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35. The human body has an inherent ability 36. Sleep apnoea occurs when the muscles in
to heal itself, and naturopathy is a form of the upper airway relax during sleep, causing
alternative medicine that relies on this ability. breathing interruptions and airflow blockage
It takes a holistic approach to healthcare by through the nose and mouth. If left untreated,
focusing on the root causes of illness and it can lead to significant health issues. A
promoting complete wellness, and it aims recent study found a positive correlation
to strengthen the body’s vital force or between sleep apnoea and reduced bone
self‑healing mechanisms, empowering density in adult individuals. Using cone beam
individuals to take an active role in their computed tomography, researchers measured
health. ---- They give priority to preventive bone density in the head and neck of 38
measures and try to create balance in the adults, half of whom had sleep apnoea. The
body, mind, and spirit. However, it is important results showed that those with sleep apnoea
to consult with a qualified naturopathic had lower bone density, likely due to reduced
practitioner for personalised treatment plans oxygen levels and inflammation in the body.
and guidance. ‑‑‑‑
A) The practice of naturopathy varies between A) Furthermore, people with severe sleep
countries as official regulations and licencing apnoea had greater white matter brain
requirements differ. damage than those who had more deep
sleep.
B) Naturopathy also emphasises disease
prevention by empowering individuals to B) Individuals aged 50 and above suffer from
make healthy lifestyle choices. both low bone density and sleep difficulties,
resulting in significant health issues.
C) Naturopathic medicine uses natural
ingredients such as herbs and mushrooms to C) This could disrupt the normal bone renewal
supplement personalised diets. process and increase the risk of fractures
and tooth loss.
D) Naturopathic practitioners employ a variety of
natural therapies, including herbal medicine, D) In addition, the presence of depressive
lifestyle counselling, and physical therapy. symptoms is relatively common in adults with
sleep apnoea.
E) Patients should consult with trained
practitioners and inform their doctors about E) The diagnosis of sleep apnea has the
any alternative treatments. potential to affect the planning and
management of a patient’s treatment.

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