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    Volume 11, Issue 8, July 2011

    Whats growing on...

    THE 201O-2011 YEAR

    IS OVER & SUMMER IS

    OFFICIALLY HERE!

    FREE! Take one home to your

    family or friends and learn

    more about life at CCNM.

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    LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

    Anne Hussain,

    Junior Editor

    CONTRIBUTIONS:VP Internal: Scarlet Cooper

    VP Internal & Design Editor: Kaylee Alton

    Editor: Janis Li

    Jr. Editor: Anne Hussain

    Special thanks to everyone who contributed!

    IN THIS ISSUEStudy of the Month: Hashimoto`s Thyroditis..... Pg. 3Words of Wisdom.................................................... Pg. 3Media Spotlight on CCNM..................................... Pg. 4The Gathering 2011................................................. Pg. 4OAND Convention 2011........................................ Pg. 5

    Vipassana................................................................... Pg. 6Food & Recipes: Colour My Rainbow Salad........ Pg. 7Loquacious Talk: The Simple Thing...................... Pg. 7Congratulations Class of 2011............................... Pg. 8Announcements........................................................ Pg. 8

    We look forward to publishing our next issuein the new school year. If you`d like to submit pieces,

    please e-mail us at:

    [email protected]

    The first thing that I think of when I hear the word summer is the sun. This magnificent star

    that we revolve around is a source of illumination and life; and, yet, many of us try very hard to protect

    ourselves from it in the most unreasonable ways possible. Dont get me wrong, UV overexposure is

    certainly a concern, but we dont have to slather ourselves with toxic sunscreens to avoid overexposure

    Most commercial sunscreens are filled with various chemicals that have never been evaluated for

    safety and are actually toxic and/or carcinogenic. By using these unsafe sunscreens that have been

    NATUROPATHIC

    CAFE

    sadly approved by authorities not only are we preventing our bodies from producing vitamin D, but we are also

    introducing nasty chemicals into our systems.

    The best way to protect yourself is to build your inner protection and use safe photoprotectants that are

    found in nature instead of using chemical-laden sunscreens that do more harm than good to us and the environment

    Take good care of yourselves, be informed, and have a wonderful rest of the summer!

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    Hashimotos Thyroiditis(HT) is the most common cause ofhypothyroidism. It is an autoimmunecondition where antibodies attackthe thyroid, causing hypothyroidism.

    The symptoms and disease of HTare thought to be caused entirely bylower levels of circulating thyroidhormones. As such, the standardtreatment is supplementing withlevo-thyroxine, or the commonpharmaceutical drug Synthroid,

    which acts as a replacement forthyroid hormones.

    This study followed womenundergoing thyroid surgery andmeasured their antithyroperoxidaseantibody levels, thyroid hormonelevels, and symptoms. Those with elevated antithyroperoxidaseantibodies likely had HT and this wasconfirmed histologically. The women

    included had normal levels of thyroid

    hormones. The investigators foundthat the mean number of reported

    symptoms was significantly higher inpatients with higher antibody levels.Chronic fatigue, dry hair, chronicirritability, chronic nervousness, ahistory of breast cancer and early

    miscarriage, and lower quality of lifelevels were significantly associated with a level of higher antibodies. The investigators used the cut-offof 121.0IU/mL for a high level ofantibodies.This study shows that hypothyroidism

    is only a contributing factor tothe development of associated

    symptoms in HT. Treatment of HTshould include the replacement ofthyroid hormones, but the real causeof HT is autoimmunity. If we wantto remain true to our naturopathicprinciples, we should treat the cause.Selenium supplementation is a naturaltreatment that has been shown to

    decrease antibody levels. A deficiency

    in selenium can also contribute to thedevelopment of HT, meaning that

    STUDY OF THE MONTH:

    Chris Habib, ND, Research Resident

    Hashimotos Thyroiditis Aects Quality

    of Life Unrelated to Hypothyroidism

    Any questions?

    Ask the Research Resident, ChrisHabib, ND: chabib@ccnm.

    we should be diligent about thselenium status of our patients This study also validates the usof therapies which help manageautoimmunity, such as vitamin D andprobiotics.

    Reference: Ott J, Promberger RKober F, et al. Hashimotos ThyroiditisAffects Symptom Load and Quality of Lif

    Unrelated to Hypothyroidism: A ProspectiveCase-Control Study in Women Undergoing

    Thyroidectomy for Benign Goiter. Thyroid2011. 21;2:161-167. Natural EnvironmentsHave a Greater Effect on Physical and

    Mental Wellbeing than Physical ActivityIndoors? A Systematic Review. Journal of

    Environmental Science and Technology2011;45:1761-1772.

