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Which Health Conditions can be Helped by Homeopathy?

Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

Many people turn to homeopathy when they seem to be getting little to no relief from traditional medical options. While the use of homeopathic methods to heal the body and mind do meet with a great deal of success, even the most devoted of homeopaths recognize that healing by homeopathy does have some limits. Here are a few examples of health conditions that can be treated successfully in many cases by using homeopathic healing.

Generally, homeopathy addresses means of healing that do not involve the use of surgery. This means that ailments that can be effectively treated by the administration of vitamins, herbs, and other natural means are prime candidates for homeopathic treatment. Fatigue is one example of a health condition that may benefit from homeopathic care. Often, people feel listless because of a combination of poor nutrition, stress, and lack of exercise. A professional homeopath will be able to design a regimen of vitamins and herbs, coupled with changes in the diet and a workable exercise program that will effectively restore energy and alleviate the sense of feeling tired all the time.

Many people turn to alternative remedies offered by homeopathy.
Many people turn to alternative remedies offered by homeopathy.

Depression is another ailment that can often be traced back to the need to make some lifestyle and diet changes. The administration of herbs and vitamin compounds to help restore the balance within the body teamed with a brisk walk each day for thirty minutes can often to a lot to alleviate the feelings that come with depression. Part of the homeopathic treatment may also involve stress management classes, to help the individual deal more effectively with life in general. The end result can be a person who has a much brighter outlook on life.

Fatigue may be helped by homeopathic treatment involving a change in diet and exercise.
Fatigue may be helped by homeopathic treatment involving a change in diet and exercise.

Ailments such as a sore throat, the common cold, and an upset stomach can also be treated effectively with homeopathy. Tinctures prepared from natural elements and administered according to the instructions provided by the homeopathic physician will help the body to deal with the infection while also providing some relief from the symptoms.

Much of the underlying philosophy of homeopathic care is built on using natural means to treat the ailments of the body and mind. The informed homeopath understands that the use of natural treatments is intended to take the body and mind of the ill person and restore him or her to a state of physical and emotional stability. The practice of homeopathy involves some degree of patience.

Unlike many patented prescription drugs, homeopathic remedies may take longer to work into the system and begin to produce results. For this reason, a homeopathic physician may examine a patient and find that their condition is acute enough to require the application of nuclear medicine, so that quicker results will bring the person to a point where homeopathy is a viable option. The responsible homeopath will always do what is in the best interests of the patient.

Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

After many years in the teleconferencing industry, Michael decided to embrace his passion for trivia, research, and writing by becoming a full-time freelance writer. Since then, he has contributed articles to a variety of print and online publications, including WiseGEEK, and his work has also appeared in poetry collections, devotional anthologies, and several newspapers. Malcolm’s other interests include collecting vinyl records, minor league baseball, and cycling.

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Malcolm Tatum
Malcolm Tatum

After many years in the teleconferencing industry, Michael decided to embrace his passion for trivia, research, and writing by becoming a full-time freelance writer. Since then, he has contributed articles to a variety of print and online publications, including WiseGEEK, and his work has also appeared in poetry collections, devotional anthologies, and several newspapers. Malcolm’s other interests include collecting vinyl records, minor league baseball, and cycling.

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Discussion Comments

anon79302

Real is scientific homeopathy. Evidence-based modern homeopathy medicine is for everyone

anon56527

Evidence-based modern homeopathy is the scientific revolution (fastest growing medicine in the world) in the 21st century.

anon37661

Not every physician is a homeopath physician, and not every medicine is allopathic.

anon34824

Homeopathy is evidence based modern medicine for the 21st century.

anon32150

Homeopathy: Micro Doses Mega Results

anon22500

Homeopathy cures even when Conventional Allopathic Medicine (CAM) fails

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    • Many people turn to alternative remedies offered by homeopathy.
      By: by-studio
      Many people turn to alternative remedies offered by homeopathy.
    • Fatigue may be helped by homeopathic treatment involving a change in diet and exercise.
      By: JJAVA
      Fatigue may be helped by homeopathic treatment involving a change in diet and exercise.