Naturopathy is a kind of alternative therapies with a number of natural therapies serving under its umbrella, such as acupuncture, Ayurveda, homeopathy, homeopathy, herbalism, yoga, meditation, reflexology, Chinese herbal treatment, etc.

Naturopaths prefer to have a holistic approach to the ailment and do not prescribe invasive treatment, surgery or any other kind of medication.

Naturopathy is based on the following six principles

  • Do no harm
  • Prevention is better than cure
  • Explain the patient the importance of self-care
  • Use the healing power of nature
  • Treat the patient as a whole
  • Treat the underlying cause

Types of Naturopathic Remedies/Therapies:

All those therapies that are often known by the term “alternative therapies,” and not allopathic are Naturopathic.

Administering the intensity of the disease,  some of the naturopathic therapies are purely medicinal while some may be practice-oriented.

Here are some of the most widely used natural therapies:


The soul of naturopathic therapy, Ayurveda can cure almost all diseases, including lifestyle based diseases.

Ayurvedic medicines are made from herbs, roots, and stems of the plants.


This therapy type is based on relieving the underlying cause rather than the diseases label. Considering that an underlying cause can vary for each individual, prescriptions are personalized.


For optimal functioning, a human body needs a proper diet. Nutrition is the link between one’s diet and good health. 

A healthy diet of fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains gives numerous health benefits preparing the body for fighting bacteria and viruses.

Another important aspect of nutrition is the presence of antioxidants in the body that serve to fight the effect of free radicals and delay the onset of premature aging.

Remedial Therapies

These include therapies such as acupressure, reflexology, flower essences, sports medicine, aromatherapy, shiatsu, Chinese massage, etc.

Yoga and Meditation

 Yoga and meditation, when done together, can safely treat several medical conditions and diseases.

These are the popular holistic treatments and can be very well supplanted alongside homeopathic remedies for noticeable healing effects.

Some other kinds of naturopathy therapies include color treatments, Unani medicine, psychological counseling, manipulative therapy, etc.

Further due to the spiraling costs of allopathy, strong side-effects,  addictive nature, people are now choosing the aforesaid gentler modes of therapy.