Homeopathy 101

Homeopathy, you may have heard of it, but you may not be clear about what exactly it is.

Homeopathy ("home-ee-AH-pah-thy"), also known as homeopathic medicine is a whole medicine system, developed in Germany and practiced in North America since the early 19^th century. Homeopathy seeks to stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself by giving very small doses of highly diluted substances that in larger doses would produce illness or symptoms (an approach called “like cures like”.)

Follow the links below, provided by Natural Foods Merchandiser, to gain a clearer understanding of the practice of homeopathy. There’s a list of basics, including history and regulations, and resources, such as a homeopathic glossary and a podcast by homeopathic expert Dana Ullman that answers frequently asked user questions. Top your understanding of homeopathy off with Natural Foods Merchandiser “editor picks” articles.

Homeopathy Basics

What is homeopathy?

A brief history of homeopathy

Single vs. combination remedies

How homeopathy is regulated

Chart: Understanding homeopathic dosages

Resources

Homeopathy glossary

Homeopathy research roundup

Homeopathy resources

Podcast: Dana Ullman, Homeopathic expert answers the top 5 consumer questions

Editors’ Picks

Spotlight on: Boiron’s remedies for cramps, PMS and hot flashes

Spotlight on: Hyland’s remedies for children’s teething and allergy problems

Spotlight on: Nelsons’ homeopathic skin care line

Spotlight on: Heel’s remedies for cold and flu symptoms

Spotlight on: KingBio’s remedies for pain and stress

Popular Homeopathy Articles

Peer-reviewed research backs homeopathy

Homeopathy helps heal little ones

Manufacturers give homeopathy more consumer appeal

Homeopathic rules and regs decoded

Treating kids with homeopathy

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