naturopathy
nounUK /ˌneɪtʃəˈrɒpəθi/
US /ˌneɪtʃəˈrɑːpəθi/
A way of helping sick people feel better using natural things like plants, water, and healthy food instead of regular medicine.
My aunt visits a naturopathy clinic to learn how to eat better and feel stronger.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A system of treatment that relies on the body's own ability to heal itself.
Naturopathy teaches that fresh air and rest can help the body recover.
3. The practice or profession of a naturopath.
She studied naturopathy for four years before opening her own practice.
4. A philosophy of health that focuses on prevention and healthy living.
Naturopathy encourages people to exercise and sleep well to stay healthy.