Understanding Homeopathy: A Holistic Approach to Natural Healing

Long ago during my school days, my friend opened a small cute bottle containing white tiny round balls slightly bigger than a mustard seed. I was of course curious about where she got the mysterious thing from. The tiny balls were supposed to be tablets is what she said, but I didn't believe her since tablets according to me were big round, and flat.

She said it was called “Homeopathy medicine” which was the first time I ever heard of the name and understood that different types of medicines or treatments did exist.

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What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a medical system based on the belief that the body can cure itself. Those who practice it use tiny amounts of natural substances, like plants and minerals. They believe these stimulate the healing process.

Homeopathy is a gentle and natural healing system that works with the body to relieve symptoms, restore vitality, and improve overall health.

It was developed in the late 1700s in Germany. Samuel Hahnemann (April 10, 1755) was a German physician, and founder of the system of therapeutics known as homeopathy.

Dr. Hahnemann believed in the natural law of healing — “similia similibus curantur” or “likes are cured by likes.” He thought that a disease could be treated by drugs that have shown to cause symptoms of the disease in a healthy person, but only if a very small dose was used.

Homeopathic remedies are environmentally friendly, cruelty-free, and derived from natural substances. Affordable, over-the-counter remedies are available at natural food stores, homeopathic pharmacies, online retailers, and even some traditional grocery stores and pharmacies.

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Is homeopathy known across the globe?

According to India Today Homeopathy as a system of medicine has prominently evolved over the past two hundred and fifty years and is widely practiced globally as a complementary system of medicine. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), homeopathy is the second largest medical system in the world and is legally practiced in over 84 countries (including India, Germany, the UK, the US, France, and China, among others).

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How does Homeopathy works?
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‍A basic belief behind homeopathy is “like cures like.” In other words, something that brings on symptoms in a healthy person can -- in a very small dose -- treat an illness with similar symptoms. This is meant to trigger the body’s natural defenses.

Homeopaths also believe that the lower the dose, the more powerful the medicine. Many of these remedies no longer contain any molecules of the original substance. They come in a variety of forms, like sugar pellets, liquid drops, creams, gels, and tablets.

The doctors or the Homeopaths ask several questions about mental, physical, and emotional health. The treatment is also tailor-made to treat the illness.

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What conditions can be cured with homeopathy?

It’s used for a wide variety of health issues, including some chronic illnesses:

• Allergies
• Migraines
• Depression
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Premenstrual syndrome

It can also be used for minor issues like bruises, scrapes, toothaches, headaches, nausea, coughs, and colds.

Certain places where the use of homeopathy is not recommended

Homeopathic medicine is not recommended for life-threatening illnesses, like asthma, cancer, and heart disease, or in emergencies. It should also be avoided to replace vaccines. Some homeopathic products called “nosodes” are marketed as an alternative to vaccines, but there’s no research to prove they’re effective.

The constant question “Does it work”

Research is mixed. Some studies show that homeopathic remedies are helpful, while others don’t. Critics chalk up the benefits of the placebo effect. That’s when symptoms improve because you believe the treatment is working -- not because it is. This can trigger the brain to release chemicals that briefly relieve the pain or other symptoms.

Doctors are divided because some of the theories behind homeopathy don’t line up with the principles of chemistry and physics. Scientists argue that a medicine with no active ingredient shouldn’t affect the body.

Conclusion:

Know your body type, and understand what works best for you. The best way to treat illness is to remain healthy and aware of yourself. A happy body and mind is what you need to stay fit and healthy, so just Transform Happily!

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