Orthomolecular Medicine education is an interesting and diverse field of medical study that is taught to therapists and other medical professionals to further their knowledge base in medicine. Basically, orthomolecular medicine education is comprised of a variety of courses that examine therapeutic nutrition in relation to biochemical individuality; and how to apply this knowledge in practice. Commonly known as a nutritional medicine, orthomolecular medicine education is often learned and applied by Conventional Nutritional Doctors and Practitioners, Naturopaths, Holistic MDs, and other natural and alternative medicine health care providers. Orthomolecular medicine education teaches practitioners how to identify biochemical abnormalities, and how to reverse (and sometimes cure) disease and its symptoms by administering vitamin supplements, as well as other natural treatments such as minerals, and nutritional therapy. On an informational note, orthomolecular medicine education has led to the successful treatment of a wide variety of illness and conditions, including anti-aging; cardiovascular disease; immune disorders; cancer and mental problems. One of the larger orthomolecular medicine educational foundations offers various coursework in orthomolecular medicine, and is specifically designed for practitioners with a medical background. Candidates who successfully complete educational programs may receive a diploma, and may opt to become members of professional associations in orthomolecular medicine. Expanding professional and medical advancement, orthomolecular medicine education is steadily becoming optional coursework in alternative and complementary medicine schools. DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERAL OVERVIEW and may or may not reflect specific practices, courses and/or services associated with ANY ONE particular school(s) that is or is not advertised on SchoolsGalore.com Copyright 2006 - All Rights Reserved C. Bailey-Lloyd in association with Media Positive Communications, Inc. for SchoolsGalore.com |
