In this remedy there is great strain upon the emotional centers. Recurrent shocks develop sensitivity, an aversion of personality, and confusion in the normal rhythm of the thought mechanism and indecision in action, which leads to various forms of irrational behavior.
Ignatia basically typifies irresolution throughout the mental function; a heart breaking jumble of contradictory
Homeopathy utilizes microextracts made from plants, flowers, herbs and animals in very diluted alcohol-based tinctures or pellets that are taken under the tongue. The extracts take time to work but can help alleviate health issues ranging from depression, anxiety, sadness or obsessive behaviors.Ignatia Mara is one remedy that every household could benefit from. It is often recommended by licensed homeopaths for use when a person is grieving over a death of family, friend or pet, or in times of a relationship breakup.
Especially suited to nervous temperament; women of a sensitive, easily excited nature; dark hair and skin but mild disposition, quick to perceive, rapid in execution. In striking contrast with the fair complexion, yielding, lachrymose, but slow and indecisive, Pulsatilla.
The remedy of great contradictions: the roaring in ears > by music; the piles > when walking; sore throat feels > when swallowing; empty feeling in stomach not > by eating; cough < the more he coughs; cough on standing still during a walk ([Ast. fl.]); spasmodic laughter from grief; sexual desire with impotency; thirst during a chill, no thirst during the fever; the color changes in the face when at rest.
Mental conditions rapidly, in an almost incredibly short time, change from joy to sorrow, from laughing to weeping ( Coff. , Croc. , Nux m. ); moody.
Persons mentally and physically exhausted by long-concentrated grief.
Involuntary sighing ( Lach. ); with a weak, empty feeling at pit of stomach; not > by eating ( Hydr. , Sep. ).
Bad effects of anger, grief, or disappointed love ( Cal. p. , Hyos. ); broods in solitude over imaginary trouble.
Desire to be alone.
Finely sensitive mood, delicate consciousness.
Inconstant, impatient, irresolute, quarrelsome.
Amiable in disposition if feeling well, but easily disturbed by very slight emotion; easily offended.
The slightest fault finding or contradiction excites anger, and this makes him angry with himself.
Children, when reprimanded, scolded, or sent to bed, get sick or have convulsions in sleep.
Ill effects, from bad news; from vexation with reserved displeasure; from suppressed mental sufferings; of shame and mortification ( Staph. ).
Headache, as if a nail was driven out through the side, relieved by lying on it. ( Coff. , Nux , Thuja ).
Cannot bear tobacco; smoking, or being in tobacco smoke, produces or aggravates headache.
In talking or chewing, bites inside of cheek.
Sweat on the face on a small spot only while eating.
Oversensitiveness to pain ( Coff. , Cham. ).
Constipation; from carriage riding; of a paralytic origin; with excessive urging, felt more in upper abdomen ( Ver. ); with great pain, dreads to go to the closet; in women who are habitual coffee drinkers.
Prolapsus ani from moderate straining at stool, stooping or lifting ( Nit. ac. , Pod. , Ruta ); < when the stool is loose.
Haemorrhoids: prolapse with every stool, have to be replaced; sharp stitches shoot up the rectum ( Nit. a. ); < for hours after stool ( Rat. , Sulph. ).
Twitchings, jerkings, even spasms of single limbs or whole body, when falling asleep.
Pain in small, circumscribed spots.
Fever: red face during chill ( Fer. ); chill, with thirst during chill only; > by external heat; heat without thirst, < by covering ( > by covering, Nux ).
Complaints return at precisely the same hour.
Ignatia bears the same relation to the diseases of women that Nux does to sanguine, bilious men.
There are many more Ignatia persons in North America than Nux vomica persons – Hering.
Relations. – Incompatible: Coff. , Nux , Tab.
The bad effects of Ign. are antidoted by Puls.
Aggravation. – From tobacco, coffee, brandy contact, motion, strong odors, mental emotions, grief.
Amelioration. – Warmth, hard pressure ( Cinch. ); swallowing; walking.
ind.
AILMENTS AFTER GRIEF (headache, amenorrhea, chorea, etc.).
AILMENTS AFTER ROMANTIC DISAPPOINTMENTS.
EASILY HURT FEELINGS; EASILY OFFENDED.
SIGHING, especially common in older patients, often loud sighs.
<<Desire to avoid crying giving way to sobbing.>>
<<Aversion to consolation.>>
<<Stormy relationships filled with recrimination. Jealousy.>>
<<Alternating moods>> - laughing to weeping (Puls, Merc, Croc).
HYSTERIA OR HYSTERICAL SYMPTOMS such as numbness, paresthesia, paralysis, etc.
FEAR OF BIRDS or chickens. Claustrophobia.
<<Desire for and amelioration from traveling.>>
<<Great defensiveness and touchiness.>>
<<Rude or suspicious and doubting patients.>>
General.
<<General and local complaints better when traveling.>>
<<General aggravation from eating sweets>> (Arg-N).
Paradoxical symptoms - inflamed joints which are better when pressed, sore throat better when swallowing, etc.
Aversion to tobacco smoke or smokey rooms.
Amelioration in the rain.
Nerves.
Tics, twitches, spasms especially coming after grief.
Convulsions. Petit mal. Encephalitis. Chorea.
Hysterical paralysis or anesthesia.
Head.
PERSPIRATION ONLY ON THE FACE; perspires first on face or lip.
Headaches after a grief.
Headache with pain like a nail driven into head.
Alopecia, especially after grief (Ph-Ac).
Hirsutism.
Tendency to bite tongue or inner cheeks when speaking or chewing.
LUMP IN THE THROAT.
Gastro-intestinal.
Cravings: <<Cheese.>> Fruit.
Aversion: FRUIT.
Bulimia.
Hiccoughing paroxysms.
<<Rectal spasms>>, fissure, hemorrhoids, prolapse.
Sensation of poker or a knife in rectum.
Chest.
IRRESISTIBLE PAROXYSM OF COUGH WITHOUT SIGNS OF ILLNESS.
SIGHING. Yawning.
Constriction or sensation of weight in the chest with dyspnea.
Palpitation from grief (Dig).
Extremities.
<<Back spasms, especially after a grief.>>
Arthritis.
Cramps or drawing pains.
Sleep.
Insomnia or more commonly, excessive sleepiness after grief.
<<Dreams of water>> or waves breaking over her.
Clinical.
Arthritis. Arrhythmia. Asthma. Bulimia. Chorea. Chronic fatigue syndrome. Cough. Depression. Encephalitis. Environmental illness. Globus hystericus. Headache. Hirsuitism. Hysteria or conversion reactions. Low back pain. Migraine. Obesity. Rectal cramp. Rectal fissure. Rectal prolapse. Spasm. Tics.
Relationship.
Complementary.
Nat-M. Sulph. Calc. Sep. Apis.
Inimical.
Nux V.
Comparisons.
