Homeopathic Remedies - Natural Healing Solutions

Homeopathic remedies are natural medicines that are prepared through a process of potentization. They are based on the principle of 'like cures like' and aim to stimulate the body's self-healing mechanisms.
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Homeopathic Remedies FAQ


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What is a homeopathic treatment?

Many homeopathic remedies consist of substances that have been diluted many times in water until there's none, or almost none, of the original substance left. Homeopathy is used to "treat" an extremely wide range of conditions, including physical conditions such as asthma and psychological conditions such as depression. Does homeopathy work?

How do homeopathic remedies work?

Practitioners believe that the more a substance is diluted in this way, the greater its power to treat symptoms. Many homeopathic remedies consist of substances that have been diluted many times in water until there's none, or almost none, of the original substance left.

What are homeopathic medicines?

Homeopathic medicines – also known as remedies – are made from substances designed to help stimulate the body’s healing ability. Remedies are made from small amounts of natural substances such as plants and minerals and are prepared – or “potentised” – using a process of repeated dilution and succussion (vigorous shaking).

How will my homeopath prescribe my Remedy?

Your homeopath will prescribe your remedy following the consultation. It will be given in tablet, pillule, (a small pill), liquid or occasionally powdered form.

Do homeopathic remedies work?

Homeopathic remedies are believed to work by triggering your body’s innate healing responses. Homeopathy operates on the principle of “like cures like.” This means that a substance that can cause certain symptoms in a healthy person might be used to treat similar symptoms in someone who is sick.

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