What is naturopathic medicine, and is it something a bunch of people just made up?

Naturopathic Medicin: Is based on belief that human body has innate healing ability. It teaches patients proper diet, exercise & lifestyle changes to enhance body to combat diseases. It focuses on treating the whole person.

Alternative theory: Naturopaths rely upon the concern that folks have for conventional medicine - offering a so called natural alternative to treat disease. Many are charismatic and depend upon the placebo effect. Their potions are mostly untested for effectiveness and there is no regulation of quality or contents. Most do no harm, but few are helpful in any meaningful way.