Nux-V - Spasms, cramps and tics, sensitive to criticism, jealousy, rectal pathology, constipation.
Nat-M - Complaints from grief and disappointed love, hysteria, aversion to consolation, globus hystericus, sighing, back pains.
Chin. Caust. Calc-P. Strych. Plat. Sep.
Homeopathic Medicine and Treatment
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Homeopathic Remedies For Allergies
Homeopathic Remedies For Allergies
This homeopathic remedies will relieves the allergies problem such as;
- hay fever,
- sneezing,
- itching, including itching and burning sensation,
- water eyes,
- runny nose,
- pollen allergies,
- some of the ingredients also could relieves related to coughing and wheezing,
that may had some symptoms as following;
- severing with itching in the eyes or face
- swelling in the lips
- swelling in the tongue
- swelling in the throat
- abdominal pain
- cramps
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- hives, including hives in throat
In this homeopathic remedies, the ingredients, direction and cautions used and benefits as following;
homeopathic remedies for allergy
HayFever Fighter™ is safe and non-addictive homeopathic remedies with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) registered–a requirement for manufacturers of foods and medications to assure that medication are of the required quality.
- hay fever,
- sneezing,
- itching, including itching and burning sensation,
- water eyes,
- runny nose,
- pollen allergies,
- some of the ingredients also could relieves related to coughing and wheezing,
that may had some symptoms as following;
- severing with itching in the eyes or face
- swelling in the lips
- swelling in the tongue
- swelling in the throat
- abdominal pain
- cramps
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- hives, including hives in throat
In this homeopathic remedies, the ingredients, direction and cautions used and benefits as following;
homeopathic remedies for allergy
HayFever Fighter™ is safe and non-addictive homeopathic remedies with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) registered–a requirement for manufacturers of foods and medications to assure that medication are of the required quality.
Homeopathic Medicine For Weight Loss|Obesity Treatment
Samuel Hahnemann, who was researching malaria treatments, discovered homeopathy in the early 1800s. He used an approach similar to modern day inoculations: He gave the patient a minute amount of an herb or mineral that would--in larger doses--cause the same ailment that he was treating.
Over many years, Hahnemann found that homeopathy worked well in such minute amounts, a chemist could barely detect the powerful herb or mineral in the sugar pill that contained it.
Since that time, homeopathy has been a preferred medical approach in the U.K. and in Europe, especially among royalty. In the U.S. and Canada, homeopathy has recently gained in popularity, especially for weight loss.
Homeopathy treats symptoms rather than the specific disease. So, a homeopathic physician will ask you what makes you feel better or worse, related to your physical complaint. Once he's narrowed the symptoms to just a few, he may ask you to try one homeopathic remedy for a few days. If it doesn't help, he may add another remedy, or change your treatment altogether.
It's rarely smart to self-medicate when you are ill. And, to discover the best homeopathic remedy for your weight loss challenges, you'll get the best results if you consult a health care professional. The information in this article is not a substitute for qualified medical care.
In the field of homeopathy, several leading remedies can help with weight loss. The names of homeopathic products are usually in Latin, and often abbreviated on the label.
These are some of the more popular remedies that you can find at many pharmacies and health food stores. Most of them help your diet efforts by balancing your metabolism and general digestion.
Ferr. phos. is an all-purpose tissue salt that can help if you are feeling cranky on a diet. If you are trying to lose weight in connection with hormonal changes, such as menopause, this is a good remedy to try first.
Coffea cruda is a good choice if you're feeling "on edge" and little things bother you more than usual. Another indication for Coffea cruda is you have insomnia. Finally, this remedy may be recommended if feel flushed when others feel comfortable, yet going outside makes you feel worse, not better.
Calcarea carbonica is used in cases that are similar to Coffea cruda, with one very important exception: Calcarea carbonica is preferred if your eyelids feel stuck together when you wake up, if your nose is runny, or if you have a slight discharge from your ears. This remedy can also help if you're feeling lightheaded while dieting, but your nutritional level is good.
Calcarea carbonica is generally more popular than Coffea cruda, but it's important to be guided by your symptoms.
If a craving for sweets is your worst diet problem, Argentum nitricum or Lycopodium Clavatum can help immediately. Try one; if it doesn't work, try the other after a few hours. The homeopathic remedy Sulphur is a third choice if the other two don't help; it's one of the most popular treatments for many ailments, too.
On the other hand, if you want to snarl at the next person who asks you about your diet or reminds you not to eat too much, Antimonium crudum may be the best remedy. It's especially useful if your irritability is accompanied by flatulence or belching, you're noticing more blemishes than usual, and you crave sour foods and vinegar.
If you've been feeling anxious or especially sad lately, Ignatia Amara might be helpful. It's the first choice if you're someone who eats when nervous or agitated. If you've noticed that you're sighing a lot and don't know why, this is another indication that Ignatia can help.
Sulphuricum Acidum may help if you keep eating, even after you're full. It's especially advised if you're someone who tends to rush through everything, trying to fit more into your day.
These are just a few of the most popular homeopathic remedies
that can help when you're on a diet.
If you're confused by the wide scope of this subject, you can buy combinations of homeopathic remedies for specific purposes. There are several mixtures sold for use with diets; your health food store probably has some. Many people have success with them, although classical homeopathy insists that only one remedy is ever necessary or appropriate.
Because the active homeopathic ingredient can be one one-millionth of the sugar pill that it's in, this is one of the safest pharmaceutical areas. You can combine homeopathic treatments with traditional medicine, and many doctors do. Nearly half of all doctors in France, Holland, and the U.K. have recommended homeopathy or believe that it is an effective treatment.
The low price of many homeopathic remedies--under $5 in many cases--makes this especially attractive if you'd like help with your diet. Homeopathic remedies are available over-the-counter, since they are generally non-toxic.
However, you'll get the best results if you consult someone who has studied the thousands of homeopathic choices that are available.
Over many years, Hahnemann found that homeopathy worked well in such minute amounts, a chemist could barely detect the powerful herb or mineral in the sugar pill that contained it.
Since that time, homeopathy has been a preferred medical approach in the U.K. and in Europe, especially among royalty. In the U.S. and Canada, homeopathy has recently gained in popularity, especially for weight loss.
Homeopathy treats symptoms rather than the specific disease. So, a homeopathic physician will ask you what makes you feel better or worse, related to your physical complaint. Once he's narrowed the symptoms to just a few, he may ask you to try one homeopathic remedy for a few days. If it doesn't help, he may add another remedy, or change your treatment altogether.
It's rarely smart to self-medicate when you are ill. And, to discover the best homeopathic remedy for your weight loss challenges, you'll get the best results if you consult a health care professional. The information in this article is not a substitute for qualified medical care.
In the field of homeopathy, several leading remedies can help with weight loss. The names of homeopathic products are usually in Latin, and often abbreviated on the label.
These are some of the more popular remedies that you can find at many pharmacies and health food stores. Most of them help your diet efforts by balancing your metabolism and general digestion.
