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Homeopathy is a safe, effective system of medicine used by millions worldwide for over 200 years. It's a form of alternative medicine that recognizes your uniqueness. You are an individual with particular strengths and weaknesses, so it isn't surprising that when you become ill your body will react in its very own special way. Even if you catch the ''same'' cold as your spouse or co-worker, your response to that cold may be very different from their response. Using the time-honored principle that ''like cures like,'' homeopathy has taken a wide range of natural substances, from the plant, animal and mineral kingdoms, and carefully recorded the symptoms these substances cause in healthy people. By matching these substances closely with the particular symptoms you are experiencing encourages your body's own healing mechanism to kick-in and return you to health. The results are often remarkable, bringing about relief on all levels: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. Remember, with homeopathy the focus is on the total YOU, and not just your disease. Why do FIVE million Americans visit a homeopath every year? Homeopathy is a rational, scientific form of medicine that does not depend on belief. The results are real and lasting, with the additional benefit of it being a natural healing system that is rapid, gentle and permanent. Some of the reasons people choose homeopathy are: Concerns about the safety of conventional drugs have them looking for alternatives.
They don't like the side effects of medications.
They want to limit the number of medications they take because they worry about about the possible drug interactions.
Their doctors say there's no treatment for their condition, or after receiving treatment they are still feeling ill.
Many people use homeopathy because they want to heal, and not mask their symptoms any longer. FAQs Is Homeopathy the right alternative healing modality for me? If you have a recurring condition or you have had a number of acute illnesses recently, it is always best to see a qualified homeopathic practitioner. Remember homeopathy can be used to treat anything, even problems that have no clear diagnosis, because it treats the individual rather than the disease. How does homeopathy differ from conventional medicine?
Homeopathy is a holistic medicine. This means it focuses on the whole person and believes that mental, emotional, physical and spiritual factors are all completely inter-related and should not be thought of as separate factors in isolation. It is based on the idea that symptoms are not the cause of disease, they are there to make us aware that a "dis-ease" exists. Symptoms are the body's way of warning us that all is not well and the changes you experience is the body's attempt to restore balance. From a homeopathic perspective, masking symptoms is like unscrewing a warning light bulb on your car. The bothersome light no longer annoys you, but you still have not fixed the underlying problem. Homeopathy is a truly holistic medicine because it uses symptoms as warning signs to be used as guides to treating the individual and their "dis-ease." Instead of merely removing the symptoms, it removes the central disturbance in the individual's energetic balance. Once this has been done the symptoms disappear on their own because the warnings they were trying to give have become unnecessary.
What is ''Classical Homeopathy?'' Classical Homeopathy uses one remedy at a time, that is particular to your illness, and one that will be most effective. Non-classical homeopaths may prescribe many remedies sequentially, or a combination of remedies together. This is classically not thought to be as clear or effective for you as finding the one, most similar remedy to your symptoms. How will I know if the homeopathic medicine is working or not? Reactions to homeopathic medicine vary with the individual. Some experience a clear improvement in their symptoms very early on. Other may find their symptoms worsen for a time before improving. Still others find that their general sense of well-being increases, which is a very good sign that shows the remedy is working at the most fundamental level and removing dis-ease. Eventually the original symptoms will disappear. Aside from general improvements (in sleep, digestion, mood, etc.) homeopaths look out for signs that symptoms are moving out on different levels. This is the equivalent of the body going through a spring cleaning, where old symptoms clear out that have been previously suppressed. Is is of great help, if you can mention any changes you have noticed since taking the remedy. If you think you're likely to forget what has been going on, you could jot down a few notes throughout the month and bring them along to you next follow-up appointment. Can I take homeopathic medicine if I'm already taking other medication? Yes, it is perfectly safe to do so. However, you should not attempt to reduce your other medication without supervision from your primary doctor. It is important that you tell your homeopath about any medication that you are on. Hopefully, the need for these will lessen as treatment progresses and they can be gradually and carefully reduced under your doctor's supervision. |
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