In this article I consider the key principles of homeopathy, and how they differ from what is understood as conventional or orthodox medicine today. I touched on this topic in July and return to it from time to time. It is so central to the understanding of homeopathy that I think it a good revision Read More
Susceptibility to disease is a key concept in homeopathy. Dr Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843) wrote the following: The psychic and physical inimical influences that we encounter in the world and that we call disease agents do not have an absolute power to untune our organism. We fall ill under their influence only when the organism is Read More
In this short article I write about the homeopathy and its use in the treatment of acne. I will also share information on the orthodox appoaches by way of comparison. Comparing Allopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Before I look at acne specifically, I want briefly to consider the philosophical differences between conventional (allopathic) medicine and homeopathic Read More
Homeopathy takes a different approach to health and healing. When I give a talk on homeopathy I now begin by sharing some facts about the human body. Here are a few: We like to believe that we are solid – it hurts if you bang into a table, after all. In fact we are fluid, Read More
Homeopathy is beneficial in treating injury, either by way of first aid or post hospital care. It can and has been usefully used in the hospital and clinic. However, current medical practice is for the most part resistant to old wisdom. Drawing on Dr Roger Morrison’s Desktop Companion to Physical Pathology, in this Read More
The Society of Homeopaths asked me to write a book review in which the author shares some thirty homeopathy real life case studies and testimonials. The book titled The Joy of Homeopathy is authored by North Yourkshire Homeopathy, Em Colley. This blog is based on that review. Introduction Emma (‘Em’) Colley is a graduate of Read More
This blog looks at how homeopathy can help with cold and flu and offers guidance on self-help. September marks the beginning of the school year – coincidentally or otherwise – time when respiriatory infections surface. Naturopathic View From my bookshelf I pull a book dating back to 1985, written by a naturopath Ross Tattler. On Read More
This blog considers the difficult question, How do Homeopathic Medicines Work and complements my July blog on the Vital or Life Force. This Life Force is all around and what a wonderful summer it has been (excepting some drought) as the crop on my crab apple tree shows: Recap Let’s begin with a recap. In Read More
Big Pharma and Covid has no immediate relevance to homeopathy, but as August is a holiday month, I thought I would share some interesting material elsewhere from the world of medicine. Dr Aseem Malhotra – Global Health Award Dr Aseem Malhotra is a consultant cariologist working in London. He has spoken out about the lack Read More
Homeopathy and The Vital Force reads a bit like a title for an episode of Star Wars. Actually it is a serious philosophical point. And it is a philosophy that differentiates the homeopathic branch of medicine from the allopathic (orthodox). Science – materialistic / reductionist Modern scientific medicine (indeed science in general) has the material Read More
At first glance there is no obvious connection between nutrition and homeopathy. But Dr Samuel Hahnemann who set down the precepts of Homeopathic Medicine wrote in the footnote to aphorism §7 of his Organon of Medicine the following: “It is obvious that every reasonable physician will first of all remove the causa occasionalis; after that Read More
Medicine and Healing are they one and the same thing? In this blog I take a different approach and present a review of a book that I recently came across. It is a book of significant wisdom. The author is respectful to the homeopathic system of medicine, which is refreshing. Dr Paul Dieppe is a Read More
The menopause is a natural point of transition in a women’s life and homeopathy can ease this time of change. This is not a topic about which I have written previously. The simple fact is that there are many more female homeopaths than males. For obvious reasons female issues often become the speciality of female Read More
I wrote about the treatment of hay fever in homeopathy back in April 2024, but mostly about self-help measures to address the symptoms. In this short blog I wish to consider deeper underlying factors. Defining Acute and Chronic The terms Acute and Chronic have specific meanings in Homeopathy. Acute illnesses typically self resolve, which is Read More
Sensibly one should steer a clear course away from the topic of Autism and (and Homeopathy in context). It is without doubt a very sensitive topic today touching so many families. This blog is prompted by a recent YouTube vlog from Dr John Campbell. He draws attention to recent reports from the CDC (Centers for Read More
How do I find the right homeopathic remedy or, more specifically, how does the homeopath find the most appropriate remedy? This is a good question and the subject of this short blog post. Previously I wrote about the nature of the homeopathic consultation and I am now going to consider the next step. The Homeopathic Read More
Homeopathy is very effective for the treatment of fever in children ( and adults for that matter). In this blog I wish to share general self-help measures useful for every parent. This article continues my series on Family Care with Homeopathy I am assuredly not an expert on this matter (my son is now in Read More
