Naturopathy and Dietetics

The concepts of Naturopathic Medicine as a distinct system can be traced back to the early 19th century following the start of the nature cure movement in Europe.

Over the years many ideas have come in and out of vogue but the fundamental principles that support of the healing powers of nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae) still hold true today and have stood the tests of time.

Modern Naturopathic Medicine still focuses on supporting optimal expression of biological, physical, and emotional health and wellbeing with a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection.

The General Council and Register of Naturopaths is the oldest registering body for practitioners of Naturopathy in the UK and defines naturopathy as 'a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine.'

Naturopathy is beneficial for the following types of patients:

  • People who are looking for disease prevention and health promotion strategies.
  • People who have a range of symptoms that they have been unable to address on their own or with the help of other medical practitioners
  • People who have been diagnosed with an illness and are looking for supportive treatment options.
  • People who are looking to combine conventional and naturopathic treatments with the aim of minimizing side effects of drugs, surgery or medical treatments.

We feel that the Naturopathic approach should adhere to 6 key principles...

 

  1. First Do No Harm - this is the corner stone of all medical practices both conventional and alternative
  2. The Naturopath as a Teacher - for many people the last time they learnt about their body was in biology class at school!
  3. The holistic approach - naturopaths are interested in the person as a whole and not necessarily the illness in isolation
  4. Reveal the cause - in many cases recurrent illness does have a root cause, locate and deal with this and health can be restored
  5. Preventative medicine - seeking to adopt a healthy lifestyle lies at the heart of preventing illness before it strikes
  6. The healing power of nature - at the end of the day, the body has to do the healing irrespective of the drug, natural remedy or lifestyle change.
Marcus Webb

Marcus Webb

Osteopath (GOsC Registered)
Naturopath (GCRN Registered)
Nutritional Therapist (NNA Registered)
Medical Acupuncturist (BMAS Registered)

Marcus qualified in 1988 from the British College of Osteopathic medicine (formally the British College of Naturopathy and Osteopathy) and has been in full time practice since graduation.

He has a special professional interest in the nutritional management of osteoporosis and chronic pain disorders using medical acupuncture.

His holistic approach extends to the incorporation of nutritional therapy within the naturopathic context to support health and wellbeing.

Marcus does not include cranial osteopathy nor paediatric osteopathy within his scope of practice.