Constitutional Medicine Part 1 Henrietta Dejong RN, EBM, CET & Heather Schofield, Bsc., DHMHS

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Constitutional Medicine Part 1 Henrietta DeJong RN, EBM, CET & Heather Schofield, BSc., DHMHS

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Constitutional Medicine

Introductions

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Constitutional Medicine

Constitution

Genetics (nature) + Environment (nurture)

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Definition of Constitution “State of the body” Constitution is… the sum of inborn characteristics

…determines the typical disease pattern expressed and how disease develops in the body

The individualized totality of a person, which is determined by predisposition and the capability to react to environmental influences

It can be influenced by many factors:

 psychological stress  nutrition  physical activity  hydration  rest and relaxation  miasms  medical interventions  weather and climate

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Definition of Constitution

In constitutional medicine, a remedy is lined up with manifestations of symptoms that are the direct result of genetic weaknesses and the environmental influences! (Nature and Nurture!)

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Constitutional Medicine

The 3 Layers of Constitutional Medicine

1. Constitution - like your inherited DNA traits - can be present now or emerge as we are age - eye: observed with eye colour 2. Disposition - lines up with the personality traits (Character types) - 4 humours (choleric/yellow bile/liver, sanguinic/blood, phlegmatic/phlegm, melancholic/black bile/kidney/spleen) - eye: observed through structures in the eyes 3. Diathesis - inherited traits present at birth (miasms) - eye: iridology signs, structure and colour of the eyes - predisposition to a particular disease, clinical phase of illness

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Why the Constitution is Important?

An Individual’s Constitution Determines:

typical disease pattern expression & how disease develops in the body

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Constitutional Medicine: Many Views

Constitutional Model of Iridology: Lymphatic, Hematogenic, Dyscratic Sanum Constitutions: Mucor, Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fungal/Candida

TCM Constitutions: 9 types – neutral, Qi deficient, yang deficient, yin deficient, blood stasis, phlegm-dampness, damp heat, Qi stagnation, and special/intrinsic constitution Somatotypes: Mesomorph, Ectomorph, Endomorph Body types: asthenic, athletic, pyknic, leptosome Hormonal Type: thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, gonadal Ayurvedic: Kapha, Pitta, Vata Four Humors: choleric, phlegmatic, melancholic, sanguinic

Homeopathic Constitutional types: ex. Pulsatilla, Suphur, Nat Mur, etc… * do not confuse constitutions with homeopathic constitutions, where a remedy is lined up with a list of specific symptoms

~ We are focusing on the Constitutional Model of Iridology ~

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Constitution

The eyes are the windows to the soul

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Iridology: European vs American

European Iridology

• European Iridology is based on a approach which considers constitutions. • It gives clear understanding of the individuals pathway to disease. • It most often supports their findings with the use of homeopathic remedies. • It believes that there are no changes visible in the structures of the eyes as healing takes place.

The iris is a ‘genetically inherited structure’ (according to Dr. Joseph Deck, European Iridology)

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Iridology: European vs American

American Iridology

Ignatz Von Peczely (Hungary) Iridology dates back hundred of years. The first iris map was developed in the early1800s by Dr. Von Peczely.

In an injured owl that had a broken leg, Dr. Von Peczely noticed a black line in one of its eyes. After the leg healed, a white mark appeared where the dark mark was before.

Bernard Jensen (America) In1950, Jensen pioneered the science of Iridology in the US, developing one of the most comprehensive eye chart showing the locations of the organs.

In his own methods, Jensen pointed out after opening detox pathways the eye color changes and certain structures disappear when healing took place.

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Constitutional Model of Iridology

Systemic iris diagnosis was only developed in the last century!

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Determining Constitution

How can we determine one’s constitution?

 Eye color  Ways to determine eye colour: pen light, magnifying/eye glass  Skin complexion  Take a good case history  Listening to your patients  Lifestyle & stressors  Physical exam  Observation of typical traits  Disease manifestations

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Constitutional Types

Lymphatic Type Hematogenic Type Dyscratic Type

Lymf-A-Drop Taraxacum Thuja

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Lymphatic Constitution

Lymphatic Constitution Indications

Eye Color: blue, pale green or grey Complexion: fair and slightly pigmented skin Physical Structure: large bone structure, large muscles, broad shoulders and muscular chest Possible Disease Manifestation: chronic ear, nose and throat (ENT) infections, sinusitis, bronchitis, GI tract infections, chronic inflammation, rheumatism, bladder and kidney infections, nervousness, early calcification of tissues. Allergies: Environmental or food Weakness: lymphatic system, skin, mucous membranes, nervous system

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Eyes of the Lymphatic Constitution

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Lymphatic Therapies

Foundational Remedy: always Lymf-A-Drop

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Lymphatic Drainage, Immune Support

Lymf-A-Drop is a classic formula to detoxify the lymph, blood, extracellular matrix and connective tissue

Lymf-A-Drop works on the body’s elimination organs and pathways including: - Lymphatic drainage - Liver & biliary tract & gastrointestinal tract - Skin & lungs - Immune support & reduction in allergic responses

Specific conditions include: • lymphatic congestion (lymphadenitis, lymphangitis, lymphadenopathy) • edema (postoperative, acute or secondary) • sports injuries (strains, sprains, contusions, swelling and hematomas) • systemic diseases (eczema, urticaria, allergies and postsurgical scaring) • pediatrics (lymphatic diathesis, recurrent/chronic infections, otitis media)

Lymf-A-Drop can be used for detoxification programs for general health maintenance and disease prevention

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Lymphatic Drainage, Immune Support

