Naturopaths of New Zealand Inc. became an Incorporated Society in January 2007. However, we have a long, proud history behind us.
Naturopaths of New Zealand (Inc) is the result of an amalgamation between two well-established Naturopathic bodies: South Pacific Association of Natural Therapists Inc. (SPANT), and Association of Natural therapies Inc (ANT).

SPANT has been representing our profession since 1940, and ANT has been representing Naturopaths since 1981. ANT was formed by the first graduates of the Naturopathic College of New Zealand (Inc).


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NATUROPATHY

Naturopathy or 'Nature's Cure' is a way of life as well as a concept of healing.
Naturopaths are qualified health professionals. A naturopath uses various modalities, including lifestyle and dietary advice. They may also use herbs, bach flowers, body treatments and nutritional supplements.
Assessment tools such as hair, iris, urine, blood and tongue analysis, may also be used to find reasons for the presenting health problem.
Naturopathic treatment is intended to assist and stimulate a person's own internal self-regulation processes. Health promotion and disease prevention are priorities in order to promote wellbeing. Cleansing therapies are also recommended to promote healing. Naturopaths recognise the interdependence of the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and cultural aspects of health.