Explaing what Homeopathic Medicine is made of, can be a challenge. Our expectations are based on what we find in the high street pharmacy. That is to say drugs that work biochemically, but that is not how homeopathic medicines work. In this blog I will try and explain what homeopathic medicines are, how they are Read More
The question is whether in homeopathy there is medicine for headaches. The answer is yes, but it is not as simple as taking Acetominophen best known as paracetamol (called Tylenol in the USA). Pain Killers (Analgesics) In last month’s blog I referred to an interesting article from the University of Oxford, titled What’s the Point Read More
In this blog I describe the unique and important nature of the homeopathic consultation, something particular to homeopathy. If you would like to explore whether homeopathy could help with your health please book a free 30 minute Discovery Call via this button. Conversation The homeopathic consultation or better put ‘conversation’ is of great importance. Dr Brian Read More
Homeopathy at Home – Everyday Treatments for Common Complaints is a new book written by Marcus Fernandez, Principal of the Centre for Homeopathic Education (CHE) in London. Marcus has been working in Homeopathy for three decades. The Book The book is a practical and simple-to-use guide for those interested in using homeopathy to help with Read More
Indeed, what is Homeopathic Medicine when compared to what most people understand as conventional medicine, sometimes termed Allopathic Medicine. I wrote a blog on this topic recently but today I would to revisit the topic from another angle as a headline article for this New Year. Fundamental Question? Our nature as human beings is the Read More
This blog continues the study on the use of Homeopathy in first aid; this time I consider Homeopathy for teeth pain. As before I do recommend purchasing a first aid kit of basic homeopathic remedies. See my earlier blog Family Care with Homeopathy Without a kit to hand, you cannot do much on a weekend, other than take Read More
It is a challenge to explain – simply – the difference between allopathy and homeopathy. Common to both terms is ‘-pathy’ from the Greek meaning suffering. ‘Allo-‘ and ‘Homeo-‘ are from the Greek words for ‘opposite’ and ‘similar’ respectively. Today allopathic medicine is the dominant philosophy. ‘Anti-pathy’ might be a better term as most drug Read More
This blog continues the study on the use of Homeopathy in first aid, this time for Period Pain and Premenstual Tension. You can obtain First Aid Kits from homeopathic pharmacies such as Ainsworths or Helios. I also recommend a nice little book of charts to guide remedy selection published by Saltire Books. If you wish more guidance, or to Read More
A keyword search identified the question “What is complementary medicine in homeopathy?”. The wording of the question is rather odd, but it is true that homeopathy is understood as a complementary or alternative form of medicine. CAM for short. This is the subject I wish to explore today. If the written word is Read More
The season for respiratory ailments is once again upon us. In this short article I look at the use of Homeopathy for Flu and Cold as well as other self-help measures. Frankly, the other self-help measures are the most important. This blog continues the study on the use of a first aid kit of homeopathic Read More
Traditional vs Modern Medicine: one of the incidental learnings from the study of homeopathy is a glimpse into the history of medicine. In fact what is now considered orthodox was once alternative. Potted History In fact medicine as currently understood is a relatively recent phenomenon. There were assuredly notable figures back in ancient history such Read More
More on Homeopathy First Aid Kits. Whilst with care and attention accidents can be avoided, the unfortunate fact is that bumps and scapes are a fact of life, for adults and children alike. Please note that for many minor things the body will heal quite naturally, so use your medicines judiciously. Within your first-aid kit Read More
In my last blog I introduced the concept of miasm in Homeopathy. This time I focus particularly on the Tubercular Miasm. In modern parlance these are epigenetic factors that underly health. In other words our inheritance. It is reasonable to say that the factors affecting our health divide into two camps: that which we acquire Read More
This blog considers the unique concept of Miasm in Homeopathy. Doctor Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843) I have written before about Hahnemann, a German physician, who set down the principles of Homeopathic Medicine. The grand monument to him pictured below, dates from the early twentieth century. It is located right at the centre of Washington D.C. and Read More
Pulsatilla is a common remedy in Homeopathy. It is a useful remedy for young children in particular, but it is also a good remedy for a cough. But only if the picture fits. Pulsatilla is a small plant from the buttercup family – an alpine – if you have a rockery it may be there, Read More
The Peoples Vaccine Inquiry is a website containing the testimonies of a number of expert witnesses concerning the Covid Vaccines. Not something I might normally post, but I consider it important. Especially as the mainstream media continue to deliver a upbeat message on vaccine efficacy. The topic of vaccination is a minefield as I covered Read More
Can Homeopathy help with the stress and anxiety of big events like examinations? Well, yes it can. As we reach the summer solstice, I now realise that I should have written this blog a little earlier (sorry!) as the exam season is almost over. It will come around again. In any case stressful events are Read More