Medicinal Ingredients: • Taraxacum officinale D1 (8.0 g) • Calendula officinalis D1 (4.5 g) • Arsenicum album D8 (1.0 g) • Chelidonium majus D2 (0.5 g) • Leptandra viriginica D1 (0.3 g) • Echinacea angustofolia D1 (0.3 g) • Phytolacca decandra D2 (0.2 g) • Carduus marianus D2 (0.2 g) • Condurango D2 (0.1 g) • Hydrastis canadensis D1 (0.1 g) • Lycopodium clavatum D2 (0.1 g) • Sanguinara canadensis D1 (0.1 g) • Mercurius solubilis D8 (0.2 g)

Recommended Dosage: Adult and children (over 10 years) – take 10 drops two to three times daily Children age 4-10: take 4-6 drops two to three times daily Children age 1-3 : take 4-5 drops two to three times daily

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Hematogenic Constitution

Hematogenic Constitution Indications

Eye Color: brown Complexion: darker, with black/brown hair Physical Structure: short stocky build, strong muscles, ‘soft and round’ Possible Disease Manifestation: gastrointestinal illnesses (intestinal dysbiosis, gastritis, spastic bowel (IBS), chronic pain), liver and gallbladder disturbances (fatty liver, gallstones), slow metabolism, blood vessel and circulatory congestion (vascular disease, thrombosis, varicose veins), skin diseases Weakness: liver, digestion, circulation

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Eyes of the Hematogenic Constitution

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Hematogenic Therapies

Foundational Remedy: always Taraxacum

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Liver Drainage, Digestive, Circulatory Support

Taraxacum is a classic formula to detoxify the liver

Taraxacum promotes: - increased bile production & aids in better digestion - increased intestinal peristalsis - improved fat metabolism

Specific conditions includes: • full range of liver disturbances • liver enlargement, jaundice, pruritis • liver cirrhosis and hepatorenal syndrome • often big eaters, but not tolerating food well • inflammation of the gallbladder • formation of gallstones

Taraxacum promotes increased blood flow through the liver and stimulates liver regeneration.

Taraxacum promotes wound healing and will reduce redness, bruising and swelling.

Liver Drainage, Digestive, Circulatory Support

Medicinal Ingredients: • Taraxacum officinale 1X • Lycopodium clavatum 2X • Vipera berus 12X • Yucca filamentosa 2X • Carduus marianus 1X

Recommended Dosage: Adult and children (over 10 years) – take 5-10 drops two to three times daily Children age 4-10: take 2-4 drops two to three times daily Children age 1-3 : take 1-2 drops two to three times daily

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Dyscratic Constitution

Dyscratic Constitution Indications

Eye Color: grey/green/brown eyes with different pigments. Complexion: fair skin with pigmented moles Physical Structure: delicate bones structure, lean muscle, long limbs Possible Disease Manifestation: frequent colds, intestinal dysbiosis, constipation, gallstones, skin disorders (rashes, pruritis), cysts or fatty lumps, tumour processes, osteoarthrosis, acid accumulation, gout. Allergies: environmental and food, chemical sensitivities Autoimmune Disease Tendencies: lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes (Type 1) Weakness: immune system, metabolic, skin

Eyes of the Dyscratic Constitution

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Dyscratic Therapies

Foundational Remedy: always Thuja

Circulation and Immune Support

Thuja is a classic formula to support the immune system and improve blood circulation to tissues

Thuja supports: - improved blood circulation to tissues - immune support, especially in autoimmunity - relieves symptoms of colds and influenza - allergic reactions - sneezing, coughing and skin rashes - side effects after vaccination

Specific conditions include: • Immune support • Growth on skin and mucous membranes (warts, polyps, cysts) • Ulcerated tumors • Inflammation of the airways, asthma • Supportive therapy for severe infections • Spasms of the hepato-biliary tract and digestive tract • Wound healing • Bleeding of the skin and mucous membranes

Thuja can be used in all Chronic Conditions

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Circulation and Immune Support

Medicinal Ingredients: • Conium maculaturm 4D • Bromium 4D • Kali iodatum 4D • Hydrastis canadensis 4D • Echinacea purpurea 4D • Thuja occidentalis 3D • Hamamelis virginiana 2D

Why You Need to Use Constitutional Medicine

Constitution Remedies = Foundation for all Protocols

 Easy to determine – blue/brown/mixed eyes

 Patients feel better on the drops = health on tract!

 Break patterns of disease:  according to individual genetic weakness  strengthen weak genetic parts  predict patterns of weakness and disease  prevent weakness from developing into disease

 Resolve symptoms according to their constitution

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Bringing it all Together: Building Protocols

Constitutional Foundation to Build Protocols

Constitution Lymphatic Hematogenic Dyscratic

Remedy Lymf-A-Drop Taraxacum Thuja 10 drops 2x day 5-10 drops 2x day 5-10 drops 2x day

Affected Immune Liver Immune Body Systems Skin Digestion Metabolic Mucous membranes Circulation Skin Nervous system Portal vein congestion

 Frequent/reoccurring  Slow metabolism  Weak immunity Constitutional infections ‘itis’  Gastritis & IBS  Autoimmune Symptoms  Sinusitis, bronchitis,  Fatty liver &  Allergies (food, cystitis, otitis gallstones environmental)  Lymph congestion  Poor bile flow  Dysbiosis  Edema  Poor circulation  Chemical sensitivities  Allergic reactions  Varicose veins  Skin disorders  Blood clot formation  Warts  Cysts & polyps  Gout 8/29/2020 © Henrietta DeJong 2020  Chronic conditions 31

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