Ferr. phos. is an all-purpose tissue salt that can help if you are feeling cranky on a diet. If you are trying to lose weight in connection with hormonal changes, such as menopause, this is a good remedy to try first.
Coffea cruda is a good choice if you're feeling "on edge" and little things bother you more than usual. Another indication for Coffea cruda is you have insomnia. Finally, this remedy may be recommended if feel flushed when others feel comfortable, yet going outside makes you feel worse, not better.
Calcarea carbonica is used in cases that are similar to Coffea cruda, with one very important exception: Calcarea carbonica is preferred if your eyelids feel stuck together when you wake up, if your nose is runny, or if you have a slight discharge from your ears. This remedy can also help if you're feeling lightheaded while dieting, but your nutritional level is good.
Calcarea carbonica is generally more popular than Coffea cruda, but it's important to be guided by your symptoms.
If a craving for sweets is your worst diet problem, Argentum nitricum or Lycopodium Clavatum can help immediately. Try one; if it doesn't work, try the other after a few hours. The homeopathic remedy Sulphur is a third choice if the other two don't help; it's one of the most popular treatments for many ailments, too.
On the other hand, if you want to snarl at the next person who asks you about your diet or reminds you not to eat too much, Antimonium crudum may be the best remedy. It's especially useful if your irritability is accompanied by flatulence or belching, you're noticing more blemishes than usual, and you crave sour foods and vinegar.
If you've been feeling anxious or especially sad lately, Ignatia Amara might be helpful. It's the first choice if you're someone who eats when nervous or agitated. If you've noticed that you're sighing a lot and don't know why, this is another indication that Ignatia can help.
Sulphuricum Acidum may help if you keep eating, even after you're full. It's especially advised if you're someone who tends to rush through everything, trying to fit more into your day.
These are just a few of the most popular homeopathic remedies
that can help when you're on a diet.
If you're confused by the wide scope of this subject, you can buy combinations of homeopathic remedies for specific purposes. There are several mixtures sold for use with diets; your health food store probably has some. Many people have success with them, although classical homeopathy insists that only one remedy is ever necessary or appropriate.
Because the active homeopathic ingredient can be one one-millionth of the sugar pill that it's in, this is one of the safest pharmaceutical areas. You can combine homeopathic treatments with traditional medicine, and many doctors do. Nearly half of all doctors in France, Holland, and the U.K. have recommended homeopathy or believe that it is an effective treatment.
The low price of many homeopathic remedies--under $5 in many cases--makes this especially attractive if you'd like help with your diet. Homeopathic remedies are available over-the-counter, since they are generally non-toxic.
However, you'll get the best results if you consult someone who has studied the thousands of homeopathic choices that are available.
Obesity is fast becoming a major cause of disease and death like cigarette smoking. Almost 25% of Americans are obese. The other countries are also showing increase in obese people. In India there is overall increase in number of obese people but especially it is more common in northern parts of India.
Weight gain after pregnancy has become very common these days. Apart from physiological reasons, this weight gain may be due to thyroid dysfunciton, birth control pills, stress and so on. Stress releases some hormones in the body which lead to weight gain. Sometimes, allopathic drugs such as anti depressants and anti psychotic drugs are given for depression after pregnancy, which can lead to further weight gain.
There are a lot of treatment options and remedies available in the market for obesity. But almost all of them are associated with serious side effects and toxicity except homeopathy. And mind you side effects of drugs kills more people in United States than road accidents.
In homeopathy there are 189 remedies for obesity. The choice of remedy depends upon the complete case history of the patient. This is very unique to homeopathy. A remedy is tailormade for a particular patient not like other therapies where all are given the same drug may be having different trade names. This is the reason that homeopathy is free from side effects whereas other therapies have toxic effects on a person.
For example, Fucus vesiculosus is chose by a homeopath when the patient also has thyroid problem and is constipated. It is also helpful in burning up the fat tissues. Phytolacca berry is chosen when we have to increase the metabolic rate. A homeopath may choose Calcarea carbonicum if the patient is fair, fatty and flabby with depression and constipation. So, in homeopathy the choice of remedy depends upon the complete symptomatology of the patient.
In my medical practice I use the homeopathic program for obesity or weight management given by Dr. Richard Clement, MD, with some changes to suit my individual patients. This program consists of 4 Cs - Change, Control, Cleanse, Caloric Reduction.
Change: Use smaller plates, eat with the non dominant hand i.e. if you are a right-handed person you should eat with left hand and vice versa, do not read or watch TV while eating, chew every bite twenty times.
Control: The right homeopathic remedy with a help of a professional homeopath to control obesity.
Cleanse: Drink lots of water. Exercise atleast 45 minutes daily; any type of exercise would do; it may be walking, jogging, playing a sport, anything. Your homeopath may add homeopathic remedies for liver and kidney elimination. All the above mobilize the accumulated toxic substances in the body to be washed away.
Caloric Reduction: Eat lots of green leafy vegetables and fruits with high fibre content and low calories and sugar.
The above obesity treatment program has given me amazing results in patients who are committed and follow the instructions and remedies given.
Thus, homeopathy offers a safe, long lasting and holistic solution for fat loss in obese people. The remedies are composed of natural elements in minuscule doses with absolutely no side effects. In dealing with the problem, it goes to the very root of it, is gentle on the body and takes into account the emotional and psychological aspects of a patient.
International research shows that homeopathic medicines are extremely effective in reducing weight and offer fast weight loss as they help to burn calories faster by speeding up the metabolic rate.
As most people are now aware, losing weight is no longer about looking good but being healthy. Homeopathy helps in doing so safely, surely and systematically so that the weight that comes off stays off.
For online homeopathic treatment of obesity or weight loss program, you may fill in the consultation form at
What is Obesity?
You will gain weight if you consume more calories than you burn.
An overweight or obese adult is determined by body mass index (BMI) which is defined as follows: Weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters or as weight in pounds multiplied by 705 and then divided twice by height in inches.
A BMI of between 25 and 29.9 indicates that an individual is overweight, whereas an obese adult has a BMI of 30 or higher.
Another way to determine obesity is that if you are weighing 20% more than your ideal body weight, you are considered obese or overweight. Your ideal weight is based on age and gender.
Causes of Obesity
* Poor diet.
* Diabetes.
* Thyroid disorders.
* Heredity.
* Insufficient exercise.
* Sedantary lifestyle like watching TV.
* Smoking.
* Drinking alcohol.
* Certain drugs like estrogens, progestins, insulin and steroids have weight gain as their side effect.
Dangers of Obesity
* Enlargement of liver due to high fat content.
* Extra weight puts a lot of pressure on heart and peripheral vascular system and usually lead to high blood pressure and heart disease.
* Type 2 diabetes mellitus can be triggered by even moderate rise in fat.
* Colorectal cancer and breast cancer has been associated with obese people.
* Respiratory problems are also aggravated by excessive weight gain.
