What Is Longevity Medicine?
It is not a stretch of the imagination to say that every healthy person wants to live a fulfilling life for as long as possible. It’s not a stretch of the imagination to say that even if you aren’t your healthiest, you want the same. Longevity medicine is a rapidly growing field and is supported […]
How to Tell If You Have Digestive Health Issues
Whether we actively think about it or not, our gut health can be the #1 factor that affects our mood and wellbeing. Our digestive state plays a crucial role in our health as it is responsible for breaking down the food we eat, absorbing nutrients, eliminating waste and providing us with energy. However, when our […]
Naturopathic Guidance to Improve Your Hormone Health
Naturopathic medicine can be the remedy you’ve been looking for to help balance your hormones. Some patients become frustrated when visiting their general practitioner or specialist because they notice they’ve been feeling off, but technically nothing is “wrong” with them. Still, when it comes to your health, you are the person who knows your medical […]
7 Conditions That a Naturopathic Doctor Can Treat
Naturopathic medicine is a globally recognized primary healthcare system that employs science-backed treatments combined with centuries-old natural, traditional healing practices. A primary goal of naturopathic medicine is supporting the body’s natural healing abilities. Naturopathic medicine uses the most natural, non-toxic, and least invasive therapies to treat illness and promote wellness. Often used in combination with […]
What to Expect When Putting Together a Plan for Naturopathic Treatment
As you embark on your new health journey that employs naturopathic care and practice, you will be pleasantly surprised at how thorough your initial appointment with your naturopathic doctor is. Naturopathic Rx’s naturopathic doctors in San Diego take the time to listen to patients and value their input. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) understand that the patient’s […]
Interview with Naturopathic Doctor Angel Barrientos
Why did you choose to be an ND instead of an MD? I became a lifeguard at the age of 17 and, after rescuing a teenager from drowning on my first week on the job, I knew that helping people was what I was born to do! I then went on to respond to 9-1-1 […]
Understanding the Types of Conditions that a Naturopathic Doctor Can Treat
Naturopathic medicine is a globally recognized system of primary health care that integrates elements of modern science with traditional medical practices that are centuries old to support the body’s own natural healing abilities. Based on six principles that lay the foundation of this field of medicine, naturopathic medicine employs the most natural, least toxic, and […]
6 Reasons to Schedule Regular Appointments with a Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic medicine has gained recognition for its contribution to healthcare by utilizing approaches that include safe, non-invasive therapies. These approaches incorporate dietary and lifestyle changes, herbal supplementation, and other science-backed therapies that can be used as a counterpart to conventional medical treatment. Naturopathic Health Care Components Naturopathic care focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and treating acute […]
Summertime is the Best Time to Create a Healthier Lifestyle, Naturally
“Nature itself is the best physician.” – Hippocrates Take Control of Your Health Journey this Season Naturopathic Rx San Diego offers a wide scope of services to treat your whole self. We provide naturopathic medical care and customized treatment plans to address your specific health concerns and restore your whole-body health. Explore the services we […]
What Does Naturopathic Care Mean?
Naturopathic medicine is a primary health care practice that utilizes preventative methods and focuses on the body’s unique ability to heal itself using natural therapies. Naturopathic medicine was introduced in the United States in the late 1800s by the German physician Dr. Benedict Lust. This primary health care practice is rooted in traditional healing systems […]