Homeopathy: Principles and Practice

Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine that uses highly diluted substances to stimulate the body's self-healing process. It is based on the principle of 'like cures like' and individualized treatment.
Category
Medical practice
Where to get
Homeopathic remedies are available in pharmacies and health stores.
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Homeopathy FAQ


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What is homeopathy based on?

Homeopathy (also spelled homoeopathy) is used as an alternative to, or as an addition to, conventional medicine. Homeopathy is based on the idea that if a substance causes symptoms in a healthy person, tiny doses of that substance can treat the symptoms in someone who is unwell. This idea does not fit with modern science.

What is homeopathic medicine?

Developed in Germany more than 200 years ago, homeopathic medicine is based on the belief that the body can heal itself. Its unconventional approach aims to treat the whole patient using medicines made from highly diluted plants and other natural elements. Homeopathic treatment is customized for each patient.

What is homeopathy & how does it work?

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. It was developed in the late 1700s in Germany.

Who uses homeopathy?

Over 200 million people use it worldwide Many sports personalities and celebrities are among the users of homeopathy, including Paul McCartney, David Beckham, Susan Hampshire, Louise Jameson, Gaby Roslin, Jude Law, Sadie Frost, Nadia Sawalha, Jennifer Aniston, Roger Daltry, Olivia Newton John, Jenny Seagrove and Helena Bonham Carter

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