Consult a Doctor if
* your obesity is associated with menstrual troubles, drop in libido or male pattern hair distribution.
Diet, Nutrition & Prevention
* One should eat 3 or 4 moderate meals per day and day meal should be the main because if the dinner is heavy it would be less easily absorbed and digested.
* Diets are actually not recommended because then you have to fast or deprive yourself which would eventually make you unhealthy and you would gain more weight than before afterwards.
* You must not reward yourself with food.
* High-fibre and low-fat diet is recommended. It should be a balanced diet with complex carbohydrates such as pasta and potatoes, chicken, fish, plenty of vegetables and fruits.
* Sedantary habits like watching TV should be abandoned.
* Start playing some sport or have some regular exercise routine.
* Drink lots of water atleast 10 glasses per day instead of soft drinks and juices.
* Stop smoking because it affects the storge of fat leading to more deposition in the waist area.
* Alcohol should be moderate.
Home Remedies for Obesity
Weight gain after pregnancy has become very common these days. Apart from physiological reasons, this weight gain may be due to thyroid dysfunciton, birth control pills, stress and so on. Stress releases some hormones in the body which lead to weight gain. Sometimes, allopathic drugs such as anti depressants and anti psychotic drugs are given for depression after pregnancy, which can lead to further weight gain.
There are a lot of treatment options and remedies available in the market for obesity. But almost all of them are associated with serious side effects and toxicity except homeopathy. And mind you side effects of drugs kills more people in United States than road accidents.
In homeopathy there are 189 remedies for obesity. The choice of remedy depends upon the complete case history of the patient. This is very unique to homeopathy. A remedy is tailormade for a particular patient not like other therapies where all are given the same drug may be having different trade names. This is the reason that homeopathy is free from side effects whereas other therapies have toxic effects on a person.
For example, Fucus vesiculosus is chose by a homeopath when the patient also has thyroid problem and is constipated. It is also helpful in burning up the fat tissues. Phytolacca berry is chosen when we have to increase the metabolic rate. A homeopath may choose Calcarea carbonicum if the patient is fair, fatty and flabby with depression and constipation. So, in homeopathy the choice of remedy depends upon the complete symptomatology of the patient.
In my medical practice I use the homeopathic program for obesity or weight management given by Dr. Richard Clement, MD, with some changes to suit my individual patients. This program consists of 4 Cs - Change, Control, Cleanse, Caloric Reduction.
Change: Use smaller plates, eat with the non dominant hand i.e. if you are a right-handed person you should eat with left hand and vice versa, do not read or watch TV while eating, chew every bite twenty times.
Control: The right homeopathic remedy with a help of a professional homeopath to control obesity.
Cleanse: Drink lots of water. Exercise atleast 45 minutes daily; any type of exercise would do; it may be walking, jogging, playing a sport, anything. Your homeopath may add homeopathic remedies for liver and kidney elimination. All the above mobilize the accumulated toxic substances in the body to be washed away.
Caloric Reduction: Eat lots of green leafy vegetables and fruits with high fibre content and low calories and sugar.
The above obesity treatment program has given me amazing results in patients who are committed and follow the instructions and remedies given.
Thus, homeopathy offers a safe, long lasting and holistic solution for fat loss in obese people. The remedies are composed of natural elements in minuscule doses with absolutely no side effects. In dealing with the problem, it goes to the very root of it, is gentle on the body and takes into account the emotional and psychological aspects of a patient.
International research shows that homeopathic medicines are extremely effective in reducing weight and offer fast weight loss as they help to burn calories faster by speeding up the metabolic rate.
As most people are now aware, losing weight is no longer about looking good but being healthy. Homeopathy helps in doing so safely, surely and systematically so that the weight that comes off stays off.
For online homeopathic treatment of obesity or weight loss program, you may fill in the consultation form at
What is Obesity?
You will gain weight if you consume more calories than you burn.
An overweight or obese adult is determined by body mass index (BMI) which is defined as follows: Weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters or as weight in pounds multiplied by 705 and then divided twice by height in inches.
A BMI of between 25 and 29.9 indicates that an individual is overweight, whereas an obese adult has a BMI of 30 or higher.
Another way to determine obesity is that if you are weighing 20% more than your ideal body weight, you are considered obese or overweight. Your ideal weight is based on age and gender.
Causes of Obesity
* Poor diet.
* Diabetes.
* Thyroid disorders.
* Heredity.
* Insufficient exercise.
* Sedantary lifestyle like watching TV.
* Smoking.
* Drinking alcohol.
* Certain drugs like estrogens, progestins, insulin and steroids have weight gain as their side effect.
Dangers of Obesity
* Enlargement of liver due to high fat content.
* Extra weight puts a lot of pressure on heart and peripheral vascular system and usually lead to high blood pressure and heart disease.
* Type 2 diabetes mellitus can be triggered by even moderate rise in fat.
* Colorectal cancer and breast cancer has been associated with obese people.
* Respiratory problems are also aggravated by excessive weight gain.
Consult a Doctor if
* your obesity is associated with menstrual troubles, drop in libido or male pattern hair distribution.
Diet, Nutrition & Prevention
* One should eat 3 or 4 moderate meals per day and day meal should be the main because if the dinner is heavy it would be less easily absorbed and digested.
* Diets are actually not recommended because then you have to fast or deprive yourself which would eventually make you unhealthy and you would gain more weight than before afterwards.
* You must not reward yourself with food.
* High-fibre and low-fat diet is recommended. It should be a balanced diet with complex carbohydrates such as pasta and potatoes, chicken, fish, plenty of vegetables and fruits.
* Sedantary habits like watching TV should be abandoned.
* Start playing some sport or have some regular exercise routine.
* Drink lots of water atleast 10 glasses per day instead of soft drinks and juices.
* Stop smoking because it affects the storge of fat leading to more deposition in the waist area.
* Alcohol should be moderate.
Home Remedies for Obesity
* Craving for sweets can be reduced by having 1 to 2 tsp of brewer's yeast or some dandlion.
* You can increase your metabolism with Bee pollen or a dash of cayenne (Capsicum frutescens).
Homeopathic Remedies For Eczema
eczema is a mysterious condition. Although not particularly difficult to diagnose, there is no known cure for eczema. It is thought to be hereditary, but stress can bring on outbreaks and food and seasonal allergies are known to exacerbate the symptoms. With so many unanswered questions it is perhaps surprising that most doctors turn to the same treatment: Steroid or cortisone cream of various potency.
This essay will discuss some of the homeopathic, herbal and folk remedies for eczema. Always avoid treatments that may conflict with medicines you are currently talking and when in doubt consult your physician. You should also be aware that outbursts can be brought on by allergic reactions to food or seasonal allergies and reducing or managing your stress level may help keep the condition at bay.
Many remedies attempt to alleviate the symptoms of eczema, but don’t profess to actually cure the problem. You may want to approach the condition holistically, which would entail changing your lifestyle, dietary habits, and incorporating stress-reducing techniques like meditation or yoga into your life.
