The Parallels of Humanitarianism

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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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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

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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.