Discovering Homeopathy as a Holistic Approach

Last updated on August 9th, 2022 at 11:23 am

Homeopathic medicines may seem intimidating to the novice. They often have unusual names, and are administered in unfamiliar forms like pellets. Although they may appear different at first glance, these medicines are clearly labeled and easy to read making them a first choice for many. But how are they different from conventional medicines? And when are they most appropriate to use?

Learn how parents, health care professionals, seniors and many others are incorporating homeopathic medicines into their lives in the “Discovering Homeopathy,” Part One of the Tackling the Flu, Naturally Podcast Series.
Learn how parents, health care professionals, seniors and many others are incorporating homeopathic medicines into their lives in the “Discovering Homeopathy,” Part One of the Tackling the Flu, Naturally Podcast Series.

In the simplest of terms, homeopathic medicines are based on the principle that “like cures like.” In homeopathy, a substance that can produce symptoms of an illness at full strength can help relieve it when microdosed. For example, when a person drinks too much coffee, he or she may become jittery and have difficulty sleeping. Coffea cruda, a homeopathic form of a coffee bean, can help relieve sleeplessness due to hypersensitivity.*

Many opt for homeopathic medicines because their active ingredients are derived from diluted plants, minerals and animals. The diluted nature of homeopathic medicines makes the risk of side effects very low. Because of this, homeopathic medicines can be taken in combination with other medicines and treatments. They are generally used for acute, self-diagnosable illnesses like colds and coughs.

To learn more about how homeopathic medicines are empowering parents, health care professionals, seniors and many others to take charge of their health, click here to listen to Discovering Homeopathy, Part One of the Tackling the Flu, Naturally Podcast Series.

* These “Uses” have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

 

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2 thoughts on “Discovering Homeopathy as a Holistic Approach”

    1. Hi Susan, single homeopathic medicines are available in several dilutions. The letter indicates which dilution process was chosen, while the number indicates how many times that dilution process was used.

      Here’s a quick guide to using homeopathic medicines: Low dilutions, such as 6X or 6C, will relieve local symptoms, such as an insect bite or bruise. Medium dilutions, such as 12X, 9C or 12C, will relieve general symptoms that is more than one symptom in more than one location (e.g., muscle aches and pains). High dilutions, such as 30X or 30C, will relieve general symptoms affecting the whole body with possible behavioral or emotional symptoms (e.g., a very high fever and chills, accompanied by agitation or sleeplessness).

      If a person has the right medicine, no matter what the dilution, he will see a lessening of symptoms. For most medicines, choosing the right dilution is merely fine-tuning. If you need help selecting a medicine or dilution, click here to try the Boiron Medicine Finder.

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