Natural Institute Therapies

& Education / Herbs Etc.

Dive deep into the art of healing and learn
from highly qualified instructors who bring a
wealth of experience and expertise with them
into the classroom
530 E. Broadway St.
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
(980) 773- 1714

Dr. Barbra Heller Bernstein, DO

Integrative family medicine and
osteopathic manipulative therapy
211 Crapo St. Ste A
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 772-7600

Green Tree Co-Op

Naturopathic medicine is a system of therapy

Organic, local produce, healthier choices,

bulk produce and alternative soaps and other
products
214 N. Franklin St.
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 772- 3821

based on the supposition that diseases can be

cured by natural agencies, without the use of
drugs.

It uses a variety of natural medicines and

supplements for treatments to heal illness and
injury by applying different natural therapeutic
techniques.

The idea that the body is naturally healthy,

and healing can occur through the removal of
unnatural components.

www.Naturopathic.org
BioMed Central
Oxford English Dictionary
Mayo Clinic
Cancer Centers of America
Photography:
Michaela Faass

Essential oils & Herbal

Remedies

Due to the positive findings of

Through topical application, diffusion, as well

as consumption, essential oils can ease pain,
enhance weight loss, speed up the healing
process, clear sinuses, clear sinuses, and
much more.

scientific studies, the field is quickly

growing. A recent study proved pain
relief for women who underwent a CSection delivery by massaging the
hands and feet.

Massage therapy

A variety of resources and acceptance

Massage is increasingly being offered along

with standard treatment for a wide range of
medical conditions and situations. Studies of
the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is
an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain
and muscle tension.

of alternative healing is continually

growing. Companies are starting to offer
yoga classes to employees in hopes to
reduce stress and increase quality
productivity. In fact, 38% of adults and
12% of children use some form of
complementary medicine. The overall
idea is that the mind, body, and spirit are
all interconnected, and being used
frequently used in health care settings
when treating a patient

Other common types: yoga & meditation,

acupuncture, chiropractic care, and many more
Naturopathy takes the whole person into
account to improve ones quality of life,
dealing with:
Mental health- Learning how one can deal
with stress and conflicts.

Spiritual Health- Aids in reuniting our

spirits with our physical bodies in a
commonality of purpose-allows yourself to
explore your own being and what is best for
your body.

Physical Health- What actions are being

taken when it comes to physical activity?

Diet- They take a persons diet and make a

lifestyle change- the quality of food
(organics).

Weight loss
Chronic pain relief
Improved mood
Stress management
Heightened immune system
Clearer skin and eyes
Enhance brain functions
Increase energy
Increase mindfulness about health,
and increase sensitivity to the world
around you

The art of healing comes

from

Nature,

not from the physician.

Therefore, the physician must

start from nature

with an open mind.
- Philipus Aureolus Paracelsus