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
September and October is the time of year when the NHS thinks about boosting immunity in elderly people, ahead of the long winter days, here in Dibden Purlieu, near Southampton, UK. Traditionally, this involves the winter ‘flu jab’ … and in recent years, the ‘COVID booster jab’ too. We are enjoying an Indian summer but Read More
What is the difference between fit and healthy? What do we mean by these words? And what is disease? These words are the subject of this blog. The homeopathic approach to good health is rather different from that found in most GP surgeries today. It is not a quick fix, but it works at a Read More
That Homeopathy and Christianity are incompatible, as I have occasionally heard, rather puzzles me. I say this a Church attendee throughout most of my life. This view is slightly strange as I recall that the family doctor of my childhood in Glasgow – a member of the Faculty of Homeopathy – had an open Bible Read More
© Can Stock Photo / leonido Homeopathy Solutions for Joint and Muscle Pain – The Hippy Shakes Homeopathy can help with joint and muscle pain. With early intervention may save the surgeon’s knife. Now, there is no denying the wonders of modern surgery and hip-joint replacement. This seems to have become almost a right of Read More
This article is a reflection on the long history of homeopathic medicine, a medical system based with a rich history and profound philosophical basis Throwing Baby Out with the Bathwater – the hazard or either/or thinking Back to the future? The rich history of homeopathic medicine is interesting. It seems to me that we are Read More
Homeopathy a Royal History Prince (now King) Charles has long been a supporter of Homeopathy and his mother and grandmother before him. If you live in the United Kingdom you could hardly have missed the Coronation of King Charles III, even if you so wished. Prince Charles on Harmony Whatever your views on monachy, few Read More
Can Homeopathy help anxiety and depression? That is the question. We can all have a bit of a wobble. This can be for any number of reasons: a consequence of some event in the past or anticipation of an event to come. The root cause may even reach back to an event in the distant Read More
A more practical topic this month: homeopathy for tooth nerve pain or neuralgia My problem being a neuralgia, on the left side and lower jaw of my face. Tooth nerve pain was the likely cause. It didn’t improve my humour! And it got me out of bed at 3am for a few nights.. 🙁 This 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