Why do people go to naturopathic doctors?

• “Mystery Conditions”, such as Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia. Many people go to NDs after seeing several medical doctors who were unable to successfully treat their condition. You may feel justifiably frustrated by your doctor's lack of focus on the root cause of your symptoms. Worse yet, you may have been labeled a hypochondriac, “non-compliant” or told you just need an anti-depressant. Many people tell me that they are now depressed as a result of their condition, and the poor treatment they’ve received, and not the other way around. • Side Effects of Medication. Often people can't tolerate the side effects of their medications, even though their initial symptoms are alleviated. They come to NDs with the hope of finding a natural and safe treatment alternative to toxic drugs and surgery. • Disillusioned Health Workers. Many of my patients are mainstream healthcare professionals who have become frustrated with conventional medicine's emphasis on the over-prescription of toxic ...