There’s no lack of opinions for those wanting temporary relief from the itchy, scratchy, flaky skin associated with eczema. These symptoms have persisted throughout the ages and nearly every folk tradition offers some form of treatment. It’s important to use common sense whether you choose to rub a nutmeg paste onto your arm, employ ultraviolet light or modern urine therapy, or simply use steroid creams. Be careful around your eyes and always research the side effects of whatever treatment you wish to use. Cortisone creams, for example, often thin skin tissues and may bleach the affected area white as well as having other side effects.
Witch Hazel has been used to treat inflamed skin conditions in the past, though it may be too harsh for many cases of eczema. Some people report success in keeping symptoms at bay by applying Crisco or even animal fat on the afflicted area. Many non-steroid topical creams such as Noxema and Suave skin conditioners have been used to treat the dry skin associated with the condition, but lotions that use urea are said to work much better. The most-popular over-the-counter lotions are Eucerin and Nutradern Therapeutic Lotion.
It is often preferable to try to address eczema from the inside out, examining nutritional deficiencies, poor lifestyle choices or other possible causes. Although it may be possible to treat your skin condition directly, unless you can find the root of your problem topical treatments will mostly be effective only for flare-ups.
There is some evidence to suggest Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in a variety of sources including certain fish oils, flaxseed oil and borage oil, can help clear up eczema. These oils can be digested directly in the foods in which they naturally occur – salmon, flax seed, etc… -- or ingested as a dietary supplement, in pill or gel form.
Codfish liver oil is particularly high in the Omega-3 amino acids, and Carlson’s Norwegian Cod Liver Oil is perhaps the most popular version available. Flaxseeds can be purchased at most health food stores and ground down for easier digestion. Evening primrose oil likewise has been successful in treating eczema in some patients.
Other herbs regularly taken by eczema suffers include chaparral, dandelion, kelp, red clover and yellow dock. Sulfur, found in keratin, is said to strengthen skin and sulfur baths have been used through the ages as a treatment in controlling blighted skin. Oolong tea has also been used successfully, and detoxicants and antioxidants such as green tea or kombucha tea are suggested for those who fear that they may be suffering allergies to persistent toxins in their environment.
There is some research to support that probiotic bacteria promotes a healthy immune system
and may help quell symptoms of eczema. Probiotic bacteria are helpful bacteria found in some yogurts. Other remedies that enhance the immune system may also reduce the effects of eczema, and daily vitamin supplements containing Vitamin A, Vitamin B Complex, Biotin and Zinc should help promote healthy skin and enhance your immune system.
Topically applied herbal remedies for eczema include burdock root, German chamomile and goldenrod for inflammation of the area and Roman chamomile to alleviate discomfort. Other topical solutions including using a small amount of Vitamin E on the area or soothing the irritated skin with Jojoba oil. As mentioned earlier, always be careful around your eyes and never try to moisturize your eyelids.
Eczema (clinically called dermatitis) can drive you crazy. The itch can start up at any time, interrupting your dealings with other people and even your sleep. Its unattractive appearance on the face or other exposed parts of the body can make one want to hide. What’s worse is that its cause is unknown and there is no known medical cure. The standard relief available is the use of moisturizing lotions and creams and the temporary use of steroids which may cause one to feel even worse when it is discontinued.
Other forms of itching (pruritis) may result from ingesting food or drugs that aggravate the skin, or from serious illnesses such as leukemia.
Here are some of the common forms of eczema:
CONTACT – swelling, red itchy bumps as a result of exposure to metal ( e.g. jewelry) or chemicals. Even eliminating the sources may leave the skin aggravated for several weeks afterward.
ATOPIC – red, itching, oozing, crusty bumps which may appear on any part of the body. Cold weather, humidity, wool, perspiration, or emotional stress may aggravate it.
SEBORRHEIC – itchy, crusty bumps and scales appear on face and scalp. Infant cradle cap is this type of eczema.
Nummular – the eruption appears in the shape of round coins filled with itchy little blisters and scales. Often the dry skin of middle age is susceptible to this form.
Localized scratch dermatitis – can appear anywhere on the body. At first there is no eruption, just itchiness. Scratching results in darkened oval patches on the skin. The cause is almost certainly psychological.
The following are not considered to be eczema, although they are common and can be just as uncomfortable.
Dermatitis herpetiformis – the very itchy blisters appear to result from a sensitivity to gluten ( found in wheat, rye, barley) and/or to dairy products and possibly other foods such as citrus.
Drug reactions – many chemical drugs, because they irritate the liver, will cause itchy skin eruptions.
Fortunately, there are measures you can safely take to relieve your eczema and your otherwise itchy skin. With homeopathy you may even eliminate it entirely.
The Role of Nutrition
No matter what sort of itchy skin you have, you can improve your health with a diet that emphasizes vegetables, fruit, and plenty of water. In addition, the following supplements will support your immune system:
• Vitamin B complex- promotes circulation and healthy skin
• Essential Fatty Acids – Omega 3, 6, 9 – provide lubrication and help the skin retain water
• Vitamin C – inhibits inflammation
• Coenzyme Q10 – removes toxins and boosts energy
• Acidophilus – controls an overgrowth of yeasts which can cause your skin to itch
Homeopathic Medicine for Eczema
Because you are a unique individual, your eczema will likely be different from that of another sufferer. Some people feel they have to scratch until their skin bleeds; other people experience cracking skin that oozes a clear or yellow fluid. Some people have solid little bumps; others have vesicles filled with fluid and yet others develop crusts and scabs. Where the eczema appears on your body will also be individual. Some people only experience it on their arms and legs; others have it around their ears, and on their necks, backs, and buttocks. How you respond to the eczema, its appearance, its location on your body, and the type of discomfort you feel when you scratch are important in determining the correct homeopathic remedy.
In addition, your homeopath will ask you about your responses to weather, your sleep patterns, and your food aversions. He or she will also want to know about any traumatic events you may have experienced. The remedy chosen will not only relieve your itchy skin, but give you an overall feeling of well-being.
This essay will discuss some of the homeopathic, herbal and folk remedies for eczema. Always avoid treatments that may conflict with medicines you are currently talking and when in doubt consult your physician. You should also be aware that outbursts can be brought on by allergic reactions to food or seasonal allergies and reducing or managing your stress level may help keep the condition at bay.
Many remedies attempt to alleviate the symptoms of eczema, but don’t profess to actually cure the problem. You may want to approach the condition holistically, which would entail changing your lifestyle, dietary habits, and incorporating stress-reducing techniques like meditation or yoga into your life.
