Natural Health Basics

Holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates of holistic health typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.

Acupuncture
The practice of acupuncture is based on the philosophy of yin and yang—two opposite forces that govern all aspects of life, including health. Ailments result from an imbalance of these two forces, which is caused by the disruption or blockage of energy, or chi, in the body.

Acupuncturists commonly use thin metal needles as a means of stimulation to points along specific energy pathways, or meridians, to help chi flow freely. Massage, heat, lasers and magnets are also used as an alternative to the needles.

Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy refers to the use of essential oils extracted from herbs, trees and plants for therapeutic purposes. Aromatherapists can recommend personally tailored scents for specific ailments, or to promote well-being.

Treatment generally involves the mixing of essential oils with a neutral one, such as vegetable oil. Three examples of application include having the mixed oil spread over the body in a massage, added to bathwater or inhaled.

Chiropractic
Focusing on the vital relationship between the nervous system and your health, chiropractic restores health and well being by removing spinal nerve interference known as vertebral subluxation. This is done, without the aid of drugs or surgery, most commonly to help treat various problems involving bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons. Generally, a chiropractor manually applies a controlled force to the problem area, alleviating inflammation, reduced mobility or pain. Chiropractors are also trained to give advice on lifestyle and dietary changes.

Dentistry
The health of your teeth can impact your overall health. Did you know that gum disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes? With nearly a third of Americans susceptible to gum disease, dental health is key to well-being. While daily dental hygiene is imperative, preventive care is just as crucial.

Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a holistic form of medicine that treats illnesses through the use of extreme dilutions of herbs, animal substances and chemical compounds. The term homeopathy comes from the Greek homeo meaning "similar," and pathos meaning "suffering." Samuel Hahnemann, an 18th-century German physician, coined the term in 1796.

Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage, manipulating body tissue with the hands, heals muscles and promotes better circulation. It is effective for patients who suffer a range of conditions from arthritis to paralysis and is often used to relieve pain and reduce swelling.

Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a blend of different therapies, all attempting to restore the body to health in the most natural way possible. Based on the idea that the body has the innate ability to fight disease, its techniques are noninvasive and designed to stimulate the body's natural healing powers.

Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Nutrition and diet therapies educate people about the connection between food and health. Nutritionists and dietitians promote good eating habits to help prevent disease and to treat preexisting conditions. They work with a patient's unique biological makeup to plan a diet regimen that will facilitate his or her return to optimal health.

Osteopathy
Osteopaths practice medicine just like medical doctors. But osteopaths are distinguished by their holistic philosophy. They believe a proper working musculoskeletal system is at the core of a person's well-being. These physicians use techniques like osteopathic manipulative treatment, to help diagnose illness and injury and encourage healing.

Physical Therapy
Following extensive assessment and diagnosis of a disease or disability, physical therapy seeks to rehabilitate the body through movement and touch. Exercise and massage are two main applications of therapeutic treatment. Patients of physical therapy include accident victims and sufferers of debilitating conditions such as strokes, lower back pain, head injuries, heart disease and cerebral palsy.

Health Professionals in Toronto

Liza P Egbogah BSc, DC Chiropractor	send email
"Dr. Liza Egbogah use a holistic approach to health, and will refer to appropriate health care practitioners whenever appropriate. Through the use of well rounded treatment protocols that include chiropractic adjustments, mobilizations, ..." See full profile	145 King Street West 1710 Toronto, Ontario M5H 1J8 (416) 366-1710
Pamela Frank Acupuncturist	send email
"Why Choose Dr. Frank? Experience - Nine years as a naturopathic doctor. Expertise - I have a particular interest in helping women with problems like hair loss, acne, infertility, anxiety, irritable bowel syndrome ..." See full profile	2443 1/2 Yonge Street Toronto, Ontario M4P 2E7 (416) 481-0222
Millie Lytle ND, BA, C, Ht, Doula Naturopath	send email
"dr. Millie believes that mind, body and spirit are symbiotic and can be treated wholistically by addressing all parts of the self. Dr. Millie provides individual and group treatment using a combination ..." See full profile	790 Bay Street Suite 900 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1N8 (416) 598-9344
Chris Caraman HD, DHMS, CH Homeopath	send email
"Dr. Chris Caraman holds a European Medical Doctor Degree evaluated by the University of Toronto as equivalent to a Medical Degree from a reputable Canadian University. Having over twenty years of practice ..." See full profile	55 St. Clair Avenue West 6th Floor Toronto, Ontario M4V 2Y7 (647) 435-6652
May Huang Acupuncturist	send email
"Healing From the Root,Beyond Treating Symptoms. Discover how Great your body can feel! " See full profile	#501 5799 Yonge St.(&Finch) Toronto, Ontario M2M 3V3 (416) 455-0351
Irvinder Tinna ND, LAC, BSC, HD(rHOM Acupuncturist	send email
"There are lots of people who come for back pain. Many of the patients hold their stress in their backs or shoulders. Anyone can benefit from our services like Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Massage ..." See full profile	688 Richmond St W suite 302 Toronto, Ontario M6J 1C5 (416) 516-2114
Susan Yuning Hu DrTCM Acupuncturist	send email
"Dr. Susan Hu (M.D. China) graduated from the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1992 after 6 years study. She has worked extensively in the health care system of China, and ..." See full profile	379 Danforth Ave. 2nd Floor Toronto, Ontario M4K 1P1 (416) 466-2988
Kaleb Montgomery HBSc, DTCM Acupuncturist	send email
"I treat men and women for infertility and pregnancy care. I help couples going through the IVF/IUI process have healthier more side effect free and more successful treatments. I also help couples ..." See full profile	13-700 University Ave Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X6 (416) 236-4611
Tracy Chen LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"* Formally trained & highly experienced acupuncture specialist * 20 years expeience * Professor Of TCM (Canada & China) * Specialize in Traditional Chinese Diagnostics and Gynecology * Specialize infertility/IVF/IUI " See full profile	425 Queen Street W Suite# 203 Toronto, Ontario M5V 2A5 (416) 408-1237

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