Vitiligo is depigmentation of the skin or patchy loss of skin colour because of destruction of the skin colouring pigments, known as melanocytes.  

Assessment

The naturopathic assessment for vitiligo includes assessing:

  Nutritional imbalances or food intolerances

 Mineral or vitamin deficiencies

 Autoimmune status

 Stress and emotional factors

 Environmental toxins

 Physical trauma

Management

The treatment of vitiligo often includes the following:

 Light therapy

 Homeopathy

 Nutritional recommendations

 Herbal medicines

 Skincare regimen recommendations

Contact us to arrange a complimentary 15 minute consultation to learn how naturopathic treatments can address your vitiligo and help you develop healthy skin.  All naturopathic doctors in our clinic address skin disorders.  Dr. Sohail Malihi, ND has a special focus on skin conditions.