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The Parallels of Humanitarianism
SERVICEabove
S E L F
Boucherian =
Humanitarian
As budding Naturopathic Doctors,
Boucherians find ways to Serve, Locally and Globally
Local Initiatives
Community Herb Garden
NDorphins
NDI Brigades to Nicaragua
NWB Brigade
Haiti
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SERVICEabove
S E L F
Optimal Service Requires
Optimal Wellness
Wellness – “Daily Life Tax”=
Sub-Optimal Wellness
Each person’s Stress Threshold is different,
but Stress is a fact of everyday life for everyone
Stress
The emotional and physical strain caused by our body’s response to pressure from the outside world.
Stress can be: Positive OR Negative
EnvironmentalPhysiologicalPsychological
The Body and Stress Major Players
Nervous System Adrenal Glands
Hormone Synthesis Cascade
Adrenal Fatigue
Adrenal Burnout
Cortisol – Optimal
Cortisol – Under Chronic Stress
Chronic Stress Response• Fatigue and Exhaustion• Sleep imbalances: “tired but wired”• Digestive disturbances• Lowered immunity• Allergies• Weight gain• Increased abdominal fat
• Heart attacks• Strokes• Type II Diabetes
• In Men• Andropause symptoms • Sexual dysfunction
• In women• PMS and Menopausal Sx
Cortisol
- Memory problemsDecreased concentrationInsomnia, Anxiety, Depression
- Muscle tightness; Achy joints
- Increased HR + BP
-Inhibition/Stimulation of motility
- Hormonal problems: PMS, abdominal weight gain, low libido, erectile dysfunction, depression, low energy
- Blood sugar imbalances: feeling shaky or irritable
- Indigestion: heartburn, gas, bloating,
Chronic Stress
Chronic StressOn Your Body On your Mind On your Behavior
Pounding Heart Obsessive thinking Over-eating / Lack of Appetite
Insomnia / Frequent waking
Confusion / Forgetfulness Substance Abuse / Smoking
Tightness of Jaw muscles Irritability Excessive Worry
Diarrhea / Constipation Hyperactivity Decreased Anger Control
Indigestion Depression Skipping work / Tardiness
Migraine headaches Nervousness Feeling Dissatisfied
Mouth Dryness Mood swings Emotional Instability
Muscle Tension / Cramps Stuttering / Stammering Overpowering Urge to Cry
Skin rash (eczema) Low Motivation Procrastination
“Butterflies” Inability to concentrate Grinding Teeth
REST & DIGEST
Sympathetic Nervous System
Parasympathetic Nervous System
FIGHT or FLIGHT
Balanceis KEY to
Optimal Wellness
Wellness – “Daily Life Tax” + SELF Restoration =
Optimal Wellness
S E L F Restoration
Meditation
Yoga
MassageAcupuncture Hydrotherapy
Homeopathy
Physical Therapy
Herbal Therapy Relaxation Breath
Nutrition Therapy
Individualized CarePrimary-Secondary Student Clinician TeamSupervising Naturopathic PhysicianExtensive Personal and Medical HistoryFull Physical ExamSpecial Tests: Labs + ImagingComprehensive Treatment PlanAnswers to Questions of any kindGuidance + Support throughoutYour Restoration of SELF
Remember…
To Care for Others, One must First Care for SELF
is the Foundation ofS E L F
SERVICE
With Great Thanks
Naturopathic Physician’s Oath
I dedicate myself to the service of humanity as a practitioner of the art and science of Naturopathic Medicine.
By precept, education and example,I will assist and encourage others to strengthen their health,
reduce risks for disease,and preserve the health of our planet for ourselves
and future generations.
I will continually endeavour to improve my abilities.I will conduct my life and practice of Naturopathic Medicine
with integrity and freedom from prejudice.I will keep confident what should not be divulged.
I will honour the principles of Naturopathic Medicine:First, to do no harm
To cooperate with the healing powers of natureTo address the fundamental causes of disease
To heal the whole person through individualized treatmentTo teach the principles of healthy living and preventive medicine
With my whole heart, before these witnesses,as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine,
I pledge to remain true to this oath.