What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy is one of the two most widely used forms of medicine in the world today. It is a gentle, effective and safe way of treating ill-health which has been in use for over 200 years. Homeopathic treatment does not mask or cover up symptoms but instead tries to find out why the illness, mental state or imbalance first came about. The homeopathic remedies then stimulate the body's own inner healing system to work efficiently, promoting the body's natural ability to heal.
Homeopathy works on the principle of 'like cures like'. For example, coffee is a stimulant that can cause temporary insomnia but the homeopathic remedy 'coffea', made in minute, potentised (ie homeopathic) doses is used to relieve insomnia.
Homeopathic remedies are made from plant, mineral or animal sources which have undergone a process called 'potentisation'. When prescribed correctly, the remedies can stimulate the healing process present within all of us. The homeopathic remedies are small and pleasant to taste and are safe, non-addictive and non-toxic. They can be used by everyone, from babies and children to adults, including women during pregnancy.
As homeopathy is a holistic medicine - treating the whole person physically as well as emotionally, you may find that you experience a greater sense of well-being and optimism as well as raised energy levels after treatment.