Homoeopathy

(Last Updated On: March 16, 2021)

Homoeopathy is a system of alternative medicine. It is a German medical system based on the belief that the body can heal itself. Its practitioners are called homoeopaths and they use small amounts of natural remedies and substances, like plants and minerals to stimulate the healing process. It was developed in Germany in the late 1700s by Dr Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann. Homoeopathy was introduced to India two centuries ago and has played an important part in India’s pluralistic health care system. Homoeopathic medicines are affordable, palatable and have no adverse side-effects. Like ayurveda, these medicines also promote natural remedies. 

 

Homoeopathy is used to cure a variety of health issues including some chronic diseases such as allergies, migraines, depression, premenstrual syndrome, etc. It is also used to cure minor issues like bruises, headaches, nausea, cough, cold, etc. 

 

Homoeopathy and Diabetes: 

There are many homoeopathic treatments available for diabetes. But health care experts generally don’t recommend these as there isn’t much evidence that homoeopathy is effective in diabetes. Studies testing Syzygium jambolanum in mice have shown some promise. Other than this, most other homoeopathic remedial formulas have not been tested in human clinical trials. Many health organisations do not suggest the use of homoeopathy for diabetes without taking a bit of advice from your doctor. Advocates of homoeopathic treatments still support eating a balanced diet plan and a strict workout regimen as part of a treatment plan for diabetes. 

 

Homoeopathy and Hypertension: 

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a by-product of our current stressful life. High BP, is not a disease but a warning sign for a more serious internal illness. Homoeopathy can help to cure high blood pressure, determining its cause through a holistic approach that looks to cure the individual as a whole and not just the illness. Homoeopaths simply use symptoms to map out which homoeopathic remedy will most effectively trigger the body’s healing response. Homoeopathic treatment is recommended because not only can it help to stabilize your blood pressure, but also can have a positive effect on your overall health. In classical homoeopathy, there are many possible homoeopathic treatments for hypertension, to be chosen based on various specific details of the person seeking treatment.

 

Homoeopathy and Covid-19: 

During the course of this ongoing pandemic, many people have been trying to advertise and label some homoeopathic medicine as a cure for the Corona-virus infection. This was however clarified by the Supreme Court of India by stating that these medicines can only be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner and that these medicines should only be treated as a preventive measure to boost your immunity and not as a cure to Covid-19. You can rely on homoeopathy to build a stronger immune system. It can, however, not act as an alternative to the Covid-19 vaccines. 

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