Naturopathic medicine prefers the least invasive procedures and treatments, with minimal risk of harmful side effects. (naturopathicwellness.com)
Employ methods and medicinal therapies which minimize the risk of harmful side effects and adverse interactions, always using the least force necessary to diagnose and treat. (muih.edu)
First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere) Naturopathic medicine follows three principles to avoid harming the patient: 1) utilize methods and medicinal substances which minimize the risk of harmful side effects; 2) avoid, when possible, the harmful suppression of symptoms; 3) acknowledge and respect the individual's healing process, using the least force necessary to diagnose and treat illness. (nyanp.org)