Why Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine that was developed in the late 18th century by German physician Samuel Hahnemann. The term "homeopathy" is derived from the Greek words hómoios (similar) and páthos (suffering), reflecting its foundational principle that "like cures like." This doctrine posits that a substance causing symptoms in a healthy person can, in very small doses, treat similar symptoms in a sick person.

Homeopathic remedies are typically prepared from natural sources such as plants, minerals, or animal products. The preparation process involves creating a "mother tincture" from the raw substance, which is then diluted multiple times. Each dilution is accompanied by vigorous shaking to enhance its supposed healing properties. These remedies can take various forms, including pellets, liquids, and creams.

Homeopathy operates on two main concepts:

Like Cures Like: This principle suggests that substances which induce symptoms in healthy individuals can be used to alleviate those same symptoms in individuals who are ill. For example, red onion, which causes watery eyes, is used in homeopathic treatments for allergies14.

Law of Minimum Dose: Homeopaths believe that the more a substance is diluted, the more potent it becomes. Remedies are often diluted to the point where they may contain no molecules of the original substance, relying on a process called potentization, which involves repeated dilution and shaking (succussion) of the solution.