U.S. Senate Officially Recognizes Naturopathic Medicine Week As Vital Treatment Tool

On Sept. 10, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution establishing Oct. 7-13 as Naturopathic Medicine Week. The resolution emphasizes the incredible value naturopathic medicine offers in treating patients as a safe, reliable and affordable health-care science.

“The Congress has now officially recognized the important role naturopathic medicine plays in effectively addressing the nation’s health-care needs as well as in addressing the increasingly severe shortage of primary care physicians,” says Jud Richland, the CEO of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

Additionally, the U.S. Senate encourages the public to learn more about how natural medicine could be the best treatment for you and your loved ones.

This news is especially important and significant to us here at Green Alliance because two of our business partners are naturopathic practices, Ancient Traditions Natural Medicine and Starry Brook Natural Medicine.

Located in Portsmouth, Ancient Traditions Natural Medicine provides genuine naturopathic and Classical Chinese medicine alternatives for residents throughout the Seacoast. The practice’s slogan, “nurturing roots to enhance vitality,” is focused on helping patients discover natural and effective ways to excellent health and preventing illnesses in the future.

As part of this naturopathic practice, Ancient Traditions provides other treatment options, including as Five Elements Acupuncture and Classical Chinese medicine.

Dr. Angela Lambert, owner and naturopathic doctor, utilizes a variety of treatments methods to guide individuals, families, friends, and loved ones towards “health and balance on all levels: Body, Mind and Spirit.”

Starry Brook Natural Medicine, a naturopathic family practice in Exeter, N.H., has a strong focus on integrative medicine. Integrative medicine is defined as “medicine that integrates the therapies of alternative medicine with those practiced by mainstream medical practitioners.”

Both Dr. Robyn Giard, and her associate, Dr. Krista Delaplane, have the knowledge and hands-on experience to assist patients to receive the best treatment option available to them. Acupuncture, hydrotherapy, massage therapy, and botanical medicine are some of the naturopathic methods the practice uses. 

Starry Brook’s key focus is to provide safe and effective medicine for the family and to educate the public about the benefits of natural medicine.

With both practices dedicated to providing safe, affordable and effective natural treatments, patients can rest assured that they will receive the best medical care, not only based on ancient remedies but also modern medical science.

Both practices are members of the Green Alliance, a union of local sustainable businesses promoting environmentally sound business practices and a green co-op offering discounted green products and services to its members. 

At Ancient Traditions Natural Medicine, Green Alliance members can save anywhere from $55 to $62 on a new patient visit and can save $20 on follow-up visits. And GA members can save $50 on new patient consultations, $19 on acupuncture sessions, and can enjoy an hour-long massage for only $44 at Starry Brook Natural Medicine.

For more information about Ancient Traditions Natural Medicine, visit www.naturalmedicinenh.org

For more information about Starry Brook Natural Medicine, visit www.starrybrook.com

And for more information about the Green Alliance, visit www.greenalliance.biz.