There’s no lack of opinions for those wanting temporary relief from the itchy, scratchy, flaky skin associated with eczema. These symptoms have persisted throughout the ages and nearly every folk tradition offers some form of treatment. It’s important to use common sense whether you choose to rub a nutmeg paste onto your arm, employ ultraviolet light or modern urine therapy, or simply use steroid creams. Be careful around your eyes and always research the side effects of whatever treatment you wish to use. Cortisone creams, for example, often thin skin tissues and may bleach the affected area white as well as having other side effects.
Witch Hazel has been used to treat inflamed skin conditions in the past, though it may be too harsh for many cases of eczema. Some people report success in keeping symptoms at bay by applying Crisco or even animal fat on the afflicted area. Many non-steroid topical creams such as Noxema and Suave skin conditioners have been used to treat the dry skin associated with the condition, but lotions that use urea are said to work much better. The most-popular over-the-counter lotions are Eucerin and Nutradern Therapeutic Lotion.
It is often preferable to try to address eczema from the inside out, examining nutritional deficiencies, poor lifestyle choices or other possible causes. Although it may be possible to treat your skin condition directly, unless you can find the root of your problem topical treatments will mostly be effective only for flare-ups.
There is some evidence to suggest Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in a variety of sources including certain fish oils, flaxseed oil and borage oil, can help clear up eczema. These oils can be digested directly in the foods in which they naturally occur – salmon, flax seed, etc… -- or ingested as a dietary supplement, in pill or gel form.
Codfish liver oil is particularly high in the Omega-3 amino acids, and Carlson’s Norwegian Cod Liver Oil is perhaps the most popular version available. Flaxseeds can be purchased at most health food stores and ground down for easier digestion. Evening primrose oil likewise has been successful in treating eczema in some patients.
Other herbs regularly taken by eczema suffers include chaparral, dandelion, kelp, red clover and yellow dock. Sulfur, found in keratin, is said to strengthen skin and sulfur baths have been used through the ages as a treatment in controlling blighted skin. Oolong tea has also been used successfully, and detoxicants and antioxidants such as green tea or kombucha tea are suggested for those who fear that they may be suffering allergies to persistent toxins in their environment.
There is some research to support that probiotic bacteria promotes a healthy immune system
and may help quell symptoms of eczema. Probiotic bacteria are helpful bacteria found in some yogurts. Other remedies that enhance the immune system may also reduce the effects of eczema, and daily vitamin supplements containing Vitamin A, Vitamin B Complex, Biotin and Zinc should help promote healthy skin and enhance your immune system.
Topically applied herbal remedies for eczema include burdock root, German chamomile and goldenrod for inflammation of the area and Roman chamomile to alleviate discomfort. Other topical solutions including using a small amount of Vitamin E on the area or soothing the irritated skin with Jojoba oil. As mentioned earlier, always be careful around your eyes and never try to moisturize your eyelids.
Eczema (clinically called dermatitis) can drive you crazy. The itch can start up at any time, interrupting your dealings with other people and even your sleep. Its unattractive appearance on the face or other exposed parts of the body can make one want to hide. What’s worse is that its cause is unknown and there is no known medical cure. The standard relief available is the use of moisturizing lotions and creams and the temporary use of steroids which may cause one to feel even worse when it is discontinued.
Other forms of itching (pruritis) may result from ingesting food or drugs that aggravate the skin, or from serious illnesses such as leukemia.
Here are some of the common forms of eczema:
CONTACT – swelling, red itchy bumps as a result of exposure to metal ( e.g. jewelry) or chemicals. Even eliminating the sources may leave the skin aggravated for several weeks afterward.
ATOPIC – red, itching, oozing, crusty bumps which may appear on any part of the body. Cold weather, humidity, wool, perspiration, or emotional stress may aggravate it.
SEBORRHEIC – itchy, crusty bumps and scales appear on face and scalp. Infant cradle cap is this type of eczema.
Nummular – the eruption appears in the shape of round coins filled with itchy little blisters and scales. Often the dry skin of middle age is susceptible to this form.
Localized scratch dermatitis – can appear anywhere on the body. At first there is no eruption, just itchiness. Scratching results in darkened oval patches on the skin. The cause is almost certainly psychological.
The following are not considered to be eczema, although they are common and can be just as uncomfortable.
Dermatitis herpetiformis – the very itchy blisters appear to result from a sensitivity to gluten ( found in wheat, rye, barley) and/or to dairy products and possibly other foods such as citrus.
Drug reactions – many chemical drugs, because they irritate the liver, will cause itchy skin eruptions.
Fortunately, there are measures you can safely take to relieve your eczema and your otherwise itchy skin. With homeopathy you may even eliminate it entirely.
The Role of Nutrition
No matter what sort of itchy skin you have, you can improve your health with a diet that emphasizes vegetables, fruit, and plenty of water. In addition, the following supplements will support your immune system:
• Vitamin B complex- promotes circulation and healthy skin
• Essential Fatty Acids – Omega 3, 6, 9 – provide lubrication and help the skin retain water
• Vitamin C – inhibits inflammation
• Coenzyme Q10 – removes toxins and boosts energy
• Acidophilus – controls an overgrowth of yeasts which can cause your skin to itch
Homeopathic Medicine for Eczema
Because you are a unique individual, your eczema will likely be different from that of another sufferer. Some people feel they have to scratch until their skin bleeds; other people experience cracking skin that oozes a clear or yellow fluid. Some people have solid little bumps; others have vesicles filled with fluid and yet others develop crusts and scabs. Where the eczema appears on your body will also be individual. Some people only experience it on their arms and legs; others have it around their ears, and on their necks, backs, and buttocks. How you respond to the eczema, its appearance, its location on your body, and the type of discomfort you feel when you scratch are important in determining the correct homeopathic remedy.
In addition, your homeopath will ask you about your responses to weather, your sleep patterns, and your food aversions. He or she will also want to know about any traumatic events you may have experienced. The remedy chosen will not only relieve your itchy skin, but give you an overall feeling of well-being.
Homeopathic Medicine For Premature Ejaculation|Sex Problems
Homeopathic remedies are often useful for treating a variety of sexual problems. Homeopathic remedies work differently than medications do. They can address various symptoms even if you don't know the cause of the
symptoms. And they can be used to address symptoms that may be uncomfortable or bothersome but that are not actually a medical problem, such as painful erections that occur while you are sleeping. That's not a problem a doctor will be likely to be able to do anything about, as it's not a medical problem. But if you experience it, you probably wish it would go away.
Homeopathy is based on something called the Law of Similars. Very small amounts of substances that actually cause the symptoms of a condition are used to improve or cure those same symptoms. Homeopathic remedies are safe to use even if you are on other medications or have heath problems. Because they contain very small amounts of the "active ingredients," it will not cause any problems. And yet, they are often very effective.
You can buy homeopathic remedies at most health food stores. You can even find them at some pharmacies. Of course, you can order them online, too. They are usually fairly reasonably priced.
Consider your symptoms carefully and take three pellets of the appropriate remedy every day for 20 days. Then re-evaluate. You can continue using the remedy if it's helping, but you may be over the problem and not need to continue taking the remedy any more. If you use a remedy for 20 days and it's not helping by then, you may need to try a different remedy or talk to your doctor about the problem.
