Definition of "naturopathy" []

• A system of therapy that relies on natural remedies, such as sunlight supplemented with diet and massage, to treat illness. (noun)

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• "Feel free to sue anyone for defamation who calls naturopathy quackery."
• "Naturopathic medicine (also known as naturopathy, or natural medicine) is a complementary and alternative medicine which emphasizes the body†™ s intrinsic ability to heal and maintain itself."
• "The South Bend Seven find the real howler though — apparently 15% of this tax increase or over a billion dollars a year will be directed to naturopathy programs."