Ep 18: More than herbs - A naturopath means connecting with people

In this episode, our host, David Maloof, interviews Idris Ali, a naturopath and herbalist, about his journey as a natural health practitioner. They discuss the interpersonal side of being a naturopath and the importance of building trust and making patients comfortable. They also talk about the integration of naturopathy into the community and the common health concerns during COVID-19. Idris shares customer feedback on Dr. Tate's products and discusses the fulfillment he finds in natural medicine. Takeaways1. Being a naturopath is more than expertise with herbs and how they work.2. Building trust and making patients comfortable is crucial in naturopathy.3. Listening is an essential skill for naturopaths.4. integration into the community is important for naturopathic practices.5. Common health concerns during COVID-19 include respiratory issues, digestive issues, and brain fog.6. Dr. Tate's products receive positive feedback from customers.7. Finding work-life balance is important for business owners.8. Natural medicine can be fulfilling and is essential for the body's healing process.9. The body has the ability to heal itself if given the right natural substances.10. Living a long and healthy life is possible with proper nutrition and self-care.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:35 Idris Ali's Journey as a Natural Health Practitioner04:09 The Interpersonal Side of Being a Naturopath05:04 The Importance of Building Trust and Making Patients Comfortable06:29 The Role of Listening in Naturopathy07:58 Creating a Welcoming Environment for New Customers09:48 Integration into the Community14:32 Common Health Concerns During COVID-1915:30 Customer Feedback on Dr. Tate's Products18:14 Finding Work-Life Balance as a Business Owner19:33 The Fulfillment of Natural Medicine20:01 The Body's Ability to Heal Itself23:13 Living a Long and Healthy Life24:19 Contact Information26:37 ClosingSPECIAL OFFER FROM OUR SPONSOR: Click below for a special 10% saving off your order from Dr. Tates Herbal Tinctures & Tonics. https://www.drtates.online?cc=ADVENTURESINGOODHEALTH2024Contact information:Our Sponsor: Dr. Tates Herbal Tinctures & Tonics: https://www.drtates.online/Dr. Tates Herbal Tinctures & Tonics: 404-459-8696Dr. Stephen Tates: 404-943-1171Podcast contact information:http://www.adventuresingoodhealth.comPhone: 404-624-6933YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtJ1I1amNEZ8PDJDWGoVLDgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresinGoodHealthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventuresingoodhealth/Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only and statements are based on the opinions of the host and guests. We are not diagnosing health issues or prescribing treatment.