    WORDS OF WISDOMSelected by Anne Hussain, Student

    We have a body, over which we rule as lord and master...It is the first empire over which we can have dominion; it is the

    first nation we can govern; it is the first form of leadership we

    are able to bestow beyond the leadership of our own minds. We

    have no right to try to conquer others till we have conquered

    the flesh. We must accomplish in ourselves the leadership thatwe expect to bestow upon others. If we want to see a better

    world, we must begin with the self. in very many cases, the

    beginning of a better world is a healthy body.

    - Manly P Hall

    It is of course always easier and pleasanter to let others

    think for us... But if people wish to pursue a course that will

    certainly lead them to true health, to the springs of life, each must be

    his own doctor. - Adolf Just

    We could say that meditation doesnt have a reason odoesnt have a purpose. In this respect its unlike almost all othe

    things we do except perhaps making music and dancing. When w

    make music we dont do it in order to reach a certain point, such a

    the end of a composition. If that were the purpose of music the

    obviously the fastest players would be the best. Also, when we ardancing we are not aiming to arrive at a particular place on the floo

    as in a journey. When we dance, the journey itself is the point, a

    when we play music the playing itself is the point. And exactly th

    same thing is true in meditation. Meditation is the discovery that th

    point of life is always arrived at in the immediate moment.- Alan Watts

    Nature never deceives us; it is we who deceive ourselves.

    -Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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    Media Spotlight on CCNMNii Sackey Sackeyfio, Social Media Specialist

    Heres what CCNM has beenup to over the past few months:

    MAC AIDS Fund hasapproved a grant for $49,720 to

    Sherbourne Health Centre tosupport the Naturopathic Clinicfor People Living with HIV/AIDS. The clinic is a partnership ofSherbourne Health Centre, CCNM,and the Toronto People with AIDSFoundation. Thank you MACCosmetics, the MAC AIDS Fund

    and all MACs retail partners andemployees for their ongoing supportof the VIVA GLAM campaign.

    Meet The RSNC Interns

    was featured in Snap North York Newspaper http://www.snapnorthyork.com/?option=com_s n g e v e n t s & i d [ 0 ] = 2 7 2 2 7 6

    CCNM has joined forces with other accredited naturopathic

    colleges to offer the first centralizedapplication service for naturopathicmedical school applicants. Inconjunction with the Association of Accredited Naturopathic MedicalColleges (AANMC), CCNM willlaunch the Naturopathic DoctorCentralized Application Service

    (NDCAS) in September 2011.

    The Ontario HIV TreatmentNetwork has invited CCNM toassist in providing education topolicy makers, practitioners and

    patient advocates in a series of talksover the next few months. This isanother exciting opportunity toshare what NDs do and discuss how

    Philosophy in Naturopathic Practice:

    THE GATHERING 2011The Gathering 2011 Organizing Committee

    With the hope of instilling a new sense ofpassion, vision, unity and focus into the study andpractice of naturopathic medicine, CCNM will playhost to students from across North America for theNaturopathic Gathering 2011 between November 4th-6th, 2011. The purpose of this weekend assembly is to

    bring the elders of naturopathic medicine together fora conversation with the new generations about vitalisticmedicine in practice and theory. In doing so, attendees willdeepen their understanding of naturopathic philosophyby bringing together students, doctors, and elders in asafe, spirit-filled space for the vis medicatrix naturaeto workwithin them.

    Attendees to this story- telling festival can expectto nurture mind, body and spirit with brilliant keynotespeeches and small-group sessions amongst an up-liftingand inspiring atmosphere. The focus will be on theDiversity of the Vis.

    For more information on The Gathering and how to

    register, continue checking in over the coming monthsat: http://www.naturopathicgathering.com/ or you canemail: [email protected]. We hope to seeyou there!

    they may best be able to contributeto provision of safe and effectivecare to people living with HIV.Thisalongside CCNMs long-standinginvolvement with the Sherbourne

    Health Centre in downtown Torontois a testament to how NDs have beenpositively impacting this community

    Visit these links to get the latest newsand to show your support for CCNM

    CCNM

    www.facebook.com/myCCNMwww.youtube.com/myccnmwww.twitter.com/myCCNM

    RSNCwww.facebook.com/myRSNCwww.twitter.com/myRSNC

    CCNM Integrated Health Centre

    www.facebook.com/myCCNMIHCwww.twitter.com/myCCNMIHC

    Want to get involved in organizing and

    running The Gathering 2011?

