Homeopathy was developed by Dr Samuel Hahnemann in the late 1700s, who believed that if a substance can cause symptoms in a healthy person, then it can cure similar symptoms in a sick person. Homeopathy aims to stimulate our body’s healing system to heal itself by using a smaller, purer quantity of natural substances. Homeopathy is a safe, effective alternative medicine, now widely used in modern medicine to treat physical, mental, and emotional problems among adults, infants, and children.
How does it work?
The principle of Homeopathy is that “like cures like.” That is, any substance that can cause symptoms in a healthy person can also cure those similar symptoms in a sick person.For example, a patient who has hay fever may have symptoms like running nose, watery eyes, and nasal congestion. The Homeopathy practitioner might prescribe a combination of dissolved and diluted substances which include red onion (Allium cepa), because onion can cause a streaming nose and running eyes in a healthy person. When prescribed to the patient it will stimulate the symptoms and therefore help the body to heal itself.Homoeopathic remedies are prepared in the form of powders, granules, tablets or creams using a combination of diluted plant extracts, minerals, and salts. The remedy needs to be fully diluted in alcohol or water and shaken completely. Homeopathy remedy is tailor-made so your practitioner will ask about your physical condition, and also your lifestyle, emotional state etc. This will ensure your remedy is exactly for your individual needs.
Treatment cost Treatment cost varies and depends on your condition, location etc. Generally, a first visit which lasts about one and a half hours can cost from £30 - £90 and the follow-up consultations which last up to 45 minutes will cost £20 - £60. The number of consultations you need depends on your condition and reaction to the treatment. Tips for choosing your Homeopathy practitioner It is important to check that your practitioner is fully trained and is accredited with the relevant professional body and registered with a professional council, society, or association.