Waldorf Education and Anthroposophy may be unfamiliar subjects, but nonetheless are very pertinent to modern times. The Society of Homeopaths was honoured to listen to pediatrician Dr Micheala Glöckler at their recent conference in London. German born Dr Glöckler now lives in Switzerland and has a deep passion for Applied Anthroposophy and the availability of Read More
The use of homeopathy for uncomplicated urinary tract infection or UTI is the subject of this article. It is a condition more common in women due to the relatively short urethra (tube from the bladder to the outside). A common name for this type of infection is Cystitis. Urinary tract infection and retention in men Read More
Should vaccine pros and cons be a subject of debate? I last wrote a blog on Vaccines back in August 2022 after reading a book by Dr Suzanne Humphries and Roman Bystrianyk, titled Dissolving Illusions, Disease Vaccines and the Forgotten History. That blog and this are mostly about vaccines, but I touch on homeopathy at the Read More
Are there homeopathic remedies that can help hay fever sufferers? Indeed there are. If you follow this blog you will know that Classical Homeopathy follows the ‘law of similars’. Simply put this means that the characteristics of the ailment as experienced by the patient must match the ‘picture’ of the homeopathic medicine / remedy. Several Read More
Some time back, I wrote a short blog on the topic of Homeopathy and Christianity. It seemed to generate some interest and I return to the topic. In a journal I edit, a retired GP reminisced about his career as a GP in Surrey. The wonderfully initialed Dr R.A.F. Jack introduced him to Homeopathic Medicine Read More
Are there homeopathic remedies for a sore throat? Indeed there are. If you follow this blog you will know that Classical Homeopathy follows the ‘law of similars’. Simply put this means that the characteristics of the ailment as experienced by the patient must match the ‘picture’ of the remedy (homeopathic medicine). Many homeopathic remedies have Read More
Homeopathy in Kolkata is for many the home of Classical Homeopathy. In January I had the privilige to attend a course run at the Bengal Allen Medical Institute in Kolkata (Calcutta). Some 18% of the world’s population live in India – about 1.5 billion. Although there are many poor people it is a fast developing Read More
This short article considers first aid with ‘Belladonna’ a homeopathic remedy for fever (and more). This is a remedy commonly found in homeopathic first aid kits available from pharmacies such as Ainsworths and Helios Please read my initial article in this series, if you have not already done so The homeopathic remedy Belladonna originates from the plant of the same Read More
The genus name for the honeybee is Apis Mellifera. Apis is a useful homeopathic remedy and this blog is the next in the series of first aid remedies for the family. The origin of this remedy is the venon of the honeybee. As we will see the guiding symptoms will be familiar to anyone who Read More
I wrote about the Allium Cepa (the onion) Homeopathy back in 2021 from a slightly different angle. Here, as part of an ongoing series, I consider the remedy from a first aid perspective. The origin of the remedy is of course the common oinion. I am sure that you have chopped up some onions and Read More
Can homeopathy help with a cough? Yes it can. If you follow this blog you will know that Classical Homeopathy follows the ‘law of similars’. Simply put this means that the characteristics of the ailment and the remedy must match. Unfortunately many homeopathic remedies have a cough ‘picture’. Fortunately, however, there is considerable overlap between Read More
This short article considers first aid with homeopathic ‘Aconite Napellus’, usually just known as the remedy ‘Aconite’. This is a remedy commonly found in homeopathic first aid kits available from pharmacies such as Ainsworths and Helios Please read my initial article in this series, if you have not already done so Homeopathic Principles – a Read More
Introduction to Homeopathic First Aid You can care for your family with some basic homeopathy and a homeopathic first aid kit. Starting mid month I am going to share with you the key characteristics of the homeopathic remedies typically found in a first aid kit. Some homeopathic pharmacies sell first aid kits. In the photo Read More
In the past I have shared with you the value in having a small homeopathic first aid kit. Our late Queen carried one. Such a kit is useful for all sorts of ailments. Over the next few weeks – around mid month – I plan to share with you some of the most commonly used Read More
I have before me a book by the late Dr Jan de Vries, titled ‘Skin Diseases’ first published in 1992. He regularly used homeopathy in the treatment of skin disease. Photo by Luis Quintero on Unsplash Jan de Vries was born in the Netherlands, enduring the hardships of Nazi occupation as a child. He trained Read More
I happen to be a school governor, and on occasion I have to sit on a panel considering whether or not to exclude a child from school for behavioural reasons. Those meetings always get me thinking of homeopathy and mental health. Without going into inappropriate detail, I recall one case where the child concerned was Read More
Disclaimer: I am a qualified professional homeopath and not a medical doctor. The NHS has many resources, and seeking the opinion of your GP is always of value.
Dibden Purlieu, Southampton