Is Homeopathy Right for You?

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Homeopathy is a natural treatment modality that can be used for a wide array of ailments, illnesses, disorders, and much more! Homeopathy is a natural alternative to western medicine, particularly prescription pharmaceuticals and other medical interventions and/or treatments. Homeopathy is based on the belief that the body can heal itself and homeopathic treatments support that natural self-healing.  

Homeopathy descriptions are often vague and confusing but VeryWell Health gives a brief but helpful introduction to homeopathy, “The theory behind homeopathic medicine is that ‘like cures like,’ and that a substance that causes an illness in a healthy person might cure those symptoms in someone who is ill. It’s believed by practitioners of homeopathy that a small amount of the substance which causes a disease will stimulate the body to heal itself…the theory is somewhat analogous to the basis of vaccination in modern-day medicine; with immunizations, the exposure to a small amount of a killed or inactivated microbe can result in protection against developing the disease…The other theory underlying homeopathy is that of potentization. It’s thought by practitioners of homeopathy that the more dilute an ingredient, the more potent it becomes. The thought is that diluting and agitating an ingredient activates the curative powers of the ingredient, thus enhancing its effect. “

Acute & Chronic Conditions Treated by Homeopathy:

• Allergies
• Migraines & Headaches
• Depression & Anxiety
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Bruises
• Scrapes
• Coughs
• Cold & Flu
• Nausea
• Toothaches
• Insomnia
• Digestive issues
• Hemorrhoids
• Yeast Infections
• Hot Flashes
• PMS Symptoms

It is easier to describe what homeopathy cannot be used for than what it can be used for because there are just so many applications and more and more are being developed all the time. Because there are so many different remedies, it is important to work with an experienced and knowledgeable homeopathic practitioner. An extensive homeopathic intake should take place to fully understand what you are experiencing. Two people could have “depression” but it could present very differently and for very different reasons. In that case, they may require two different homeopathic remedies. When you work with an experienced homeopathic practitioner, they can help determine the ideal treatment based on your individual health and symptoms.