1. Introduction to Ayurveda Three Part Series ॐ Jazell Choi-Andujar Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner

2. Part 1 What is Ayurveda Photo Reference: Ayurcircle.com

3. Introduction to Ayurveda  Ayurveda is (pronounced I-your-vay-da)  Ayur means life and Veda means science which means “The science of Life”.  Ayurveda is a holistic medicine system whose focus is on the “Whole Self.” Photo Reference: cholayil.com

4. Professional Standards There are currently no national standards for the certifying or licensing of Ayurvedic practitioners or doctors. Ayurvedic professionals may obtain a medical degree in India which is either a Bachelor or Doctorate of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. Also, American doctors can utilized Ayurveda as an integrative medical approach. Field Ethical standards are set and revised by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. Practitioners are held up to high standards of professionalism which are based on competence, virtuous relationships with clients and colleagues. Photo Reference: AyurvedaNama.org

5. NAMA Practitioner Ethical Standards 1. Abide by HIPPA patient laws.10. Protect and cause no harm to clients. 2. Clients are equal regardless of race, religion, sex, politics, culture, disabilities, sexual orientation, social standing. 11. Make no claims of curing or healing of specific disorders or diseases. 3. Practice in compliance with principles of Ayurveda. 12. Always respect and listen attentively to clients. 4. Client’s well-being is the number one goal. 13. Carefully explain all findings, treatment plans, and answer any questions that arise. 5. Practitioners must cultivate their own personal well-being. 14. Respect the client’s right to take part in actively designing their care plan. 6. Honesty is key and practitioners must never abuse their professional position. 15. Refer clients whose conditions is beyond ones expertise. 7. Comply with state and federal laws that affect ones practice. 16. Be open to consulting with colleagues, and the client’s other health care professionals. 8. Do not allow personal beliefs to interfere with the client’s care. 17. Complaints are to be responded to promptly and constructively. 9. Never utilize titles suggesting professional qualifications which have not been officially acquired. 18. Practitioners should update their professional knowledge and skills in accordance with standards currently being developed

6. Philosophy of Ayurveda  The principal philosophy of Ayurveda is that the body is a self-regulating and self-healing organism.  A person is comprised of three dimensions the body, the mind and the spirit.  Ayurveda is considered both an Alternative and Complimentary Medicine System. Photo Reference: Meetville.com

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