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Homeopathy and Naturopathy…How do they differ?

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Since joining the Harbord Homeopathic Clinic as a homeopath in February 2021, several people have asked me if homeopathy was the same as naturopathy. My response has been that they are different modalities of Complementary and types of Alternative Medicine (CAM) but they overlap in some aspects and principles. This question has inspired me to write this blog post about integrative healthcare, CAM, naturopathy and homeopathy in detail. I've included what they encompass, when they are used, their history in Australia, as well as the number of people practicing, … [Read more...] about Homeopathy and Naturopathy…How do they differ?

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Allergies relieved with Homeopathy

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Homeopathy Highly Successful in Hay fever and other Respiratory Allergic conditions. A four year respiratory allergies trial in an Italian Integrated Medical Centre showed 75% of hay fever patients had experienced marked improvement after only 8 weeks homeopathic treatment. Many of these patients reported complete resolution of symptoms. Of note was the reduced reliance on conventional drugs and marked improvement in quality of life. Forty percent of patients with perennial respiratory allergies (eg. asthma, bronchitis, or rhinitis) showed similar levels of … [Read more...] about Allergies relieved with Homeopathy

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Homeopathy, glue ear and recurrent ear infections

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Recently I have been coming across many people asking if there is an alternative to antibiotics for ear infections and glue ear. A few years ago now, we did research on previous clients in our clinic who were treated homeopathically, to ascertain just how effective homeopathic treatment is for ear issues. This information is still just as valid today so I thought I'd re-post this blog I did on the homeopathic treatment of kids (and sometimes adults!) with recurrent ear infections and glue ear. ***** In the past couple of years we have been embarking on a … [Read more...] about Homeopathy, glue ear and recurrent ear infections

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Homeopathy for Impetigo

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Impetigo is a contagious skin complaint known as 'school sores', which is caused by staphylococcus and/or streptococcus. It might start with tender red spots around the mouth which turn into little blisters which later go crusty. In our homeopathy clinic, it's a frequently asked question: Can we use homeopathy for impetigo? Since it's such a common complaint it's a relief to know that homeopathy is commonly used to treat it. Treatment should be started as soon as it's realised that the skin problem is impetigo. The first homeopathic remedies we … [Read more...] about Homeopathy for Impetigo

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Could Homeopathy help avert the coming Antibiotic Resistance crisis?

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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?

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Is there a natural treatment for sinusitis?

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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?