Chamomilla
Chamomilla (Chamomilla) Chamomilla is derived from the flowering German chamomile plant. The plant is crushed, and its juices are mixed with equal parts of alcohol. In Homoeopathy, Chamomilla is usually prescribed for people who are sensitive to pain, irritable, impatient, sweat easily and rigid. Chamomilla is also given to children who have severe temper tantrums. […]
Cantharis
Cantharis (Cantharis) Spanish fly is the more common name of cantharis. It is actually a beetle that produces an irritant so caustic that it makes the skin blister if exposed to it. Cantharis has been used for many different disorders such as baldness, rheumatism, and as an aphrodisiac. It can be toxic in high doses […]
Calcarea Carbonica
Calcarea Carbonica (Calcarea carbonica) This remedy is also known as calcium carbonate and is a source of calcium. Calcium is essential for bone and cell formation. Calcium carbonate is used by Homoeopath for conditions with symptoms of exhaustion, depression, and anxiety. This Homoeopathic Remedy May Aid… lower-back pain, broken bones- slow to heal, muscle cramps […]
Bryonia
Bryonia (Bryonia alba) Bryonia is commonly found in Europe and its reputation was known to the Greeks of ancient times who used the plant as a cleanser. If you were to consume the root of the plant you may experience tissue inflammation, severe vomiting, and very severe diarrhoea. Homoeopaths prescribe diluted solutions of Bryonia for […]
Belladonna
Belladonna (Belladonna) Deadly nightshade is another name given to belladonna. It is a highly toxic plant which grows wild across Europe. Its name means “beautiful woman” in Italian. Ladies of Italy used to dilate their pupils with belladonna eye drops for a doe-eyed look. The symptoms from belladonna poisoning include a dry mouth and hot, […]
Arsenicum Album
Arsenicum Album (Arsenicum album) This remedy is an extremely dilute form of arsenic. If your body accumulates this element slowly over time, it can experience chronic poisoning, leading to gastrointestinal disorders, nausea, dehydration, and even death. Weak preparations of arsenic are safely used medicinally. The main Homoeopathic theory states that “like cures like”, therefore, Arsenicum […]
Arnica
Arnica (Arnica montana) Arnica grows wild in Europe, northern Asia, and parts of the United States. Homoeopaths often prescribe Arnica for bruises, sprains, strains, and other types of accidents that are sudden and may induce shock. Most of the plant is crushed to a pulp and soaked in alcohol before undergoing the dilution process. This […]
Apis
Apis (Apis mellifica) Another name for Apis is the honeybee. Honey has been revered since ancient times when bees were a symbol of power, wealth, and wellbeing. Honey was chosen above all other healing substances. However, it is the bee itself that is used in Homoeopathic medicine. This remedy is used to treat patients whose […]
Allium Cepa
Allium Cepa (Allium cepa) Allium cepa is also known as red onion and can be grown anywhere. This plant has been used in folk medicine for many years. Red onion can be applied to the skin in compresses for acne, arthritis, and congestion, and used internally for worms. These days herbalists use the plant for […]
Aconite
Aconite (Aconitum napellus) This plant’s root is highly toxic, and was used as poison of the time of the ancient Greeks. If it is administered in minute doses, it produces mental and physical restlessness and tissue inflammation. For this reason, Aconite is prescribed for patients who seem distressed or fearful, who are thirsty and have […]