
Wellness Centre
355 Ridge Rd. N
Fort Erie, ON
P: (905) 894-1551
F: (905) 894-4183
Niagara Falls
Chiropractic Clinic
6150 Valley Way
Niagara Falls, ON
P: (905) 357-5566
SERVING:
Niagara Falls
Niagara-On-The-Lake
Port Colborne
St. Catharines
Ridgeway
Fort Erie
Welland
Thorold
Buffalo
Naturopathic Medicine is a system of healing using natural treatment methods substantiated through tradition and modern scientific research. It may be used alone as primary health care or in conjunction with conventional/Western medical care.
Naturopathic medicine emphasizes whole body optimum health, identification and treatment of the root causes of disease, and prevention and management of chronic and acute illness.
Naturopathic medicine emphasizes whole body optimum health, identification and treatment of the root causes of disease, and prevention and management of chronic and acute illness.
Your Naturopathic Doctor (ND) may use one or more of the following therapies based on your personal health needs, individual response, and comfort level:
Naturopathic Doctors (ND's) require at least 3 years of undergraduate study followed by a 4-year naturopathic program at an accredited naturopathic medical school.
ND's receive formal education in basic sciences (biochemistry, physiology, etc.), diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals in addition to their naturopathic therapies.
ND's are also required to complete continuing education in order to maintain their licensure in Manitoba.
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ND's receive formal education in basic sciences (biochemistry, physiology, etc.), diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals in addition to their naturopathic therapies.
ND's are also required to complete continuing education in order to maintain their licensure in Manitoba.
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Naturopathic doctors are guided by six principles.
This set of principles, emphasized throughout a Naturopathic Doctor's training, outlines the naturopathic approach to health and healing and forms the foundation of this distinct system of health care.
First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere)
Naturopathic medicine follows three principles to avoid harming the patient:
1. Utilize methods and medicinal substances that minimize the risk of
harmful side effects;
2. Avoid, when possible, the harmful suppression of symptoms;
3. Acknowledge and respect the individual's healing process, using the least
force necessary to diagnose and treat illness.
Your Naturopathic Doctor chooses natural remedies and therapies that are safe and effective to increase your health and decrease the incidence harmful side effects.
The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae)
Your Naturopathic Doctor works to restore and support the powerful and inherent healing ability of your body, mind and spirit and to prevent further disease from occurring. Naturopathic Doctors identify and remove obstacles to recovery, facilitating and augmenting this ordered and intelligent healing ability.
Identify and Treat the Cause (Tolle Causam)
Your Naturopathic Doctor's primary goal is to determine and treat the underlying cause rather than simply managing or suppressing your symptoms. The underlying cause may be due to diet, lifestyle habits, life events, posture or environment. Symptoms are viewed as expressions of the body's natural attempt to heal.
Treat the Whole Person
Each person is unique and requires individualized care. In treating the cause of any condition, your Naturopathic Doctor takes into account not only your physical symptoms, but also mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, spiritual and other factors. Disease affects the entire person, not just a specific organ or system. Your nutritional status, lifestyle, family history, feelings, environmental stresses, and physical health are all carefully evaluated and addressed.
Doctor as Teacher (Docere)
Your Naturopathic Doctor will assist you in understanding health and illness. He/she will provide with an understanding of the factors that affect your health and help you find balance and become more capable of maintaining your own health. Naturopathic Doctors also acknowledge the therapeutic value inherent in the doctor-patient relationship.
Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Your Naturopathic Doctor applies all of the above principles in a pro-active form of disease prevention and health promotion. Naturopathic Doctors emphasize healthy daily habits, assess risk factors and hereditary susceptibility to disease, and make appropriate interventions to prevent illness. Health is more than just the absence of disease; it also entails daily functioning on the highest possible level and is obtained by proper nutrition, exercise, a balanced lifestyle, and positive emotions, thoughts and actions. The capacity for optimal wellness or an improved quality of life is inherent in every body.
Adapted from the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors website.
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This set of principles, emphasized throughout a Naturopathic Doctor's training, outlines the naturopathic approach to health and healing and forms the foundation of this distinct system of health care.
First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere)
Naturopathic medicine follows three principles to avoid harming the patient:
1. Utilize methods and medicinal substances that minimize the risk of
harmful side effects;
2. Avoid, when possible, the harmful suppression of symptoms;
3. Acknowledge and respect the individual's healing process, using the least
force necessary to diagnose and treat illness.
Your Naturopathic Doctor chooses natural remedies and therapies that are safe and effective to increase your health and decrease the incidence harmful side effects.
The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae)
Your Naturopathic Doctor works to restore and support the powerful and inherent healing ability of your body, mind and spirit and to prevent further disease from occurring. Naturopathic Doctors identify and remove obstacles to recovery, facilitating and augmenting this ordered and intelligent healing ability.
Identify and Treat the Cause (Tolle Causam)
Your Naturopathic Doctor's primary goal is to determine and treat the underlying cause rather than simply managing or suppressing your symptoms. The underlying cause may be due to diet, lifestyle habits, life events, posture or environment. Symptoms are viewed as expressions of the body's natural attempt to heal.
Treat the Whole Person
Each person is unique and requires individualized care. In treating the cause of any condition, your Naturopathic Doctor takes into account not only your physical symptoms, but also mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, spiritual and other factors. Disease affects the entire person, not just a specific organ or system. Your nutritional status, lifestyle, family history, feelings, environmental stresses, and physical health are all carefully evaluated and addressed.
Doctor as Teacher (Docere)
Your Naturopathic Doctor will assist you in understanding health and illness. He/she will provide with an understanding of the factors that affect your health and help you find balance and become more capable of maintaining your own health. Naturopathic Doctors also acknowledge the therapeutic value inherent in the doctor-patient relationship.
Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Your Naturopathic Doctor applies all of the above principles in a pro-active form of disease prevention and health promotion. Naturopathic Doctors emphasize healthy daily habits, assess risk factors and hereditary susceptibility to disease, and make appropriate interventions to prevent illness. Health is more than just the absence of disease; it also entails daily functioning on the highest possible level and is obtained by proper nutrition, exercise, a balanced lifestyle, and positive emotions, thoughts and actions. The capacity for optimal wellness or an improved quality of life is inherent in every body.
Adapted from the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors website.
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Nutrition
Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture)
Herbal Medicine
Homeopathy
Physical Medicine (Hydrotherapy)
Lifestyle Counselling
Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture)
Herbal Medicine
Homeopathy
Physical Medicine (Hydrotherapy)
Lifestyle Counselling
