Volume : 3, Issue : 6, June - 2014

The Role of Naturopathy in the Management of Diabetes

Dr . I. Maria Yesuraja, Ann Tressasabu

Abstract :

Lifestyle diseases are more common as countries become more industrialized and are caused by an inappropriate and non–harmonious relationship of people with their environment. Around the world, diabetes is affecting the health and well–being of alarge volume of people. According to Naturopathy it is a usual metabolic disorder chiefly related to digestive system & functions of liver, though it is commonly believed as a disorder of the pancreas. Whatever may be the cause of or course of the disease it generally ought to control only by a healthy life style. Naturopathic doctors are well–trained and are able to provide patients with excellent individualized treatment options. A comprehensive treatment plan that includes regulated diet, exercise, hydrotherapy, mud therapy and other medications is the best way to regulate blood sugar and manage diabetes. Many scientific studies have validated the use of naturopathic treatments for helping achieve optimal health for diabetics.