Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a natural system of medicine which gives relief from suffering for millions of people in nearly every country in the world. It is a therapy based on the practice of treating like with like. Homeopathy is derived from the Greek word "Homoios", meaning like or similar, and is concerned with the treatment of the whole person, as an individual, rather than treating the disease alone. For this reason, people with the same disease may often be treated with different medicines.
The homeopathic principle of treating like with like is based on treating an illness with a substance that produces in a healthy person similar symptoms to those experienced by the sick person. Conventional medicine believes that symptoms are caused by the illness, whereas homeopathy sees the symptoms as the body's natural reaction in fighting the illness, and seeks to stimulate them rather than suppress them. For example, Ipecacuanha (from the root of the plant) if taken by a healthy person will cause vomiting, but if taken in tiny homeopathic doses will cure vomiting.
Homeopathic medicines contain very, very small quantities of the substances called "potencies", prepared in a special way. They are usually presented in the form of granules, tablets, or liquids, all prepared in modern laboratories, in scientific conditions to the highest quality standards. They are prepared from pure, natural animal, vegetable or mineral substances that are listed in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States. These high dilutions not only enhance their curative properties, but avoid undesirable side effects.
There are more than 2,000 homeopathic medicines. They look the same as any other medicines, although they are totally different in their preparation and action. Homeopathic medicines are completely safe with no unwanted side effects and they are non-addictive. They are safe for babies, children and the elderly.