Your Health is Precious: Naturopathy is a system of primary health care that is based on a philosophy that distinguishes it from current mainstream or orthodox medical practice. The goal of naturopathic practice is to treat any underlying disorders and to seek the cause of illness as well as to restore normal body function by enhancing the body's own inherent healing abilities. The naturopathic physician views symptoms of disease as warning signals of improper functioning of the body and unfavorable lifestyle habits. Knowing this, you can appreciate why treatments are individualized to each person.