Health

Homeopathy was developed in the late 18th century by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician. He introduced the principle of “like cures like”—the idea that a substance causing symptoms in a healthy person can, in a minute dose, treat similar symptoms in someone unwell, this gives rise to the minus dose where very few doses are required in order to see great change.

The practice is over 200 years old (founded in 1796) and has since spread globally, becoming especially popular in America, Europe, South Asia, and parts of Africa. It is recognized in several healthcare systems, including India’s national health service (AYUSH), and remains widely practiced today.

• Mahatma Gandhi praised it as “a safe and economical system of medicine.”

• Charles Darwin, the naturalist, reportedly used homeopathic treatments during his travels.

• Members of the British Royal Family, including Queen Elizabeth II, were long known to support and use homeopathy.

• David Beckham, the footballer, has publicly mentioned using homeopathic remedies.

Getting to know you: Your first consultation will last at least an hour. During this time a thorough case-taking will include details of all current body/mind symptoms, as well as general questions about your personality, temperament; personal and family histories. Lifestyle, stress levels and causative factors will also be touched upon.

Finding the right remedy: Based on what you share, the practitioner will study your case and prescribe you with a medicine. Medicines are included in the consultation fee.

Follow-up: You’ll be asked to come back for a follow-up assesment in a few weeks time to check how you’re doing and make any needed changes to your treatment.

Homeopathic remedies are made from naturally occurring substances which come in the form of tiny pills or drops.

Homeopathy can be used to treat anything from injuries to chronic illnesses and used correctly, is safe to use in pregnancy, from birth and throughout your life.