How common is homeopathy?

According to the National Institute of Health, more than 6 million people in the United States use homeopathy to treat specific health conditions, and over 200 million people use homeopathy on regular basis worldwide. Homeopathy is a form of medicine based on the idea that the body can heal itself.

What are benefits of homeopathy?

Benefits of Homoeopathy

• Homoeopathy is Safe. The doses of Homoeopathic medicines are prepared in a standardized, well-controlled and hygienic environment.
• Homoeopathic Medicines are Palatable and Easy to Administer.
• Homoeopathy Cures.
• Homoeopathic Medicines are Easily Available.
• Homoeopathy for better Life-Style.

What are the basic beliefs behind homeopathy?

A basic belief behind homeopathy is “like cures like.” In other words, something that brings on symptoms in a healthy person can — in a very small dose — treat an illness with similar symptoms. This is meant to trigger the body’s natural defenses. For example, red onion makes your eyes water.

Is homeopathy scientifically proven?

For the last two decades, I have investigated homeopathy scientifically. During this period, the evidence has become more and more negative, and it is now quite clear that highly diluted homeopathic remedies are pure placebos. Two main axioms constitute the core principles of homeopathy.

What is the history of homeopathy?

Homeopathy was founded in the late 1700s in Germany and has been widely practiced throughout Europe. Homeopathic medicine views symptoms of illness as normal responses of the body as it attempts to regain health. Homeopathy is based on the idea that “like cures like.”

Should I tell my doctor about homeopathic remedies?

It is important to tell your medical doctor if you decide to use homeopathic remedies. He or she should have full knowledge of your health to help you make wise decisions about where to purchase homeopathic dilutions and what homeopathic practitioner to see.