The ability of nature to cure was recognized by many of the ancient civilizations. The ancient sacred texts of India contain references about the nature’s capacity to cure diseases. Sun, earth, air and water were highly revered by the Vedic people and they wrote hymns on the healing capacity of these elements.

Ye learned men,
Acquire knowledge of nature cure,
Beneath the waters lies fluid
That cures aft fatal diseases.
The water possesses power
To cure all maladies,
Acquire this knowledge and power
For leading life of vigor and virtues
- Rig Veda 1/23/19

The practice of nature cure was also found in Egyptian, Chinese and Greek civilization. The tribal people throughout the world even today practices nature cure.

Vincent Priessnitz of Germany introduced nature cure to modern world in 1822 through his famous water cure. After its success there was a great revival for nature cure. Dr Benedict Lust called the new form of treatment naturopathy and he is often referred as the founder of naturopathic medicine.