Naturopathy

Jennifer Miller is not only a naturopathic doctor, but also a registered nurse with certification in iridology, craniosacral, kinesiology (also in animals) and lactation counseling. A naturopath specializes in wellness, teaching patients to apply natural lifestyle approaches that can act to facilitate the body’s healing and health building potential.

Miller believes disease (when not caused by trauma) results from faulty nutrition, improper rest, unhealthy habits and thought patterns, destructive lifestyles and environmental factors. These things cause biological imbalances leading to a weakening of the body’s defenses and subsequent breakdown in health.

When disease appears on the scene, it is already late in the game. The naturopath does not undertake to diagnose or treat disease but recognizes that the majority of sub-health conditions are cumulative effects. After muscle testing the body (kinesiology) and examining the irises (iridology) along with other information about the patient, she can recommend herbal supplements, natural vitamins and homeopathic remedies.

Our bodies tell us early on when there is a problem. We can either respond to these messages or try to suppress the symptoms, perhaps with drugs or by just ignoring them. Unless the underlying causative factor is corrected, the symptoms eventually will no longer be helped by these drugs, and we will need stronger drugs or even surgery to quiet the body’s message.

At this time modern medicine might be capable of diagnosing what is wrong and offering interventions, but the underlying problem or origin may not be addressed. The practice of naturopathy is not the practice of medicine; it is legal in all 50 states. You can reach Dr. Miller at 513-398-4828.

This article appears in Aug 11-17, 2004.