    E-mail [email protected]

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    The OAND Staff Team

    Summers here! While youare enjoying the nice hot weather,and hopefully some time off,the OAND wants to keep you inthe loop about the biggest event

    of the year, Convention 2011!Convention 2011: Emerging

    Trends and Treatments inNaturopathic Medicine will host

    world class speakers that reflect amyriad of specialties and approachesat the International Centre fromNovember 18-20, in Toronto. You

    dont want to miss out on what willbe a very memorable event that couldchange the future of your practice.

    The Convention kicks off on Fridayevening with a panel presentationand discussion. Presidents andCEOs from most of the major

    teaching colleges in the profession will come together to discuss the

    emerging trends in health care andin naturopathic medicine that areimpacting curriculum and the visionthat the teaching institutions have forthe future of the profession. Comesee how your school and programcompares to others across North America. Presidents from Bastyr,

    NCNM, SWCNM and CCNM willbe in attendance to share their visionfor the future of the profession. Joinus for what will be an historical event!Bring your questions and enthusiasm

    as the discussion following thepanel presentations will providethe foundation for the rest ofconvention. The panel presentation

    will be followed by a reception andnetworking event for all delegates.

    New this year, the OAND isoffering a series of intensives on

    a variety of topics that will run onFriday afternoon. If you are attendingthe Convention on the weekendyou are also able to sign up for theintensive sessions (at additional cost).Keep an eye out for the detailedConvention Brochure which will

    be out to the membership shortly. We want you to join us!

    Coming to Convention isnow easier than ever before!

    Convention 2011: Why

    you NEED to be there!

    Tradeshow Silver Sponsors Seroyal

    International and Metagenics havecovered bus transportation for allstudents attending the Conventionfrom CCNM to the InternationalCentre and back on Friday, Saturdayand Sunday. Sign up for yourseat when you register online forConvention.

    Registration will be availableonline in July. We will notify you byemail as soon as it opens. Registerearly to take advantage of early birdpricing and to ensure that you getfirst pick of the breakouts that you

    wish to attend. For those interested,the OAND will once again runthe Work Exchange program for a

    limited number of students, moredetailed information, applicationsand deadlines will be available inlate summer. Contact our MemberRelations Associate for more details.

    Be part of the discussion,continue to invest in your educationand help to further build the ND

    community in Ontario by coming toConvention 2011.

    If you have any questions,comments or feedback please be intouch with us at [email protected].

    From all of us at the OANDwe wish you a wonderful summerand look forward to seeing many ofyou again at CCNM in the fall and at

    the Convention!

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    VIPASSANA: How to Become a Great

    Naturopathic DoctorErica Robinson, Student

    It was in my first semester at CCNMthat I heard the term, mentionedby Drs. Gowan and Montgomery.Vipassana, I searched it: To see thingsas they really are.

    Vipassana is a universalremedy for universal ills: sufferingand misery. An art of living. A non-sectarian, non-religious, scientificform of meditation that people ofany belief system can partake in; andone that you should strongly consideron your journey to becoming aNaturopathic Doctor.

    During the ten-day intro tothis technique, you live in completesilence without speaking, withoutusing any forms of technology orthe internet; you spend your timesegregated from the opposite sex.

    You take on five precepts includingto abstain from killing, stealing, lying,

    taking intoxicants, and engaging insexual activity. My friends, family,and fellow future NDs seem to getstuck on these details and think thatthis quest is too arduous for them.Friends, might I argue that life without Vipassana is in truth too arduous?We need to look inwards to find the

    strength and determination to gothrough with a ten-day course of thisnature, and it will forever reward us.People ask, But didnt you drown inyour own thoughts? Doesnt yourmind race? How can you ever sitstill so long? I should mention thereare ten hours of meditation per day with at least four of those done in

    the common meditation hall, andone 90-minute video discourse each

    evening. And yes, your mind willrace: thats why youve come. Youvecome to learn to control your wildmind and learn Vipassana technique.

    A wild mind, like a wild animal, isdangerous to society. A tame mind,like a tame animal, will serve all ofhumanity, including yourself.

    The technique of Vipassana was used by Buddha to gain

    Enlightenment and he broughtit to the people. Buddha offered Vipassana technique as a methodof working out ones own salvationin this lifetime, so that we may enjoypeace and harmony. Vipassana is nota Buddhist practice, it is universal andnon-sectarian.

