Nutrition and Naturopathy focuses on: Role of Nutrition in Naturopathy The role of Nutrition in Naturopathy is to promote health and restore well-being through appropriate nourishment through dietary prescriptions and nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals and other dietary herbs. Throughout the entire life cycle, from preconception to senior years, food choices one make on a day to day basis can have a direct impact on the health, by increasing the susceptibility to disease, potentially reducing physical and mental development, and immunity. Food is a source of nourishment. Our bodies use food to provide our cells with essential nutrients and fuel for energy, growth and repair. The right food choices aid the transportation of vital nutrients into the blood and cells. Absorption of the nutrients from a healthy eating regime gives one the best opportunity to maximize wellbeing. |