What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy is based on the principle that “like cures like.” A substance that can cause an illness or a symptom can also treat the same illness when given in a minute amount in a homeopathically-prepared medicine. Homeopathic medicine requires a process of continuous dilutions and succussions (vigorous shaking) in order to be effective.

What is a constitutional remedy?

A constitutional remedy treats an individual’s “personality picture,” which involves “looks, manner, voice, speech, gestures, responses, thoughts, feelings, fears, hopes, tastes, strengths/weaknesses, disposition and temperament— as well as his common or idiosyncratic physical symptoms” according to Catherine Coulter in Nature and Human Personality.

To find a constitutional remedy, consult a homeopathic practitioner, as there are many factors to consider.

What does research about homeopathy show?

There are a large number of basic science, pre-clinical and clinical studies as well as a very large quantity of epidemiological evidence showing that homeopathy works. All the research is published and supported by CCRH and ministry of AYUSH.

Do people use homeopathy in other parts of the world?

Worldwide, approximately 500 million people use homeopathy for their healthcare. Internationally, it is practiced by hundreds of thousands of medical and naturopathic doctors.

Are homeopathic medicines regulated?

The manufacturing of homeopathic medicines is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and prepared by licensed companies like Washington Homeopathic Products using strict guidelines of the HPUS, and the current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) of the FDA.