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“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” – Thomas Edison
Nutrition is the science that examines the relationship between diet and health. Clinical nutrition is the utilization of foods, nutrients, and supplements to restore health. Deficiencies, excesses, and imbalances in diet can produce negative impacts on health leading to diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, atherosclerosis, obesity, and more.
Nutrition has been one of the foundations of naturopathic medicine. Naturopathic Doctors believe that the foods we eat affect our everyday health and wellness. Hippocrates said it best. "Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine thy food”. Food and supplementation with the proper nutrients (i.e. vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, etc.) can help lead the body towards optimal health. A growing body of scientific research validates the Naturopathic approach to diet and nutrition. Many medical conditions can be effectively treated with food and nutritional supplements, with fewer complications and side effects.
Dr. Nate Champion invests a lot of time and study, researching the supplements he utilizes. These products are of the highest quality and purity and are independently tested and quality assured. If you ever wonder what supplements to take, what supplements are safe and what are not, what types of foods you should be eating to help you stay fit and healthy, or if you wonder if the foods you eat positively or negatively affect your health, a consult with our Naturopathic Doctor can address these questions and concerns.
At PIH, Dr. Champion will personally sit down with you and guide you in the steps you should take for a healthier lifestyle. We will formulate a lifestyle counseling plan that is unique to you using diet, exercise, and proper supplementation.
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