Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a natural, safe and gentle form of complementary medicine that aims to promote general health and well-being by reinforcing the body's natural healing capacity. It is 'holistic' which means that it is a whole system of healthcare that not only alters the physical state but the emotional state too.

First discovered over 200 years ago by a German physician Samuel Hahnemann, homeopathy is based on the theory that 'like cures like'. In short, this means that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can also bring about cure in a sick person. One simple analogy is the Onion. In its crude form it can cause symptoms such as streaming eyes and runny nose and in its homeopathic form (Allium Cepa) it is often used to treat hay fever. Similarly drinking too much coffee can cause sleeplessness and restlessness but used homeopathically, Coffee is an effective remedy for insomnia.

By finding out about a person's individual characteristics, both on an emotional and physical level, we are able to find a remedy suited to that individual to restore the body's own natural healing power and bring about renewed vitality and well-being.