    Vipassana offers benefits tofuture NDs: a greater sense ofpresence and awareness, lessreactivity, improved listening skillsand a greater compassion and lovefor humanity. Vipassana may alsobe the ideal prescription for yourpatient: whether they have cancerchronic pain or disease, are nearing

    death or have fears of death, sufferpsychosomatic illness or disease

    connected to stress, Vipassana canhelp people stop suffering. While imay not necessarily alleviate physicasymptoms (but often does), it allowspeople to no longer respond to thesesymptoms or pain in a negative way

    It allows them to feel their greaterpurpose, instead of being stuck ina state of depression, sadness, oranxiety.

    To read more ab Vipassana, see my blog on thtopic: http://wholelifehealthca/2011/06/20/the-low-downdirty-deets-on-vipassana/

    Or go to our local VipassanaCentres website; note the centre isonly an hours drive from CCNMhttp://www.dhamma.org/

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    Since I was a child I havealways, and will always, love cartoons. The reason I love cartoons, besidesall the colour and adorable talkinganimals, is that they have such simpleperfect messages. I recently watched

    Kung Fu Panda during a studybreak last week. Although the storyline was completely unrealistic (yes,I know pandas do not practice theawesomeness of kung fu!), the moralwas pure genius you are who youare. To explain more eloquently, youare defined by how you act and live inthe present and not by what happened

    in the past. Its such a simple message

    that many would brush it off and notgive it a second thought. But thinkabout it how much do we live inthe past, dwelling on past issues, andhow much does that negatively affectour ability to live and grow? For

    example, how many times have youwritten an exam and dwelled on theoutcome? How did that affect youphysically? Im guessing not well. Imnot suggesting that we should ignoreour past. Our past experiencesand struggles heavily influence ourpersonalities and present state. I saydont specifically dwell on the past and

    let it govern your actions. Be present

    in the present (another simple sayingalmost redundant, but if you thinkabout it for a minute it is a powerfustatement). Simplicity is beautifulEmbrace simplicity, embrace thepresent, and have a fantastic summe

    everyone!

    LOQUACIOUS TALK:The Simple ThingsNicole Daniels, Student

    FOOD & RECIPES:

    Colour My Rainbow SaladAmy Florian, Student

    Serve this colorful salad as a meal for two or bringit to a picnic or potluck this summer!

    Salad

    1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed

    4 small red beets, peeled and cubed

    1 bunch beet greens (stems and leaves), diced and washed well

    cup spelt berries, soaked for several hours

    cup mung beans, soaked for several hours

    1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon coconut oil

    - Bring the mung beans to a boil in 1 cups water,then reduce to low-med heat and simmer (covered) for

    approximately 45 min.

    - Bring the spelt berries to a boil in 1 cups water, thenreduce to medium heat and simmer for approximately 30min.- Toss the potato and beets in a tablespoon of coconutoil then spread them onto a lined or well-greased bakingsheet. Bake for 30-35 min at 400F.- During the last 5 min of the vegetable baking, saut thebeet green stems in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Then add

    the leaf parts of the beet greens and cook just enough sothat they wilt slightly.

    - Mix all ingredients and toss gently with the following

    dressing (blend all ingredients or stir well to mix dressiningredients).

    - Serve warm or chilled before devouring!Dressing

    1 tablespoon water

    1 tablespoon flax or olive oil

    1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

    1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

    1 teaspoon cinnamon

    1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

    3 cloves garlic, minced

    A good pinch of cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper

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    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Mark Fontes, CCNM 2011 Graduate;

    Photo Credits: Mark Fontes & Terry Manzo

    First Year Buddies Wanted!If you are interested in becoming a buddy to an incoming 1st year student, please e-mail Alison and Anthony, yourNSA social reps, at [email protected].

    Registration ReminderOnline registration for the 2011/2012 academic year will be available beginning Monday, July 4, 2011. All returningyear 2 and 3 students must register by Friday, July 29 to avoid a $100 late registration fee. Please see Moodle andNDNet for more information and instructions. Questions can be directed to Student Services at 1-866-241-2266ext. 245 or [email protected].

    On May 27th, the CCNM Classof 2011 had their graduation at Uof Ts Convocation Hall to receivetheir ND diplomas. Two days earlier,

    we enjoyed being out together

    one last time at the graduationformal. This program challenged

    all of us, and made us grow anddevelop into the naturopathicdoctors we are today. After goingthrough so much together and

    becoming close friends, it was great

    to share the accomplishment ofcompleting this program with each

    other. Our class would once againlike to thank the CCNM faculty,administration, supervisors andstudent community for their support

    throughout these past 4 years.

    And to the Class of 201congratulations!

    Congratulations Class of 2011