Excessive sexual desire - PLATINUM METALLICUM 9 C
Fear of sex - PULSATILLA 9 C
Impotence (inability to get an erection) - CALADIUM SEGUINUM 9 C
Lack of sexual desire - ONOSMODIUM VIRGINIANUM 9 C
Lack of pleasure from sex - CALADIUM SEGUINUM 9 C
Painful ejaculation - CAUSTICUM ANNUUM 9 C
Painful erections while sleeping - CANTHARIS 9 C
Premature ejaculation - SELENIUM 9 C
Spontaneous ejaculation during sleep (wet dreams) - PICRICUM ACIDUM 9 C
Vaginal dryness that causes pain or discomfort during intercourse - LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM 9 C
Homeopathic Remedies for Depression
Homeopathic Remedies for Depression
Homeopathic remedies for depression have become quite popular over the last years due to intense Internet advertising. More and more people suffering from chronic disease turn to alternative treatments in order to reduce the number and the intensity of adverse reactions specific to traditional medication. The use of homeopathy for depression treatment is not new, yet it requires great care and close monitoring from a specialist.
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The multitude of remedies creates confusion!
If you read online materials about homeopathic remedies for depression, you will be overwhelmed and confused by the multitude of possibilities. Use Internet resources for information only, but do not start to self-medicate based on what you read on one website or another.
Depression like any other illness may be improved by using some homeopathic products, but the active substances and the combination of ingredients have to be selected precisely for your case. Therefore, the advise or recommendations of a homeopath are crucial. Do not self-treat!
Homeopathic Remedies for Depression – Base of Treatment
Homeopathic remedies for depression can only be prescribed after a careful analysis of your condition. You may have to show a copy of your medical file to the homeopath, and discuss all the details of the depression diagnosis.
You’ll then be prescribed the remedy that best matches your situation, depending on the symptoms you experience. Two people suffering from depression may get totally different homeopathic supplements.
Precautions Before Trying Out a Homeopathic Remedy for Depression
There are sometimes dietary restrictions when using homeopathic supplements. In some cases the patient is not allowed to consume spices, garlic, onion or milk. It all depends on the active ingredients in the compounds you use.
Discuss all such details with the homeopath and also mention all the conventional drugs that you are using so as to anticipate and eliminate any risk of medical interactions.
As for efficiency, it takes time for alternative treatments to improve a patient’s condition, although individuality matters a great deal here. Remember that homeopathy offers a solution for symptoms, and homeopathic remedies for depression are only a form of support for the overall therapy.
Homeopathic Remedies Anxiety
Short periods of anxiety are experienced by almost everyone, but some individuals are more inclined to be troubled with this problem.
A sensation of discomfort or apprehension is experienced (both emotional and physical) and, although the person may be aware of a reason for feeling insecure or worried, the cause is sometimes difficult to identify. Some individuals experience “panic attacks”—very distressing episodes accompanied by breathing problems, palpitations, and intense (but temporary) feelings of both agitation and helplessness. Homoeopathic remedies can often help to soothe anxiety and bring a person’s system into better balance.
For dosage information, please read the information at the end of this section. See also “Using Homoeopathy With Professional Guidance” in What Is Homoeopathy?
Aconitum napellus: A panic attack that comes on suddenly with very strong fear (even fear of death) may indicate this remedy. A state of immense anxiety may be accompanied by strong palpitations, shortness of breath, and flushing of the face. Sometimes a shaking experience will be the underlying cause. Strong feelings of anxiety may also occur when a person is just beginning to come down with a flu or cold.
Argentum nitricum: This remedy can be helpful when anxiety develops before a big event: an examination, an important interview, a public appearance or social engagement. Dizziness and diarrhoea may also be experienced. People who need this remedy are often enthusiastic and suggestible, with a tendency toward peculiar thoughts and impulses. They often crave sweets and salt (which usually make their symptoms worse).
Arsenicum album: People who are deeply anxious about their health, and extremely concerned with order and security, often benefit from this remedy. Obsessive about small details and very neat, they may feel a desperate need to be in control of everything. Panic attacks often occur around midnight or the very early hours of the morning. The person may feel exhausted yet still be restless—fidgeting, pacing, and anxiously moving from place to place. These people may also have digestive problems or asthma attacks accompanied by anxiety.
Calcarea carbonica: This remedy is usually indicated for dependable, solid people who become overwhelmed from physical illness or too much work and start to fear a breakdown. Their thoughts can be muddled and confused when tired, which adds to the anxiety. Worry and bad news may agitate them, and a nagging dread of disaster (to themselves or others) may develop. Fear of heights and claustrophobia are also common. A person who needs this remedy is often chilly and sluggish, has a craving for sweets, and is easily fatigued.
Gelsemium: Feelings of weakness, trembling, and mental dullness (being “paralyzed by fear”) suggest a need for this remedy. It is often helpful when a person has stage-fright about a public performance or interview, or feels anxious before a test, a visit to the dentist, or any stressful event. Chills, perspiration, diarrhoea, and headaches will often occur with nervousness. Fear of crowds, a fear of falling, and even a fear that the heart might stop are other indications for Gelsemium.
Ignatia amara: A sensitive person who is anxious because of grief, loss, disappointment, criticism, loneliness (or any stressful emotional experience) may benefit from this remedy. A defensive attitude, frequent sighing, and mood swings are other indications. The person may burst unexpectedly into either tears or laughter. Headaches that feel like a nail driven into the side of the head, and cramping pains in the abdomen or back, are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Kali phosphoricum: When a person has been exhausted by overwork or illness and feels a deep anxiety and inability to cope, this remedy may help. The person is jumpy and oversensitive, and may be startled by ordinary sounds. Hearing unpleasant news or thinking of world events can aggravate the problems. Insomnia and an inability to concentrate may develop, increasing the sense of nervous dread. Eating, warmth, and rest often bring relief. Headaches, backaches, and nervous digestive upsets are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Lycopodium: Individuals likely to respond to this remedy feel anxiety from mental stress and suffer from a lack of confidence. They can be self-conscious and feel intimidated by people they perceive as powerful (yet may also swagger or be domineering toward those with whom they feel more comfortable). Taking on responsibility can cause a deep anxiety and fear of failure, although the person usually does well, once started on a task. Claustrophobia, irritability, digestive upsets with wind and bloating, and a craving for sweets are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Natrum muriaticum: Deep emotions and a self-protective shyness can make these people seem reserved, aloof, and private. Even when feeling lonely, they tend to stay away from social situations, not knowing what to say or do. (Inhibitions sometimes leave completely if they turn to alcohol, which makes them feel embarrassed afterwards.) Easily hurt and offended, they can brood, bear grudges, dwell on unhappy feelings, and isolate themselves—refusing consolation even when they want it. However, they are often sympathetic listeners to other people’s problems. Claustrophobia, anxiety at night (with fears of robbers or intruders), migraines, and insomnia are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Phosphorus: People who need this remedy are openhearted, imaginative, excitable, easily startled, and full of intense and vivid fears. Strong anxiety can be triggered by thinking of almost anything. Nervous and sensitive to others, they can overextend themselves with sympathy to the point of feeling exhausted and “spaced out” or even getting ill. They want a lot of company and reassurance, often feeling better from conversation or a back-rub. Easy flushing of the face, palpitations, thirst, and a strong desire for cold, refreshing foods are other indications for Phosphorus.
