naturopathy
noun
na·tu·rop·a·thy
ˌnā-chə-ˈrä-pə-thē 
: a system of treatment of disease that avoids drugs and surgery and emphasizes the use of natural agents (such as air, water, and herbs) and physical means (such as tissue manipulation and electrotherapy)
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The organization adopted a twofold strategy, including advocacy for alternative remedies, such as homeopathy and naturopathy, and legal challenges to mandates.
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Helen L. Murphey / Made By History, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
The percentage of people who use alternative care (like acupuncture, naturopathy, and chiropractic care) increased from 19.2 percent in 2002 to 36.7 percent in 2022.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025
Through the early 20th century, people sought out homeopathy, osteopathy, naturopathy, water cures, and chiropractors.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
In naturopathy, the wild herb has long been used as a remedy for urinary tract infections, some rheumatic diseases, high blood pressure, and more.
—Katharina Walser, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
Also on offer: alternative medicine practices like iridology and naturopathy.
—Siobhan Reid, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2023
At the heart of operations is the LANS Medical Concept which blends traditional naturopathy with the latest medical advances and diagnostic techniques.
—Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 17 June 2021
This means encouraging other treatments that some never thought possible in a Medicare plan — acupuncture, therapeutic massage and naturopathy.
—oregonlive, 13 Oct. 2019
Throughout her treatment, Macpherson remained under the care of several medical specialists, including her primary doctor, a doctor of naturopathy, holistic dentist, osteopath, chiropractor and two therapists.
—Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Helen L. Murphey / Made By History, TIME, 29 Jan. 2025
The percentage of people who use alternative care (like acupuncture, naturopathy, and chiropractic care) increased from 19.2 percent in 2002 to 36.7 percent in 2022.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025
Through the early 20th century, people sought out homeopathy, osteopathy, naturopathy, water cures, and chiropractors.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
In naturopathy, the wild herb has long been used as a remedy for urinary tract infections, some rheumatic diseases, high blood pressure, and more.
—Katharina Walser, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
Also on offer: alternative medicine practices like iridology and naturopathy.
—Siobhan Reid, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2023
At the heart of operations is the LANS Medical Concept which blends traditional naturopathy with the latest medical advances and diagnostic techniques.
—Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 17 June 2021
This means encouraging other treatments that some never thought possible in a Medicare plan — acupuncture, therapeutic massage and naturopathy.
—oregonlive, 13 Oct. 2019
Throughout her treatment, Macpherson remained under the care of several medical specialists, including her primary doctor, a doctor of naturopathy, holistic dentist, osteopath, chiropractor and two therapists.
—Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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“Naturopathy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naturopathy. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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naturopathy
noun
na·tu·rop·a·thy
variants
also natureopathy
plural naturopathies
: a system of treatment of disease that avoids drugs and surgery and emphasizes the use of natural agents (as air, water, and herbs) and physical means (as tissue manipulation and electrotherapy)
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