Homeopathy:
What is it?
It
is a holistic medicine based on the research of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann
almost two centuries ago.
From
the Greek words "homoios" (similar) and "pathos"
(suffering) it is based on three main principles:
The Law of similitude: This principle takes an infinitesimal
quantity of a sub stance that in a larger dose would cause a
reaction sim ilar to the one we are treating. Given in minute
doses, a medication will produce the opposite effect than the
same medication in a larger dose. For example Ipecac, in large
doses will cause vomiting but in small doses will be used to
fight and prevent vomiting. nfinitesimal quantities: It is the
result of the search for the smallest effective dosage.
Totality: Homeopathy does not aim at healing one specific organ
but rather heals the individual on a whole, his total being.
Homeopathic compounds: For those who w~nt to heal them selves,
homeopathic compounds represent, in my opinion the most adaptable
method of self-medication. They are effec tive and carry no
risk of error since they do not require the patient to have
any medical training.
Toxicity:
Homeopathy is an altemative medicine for the whole family, it
is effective, safe and since it contains no toxicity whatsoever
it is totally harmless.
How
it works:
Homeopathy stimulates our organism's natural defenses without
causing any side effects and can therefore act as a curative as
well as preventative medicine.
Who
can use homeopathy?
Babies,
children, adults and pregnant women.
Where
do homeopathic products originate from?
They come from the animal, mineral and vegetable kingdoms.
What
can we heal with homeopathy?
It is largely used to heal acute disorders such as bronchitis,
flu, otitis, etc. as well as chronic illness such as seasonal
allergies.
Does it workfast?
Homeopathy can work very fast on acute disorders.
What
are the different forns it comes in?
Granules, glob ules, drops, vials, ointments, ovules and suppositories.
Are
there any contra-indications?
No. Homeopathy is even recommended for pregnant women.
General
rules and directions for use:
Homeopathic drops can be taken pure or diluted in a little water.
Keep the product in the mouth for thirty seconds before swallowing.
They should be taken half an hour before or an hour after a meal.
Adults:
20 drops 3 times a day, half an hour before meals or one hour
after.In more severe cases: 10 drops every 20 minutes and slowly
diminish amount as symptoms disappear.
Children: 10 drops 3 times a day,half an hour before meals or
one hour after.
In more severe cases: 5 drops every 20 minutes and slowly diminish
amount as symptoms disappear.
In extreme cases the number of doses can be increased with out
risk. One must space out the doses as soon as there is an improvement
and stop the doses when the symptoms disap pear.
Homeopathic
products remain active for up to 5 years after they were made.