Pulsatilla: People who need this remedy often express anxiety as insecurity and clinginess, with a need for constant support and comforting. The person may be moody, tearful, whiny, even emotionally childish. (Pulsatilla is a very useful remedy for children.) Getting too warm or being in a stuffy room often increases anxiety. Fresh air and gentle exercise often bring relief. Anxiety around the time of hormonal changes (puberty, menstrual periods, or menopause) often is helped with Pulsatilla.
Silicea (also called Silica): People who need this remedy are capable and serious, yet are also nervous, shy, and subject to bouts of temporary loss of confidence. Anxiety can be extreme when they are faced with a public appearance, interview, examination, or any new job or task. Worry and overwork can bring on headaches, difficulty concentrating, and states of exhaustion, oversensitivity, and dread. Responsible and diligent, they often overreact and devote attention to tiny details—making their worries (and their work) more difficult. They often have low stamina and come down with colds, sore throats, or other illnesses after working hard or being under stress.
Argentum nitricum: This remedy can be helpful when anxiety develops before a big event: an examination, an important interview, a public appearance or social engagement. Dizziness and diarrhoea may also be experienced. People who need this remedy are often enthusiastic and suggestible, with a tendency toward peculiar thoughts and impulses. They often crave sweets and salt (which usually make their symptoms worse).
Arsenicum album: People who are deeply anxious about their health, and extremely concerned with order and security, often benefit from this remedy. Obsessive about small details and very neat, they may feel a desperate need to be in control of everything. Panic attacks often occur around midnight or the very early hours of the morning. The person may feel exhausted yet still be restless—fidgeting, pacing, and anxiously moving from place to place. These people may also have digestive problems or asthma attacks accompanied by anxiety.
Calcarea carbonica: This remedy is usually indicated for dependable, solid people who become overwhelmed from physical illness or too much work and start to fear a breakdown. Their thoughts can be muddled and confused when tired, which adds to the anxiety. Worry and bad news may agitate them, and a nagging dread of disaster (to themselves or others) may develop. Fear of heights and claustrophobia are also common. A person who needs this remedy is often chilly and sluggish, has a craving for sweets, and is easily fatigued.
Gelsemium: Feelings of weakness, trembling, and mental dullness (being “paralyzed by fear”) suggest a need for this remedy. It is often helpful when a person has stage-fright about a public performance or interview, or feels anxious before a test, a visit to the dentist, or any stressful event. Chills, perspiration, diarrhoea, and headaches will often occur with nervousness. Fear of crowds, a fear of falling, and even a fear that the heart might stop are other indications for Gelsemium.
Ignatia amara: A sensitive person who is anxious because of grief, loss, disappointment, criticism, loneliness (or any stressful emotional experience) may benefit from this remedy. A defensive attitude, frequent sighing, and mood swings are other indications. The person may burst unexpectedly into either tears or laughter. Headaches that feel like a nail driven into the side of the head, and cramping pains in the abdomen or back, are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Kali phosphoricum: When a person has been exhausted by overwork or illness and feels a deep anxiety and inability to cope, this remedy may help. The person is jumpy and oversensitive, and may be startled by ordinary sounds. Hearing unpleasant news or thinking of world events can aggravate the problems. Insomnia and an inability to concentrate may develop, increasing the sense of nervous dread. Eating, warmth, and rest often bring relief. Headaches, backaches, and nervous digestive upsets are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Lycopodium: Individuals likely to respond to this remedy feel anxiety from mental stress and suffer from a lack of confidence. They can be self-conscious and feel intimidated by people they perceive as powerful (yet may also swagger or be domineering toward those with whom they feel more comfortable). Taking on responsibility can cause a deep anxiety and fear of failure, although the person usually does well, once started on a task. Claustrophobia, irritability, digestive upsets with wind and bloating, and a craving for sweets are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Natrum muriaticum: Deep emotions and a self-protective shyness can make these people seem reserved, aloof, and private. Even when feeling lonely, they tend to stay away from social situations, not knowing what to say or do. (Inhibitions sometimes leave completely if they turn to alcohol, which makes them feel embarrassed afterwards.) Easily hurt and offended, they can brood, bear grudges, dwell on unhappy feelings, and isolate themselves—refusing consolation even when they want it. However, they are often sympathetic listeners to other people’s problems. Claustrophobia, anxiety at night (with fears of robbers or intruders), migraines, and insomnia are often seen when this remedy is needed.
Phosphorus: People who need this remedy are openhearted, imaginative, excitable, easily startled, and full of intense and vivid fears. Strong anxiety can be triggered by thinking of almost anything. Nervous and sensitive to others, they can overextend themselves with sympathy to the point of feeling exhausted and “spaced out” or even getting ill. They want a lot of company and reassurance, often feeling better from conversation or a back-rub. Easy flushing of the face, palpitations, thirst, and a strong desire for cold, refreshing foods are other indications for Phosphorus.
Pulsatilla: People who need this remedy often express anxiety as insecurity and clinginess, with a need for constant support and comforting. The person may be moody, tearful, whiny, even emotionally childish. (Pulsatilla is a very useful remedy for children.) Getting too warm or being in a stuffy room often increases anxiety. Fresh air and gentle exercise often bring relief. Anxiety around the time of hormonal changes (puberty, menstrual periods, or menopause) often is helped with Pulsatilla.
Silicea (also called Silica): People who need this remedy are capable and serious, yet are also nervous, shy, and subject to bouts of temporary loss of confidence. Anxiety can be extreme when they are faced with a public appearance, interview, examination, or any new job or task. Worry and overwork can bring on headaches, difficulty concentrating, and states of exhaustion, oversensitivity, and dread. Responsible and diligent, they often overreact and devote attention to tiny details—making their worries (and their work) more difficult. They often have low stamina and come down with colds, sore throats, or other illnesses after working hard or being under stress.
Homoeopathy Dosage Directions
Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms. In conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless otherwise directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C, 30X, or 30C) should be used. In addition, instructions for use are usually printed on the label.
Many homoeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used as follows: Take one dose and wait for a response. If improvement is seen, continue to wait and let the remedy work. If improvement lags significantly or has clearly stopped, another dose may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies with the condition and the individual. Sometimes a dose may be required a few times an hour; other times a dose may be indicated a few times a day; and in some situations, one dose per day (or less) can be sufficient.
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