OK, so glue ear isn’t exactly the new black when it comes to sexy diseases. We have homeopathic heroes all around the world making huge waves doing things that are much more exciting, such as homeopath extraordinaire Jeremy Sherr traipsing the backwaters of Africa treating people with Malaria and AIDS. I recently attended a very inspiring conference where Jeremy told his amazing story. Then there’s homeopath Rajan Sankaran in India, who has devised a very fascinating and innovative method to treat people with all manner of emotional and spiritual issues. … [Read more...] about Making glue ear sexy with homeopathy
Does Homeopathy Help With Hormones?
HAYWIRE HORMONES, HEALTH AND HOMEOPATHY An overview by Penny Bedggood When we think of haywire hormones we often think only of the hormones associated with the female reproductive system. Hormones affect all of the major organs of the body, however this article will concentrate mainly on the balance of oestrogen and progesterone. It will also answer the question "Does homeopathy help with hormones?" and give you some tips about homeopathy for balancing hormones used alongside nutrition. What are hormones? Hormones are chemical messengers of the body. They … [Read more...] about Does Homeopathy Help With Hormones?
Insomnia and Homeopathy
Homeopathy, Saviour of Sleep! I don’t just love homeopathy because it fixed my dreaded insomnia, but it’s just another great reason to feel very warm and fuzzy towards two of my most favourite subjects in the world; homeopathy and sleep. Who doesn’t like sleeping? Wrapped up all nice and cosy, especially on a cold winter’s night; it makes my eyelids feel all heavy just thinking about my beautiful, soft pillow and deliciously warm doona. But there was a time when the thought of some shut-eye filled me with a sensation close to dread, as for a while there I … [Read more...] about Insomnia and Homeopathy
Could Homeopathy help avert the coming Antibiotic Resistance crisis?
The History of Antibiotics Most of us would be aware of the life-saving effect antibiotics have had on literally millions of people since they were first manufactured on a wide scale in the 1940’s. It is a very recent discovery when you think about what the many previous generations would have used instead over the history of mankind. What many of us may not be aware of is that the word “antibiotic” can be applied to all kinds of different substances. In fact, Penicillin and many other conventional antibiotics are actually often derived from … [Read more...] about Could Homeopathy help avert the coming Antibiotic Resistance crisis?
Resilience Through Suffering From A Homeopathic Perspective
From Suffering to Strength with Homeopathy Nobody likes to suffer. Even before we’re born we are exposed to our mothers’ stress hormones; we startle from loud noises even whilst inside the womb and are powerless to prevent drugs, chemicals or other toxins to enter our developing bodies through the umbilical cord. From the moment we’re born into the world, suffering is inevitable. First there are sensations such as hunger, cold, heat, loneliness, fear and overstimulation when we are tiny babies. Maybe we have colic, or other digestive disturbances as our tummies … [Read more...] about Resilience Through Suffering From A Homeopathic Perspective
Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it?
Ask any homeopath if they have self-medicated at any time in their lives, and it’s highly likely they will look a little guilty and admit that, yes they have taken a homeopathic remedy or given their loved ones remedies without consulting their own homeopath. Homeopaths are a naturally curious bunch and most of us at some stage or another have explored various remedies for themselves. Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it? There is a saying that a doctor should never write his own prescriptions, so is homeopathy any different? If so, how? Is it … [Read more...] about Self-medicating in homeopathy: is there a place for it?
Homeopathy for spiritual development
Can Homeopathy be used to fast track Spiritual Development? There are people who like to collect shoes or handbags. I like to collect experiences...... well, some experiences anyway. The not so nice experiences I have kept in the further-est closet of my memory like those old, mouldy shoes you feel you can't throw out for some reason but will never actually wear. I never knew why I had this hunger for experiences until coming across homeopathy, as well as a meditation group in my mid twenties. So far between the two practices, some of my biggest … [Read more...] about Homeopathy for spiritual development
Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis?
Antibiotics and conventional medicine can help some people with sinusitis. But, and it's a big BUT, most of the time, even as many as two out of every three bouts of sinusitis may resolve on it's own, without any medical treatment. So what can you do on your own to relieve your discomfort? Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis? Humidify. Some people really find a benefit from using a humidifier in rooms where they spend a lot of time. Just make sure to follow the instructions for regular cleaning. If you use a dirty filter, you might be spraying mould … [Read more...] about Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis?
Book Review: Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance
Book Review - Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance From - The Homeopath Number 77 - Spring 2000 Author: Emlyn Thomas Reviewed by Katherine Armitage This is a beautifully produced, compact handbook full of easily accessible information. It is written by a man with years of homeopathic experience and who is himself no stranger to physical endurance, having led major expeditions to many great mountain ranges, including the Himalayas. As well as for the homeopath, and for anybody who participates in sport or dance, this book is intended for club … [Read more...] about Book Review: Homeopathy for Sports, Exercise and Dance
Homeopathy Improves Your Quality of Life
Homeopathy Improves Your Quality of Life: Revelations from recent research. “During the last 4 weeks, to what extent has your physical health or emotional problems interfered with your normal social activities with family, friends, neighbours or groups?” It’s a bit of an aspergers way of asking “How are you doing?” Obviously not the style of question you ask a friend over coffee. Not a question from the real world. It is a survey question about your quality of life, validated as part of an observational study. ‘An observational study,’ being a study where … [Read more...] about Homeopathy Improves Your Quality of Life