We know you’ve got questions… after all the subject of naturopathy remains a much discussed topic.
What can you treat and how can you help me?
From headaches to hair loss, depression to weight loss, Naturopaths can treat and heal a variety of ailments including:
• allergies
• arthritic conditions
• asthma
• back pain and back problems
• constipation
• depression
• digestive complaints such as irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers
• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• menstrual and menopausal problems
• migraines
• skin conditions
There is no limit as to who should see a naturopath. Children, teenagers, young adults and parents can all find a visit to a naturopath very beneficial.
What does naturopathy do?
Naturopathy works on strengthening the body’s natural defences.
Naturopathy promotes good health and wellness. Our role is to work with you, utilising a program which, not only promotes natural healing and wellbeing, but also helps you achieve set goals.
What does a consultation involve?
After your initial consultation (and depending on your problem) we will design a treatment path that meets your body’s needs.
At Nu-Leaf we provide a comprehensive weight loss program that treats you as an individual and addresses your individual needs. We look at the underlying reasons behind your weight and by addressing these you lose weight successfully but more importantly, keep it off. This may include treating hormonal imbalances, sluggish metabolism or stress, just to name a few. Please read our testimonials at http://www.nu-leaf.com.au/index.php/successstories/tim
We also use Hemaview, which is a live blood screening tool that can help us develop a more accurate understanding of your health issues and the most effective way to treat them so that you feel better, faster. For more information visit http://www.nu-leaf.com.au/index.php/analysis/hemaview
At Nu-Leaf we monitor your body composition/body fat using VLA Bio-Impedance analysis which is a tool which assists us to design a program specifically for your needs. Nutritional supplements, exercise recommendations and dietary advice will be provided, giving your body the building blocks for maximum health and energy. http://www.nu-leaf.com.au/index.php/analysis/vla
The more we know about your state of health the more effectively we can treat you and get faster results. For that reason we have created a special package to include all relevant tests free at your first visit. Most naturopaths would charge for their time and an additional amount for the tests.
Can I claim it through my Private Health Insurance?
Yes, all naturopaths at Nu-Leaf are registered with all health funds and consultations costs and sometimes supplements can be rebated by your health fund. The amount is dependant on your fund and the level of cover you have.
Also our weight loss program is now recognised in its own right by health funds as a Weight Management program. This means that with certain health funds you can get a rebate for naturopathic consultations as well as a rebate of $100 for the program itself. For more information about this rebate please call us on 1300 669 834.
What are the origins of naturopathy?
Modern day naturopathy was pioneered in the early 19th Century by practitioners such as Austrian Vincent Priessnitz, the founder of the principles of hydrotherapy.
Towards the end of the century a German priest (Father Sebastian Kneipp) who practised various therapies treated an American named Benedict Lust with a combination of his herbal treatments and water cures. Lust then returned to the United States and founded the American School of Naturopathy, which became the basis for all naturopathic training and practice, as we know it today.
What therapies do you provide?
As well as weight loss and nutrition, Nu-Leaf naturopaths use herbal medicines to treat and repair the body.