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George Papargyris // Mar 31, 2007 at 9:45 pm
Here’s an article I want to share from a friend, about Lyme disease and Homeopathy from the Poughkeepsie Journal, Hudson Valley, NY:
George
Interestingly, this article came through on my Lyme Alert List. Here’s the article in full, and at the very bottom is a link to the article online at the newspaper site. Jan
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Consider homeopathic remedies in fighting back the flu (NY)
Posted by: “Cheryl (LymeInfo)” lymeinfo@yahoo.com cheryl_lymeinfo
Date: Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:00 am ((PDT))
“I love homeopathy because I have seen amazing results from treatments in cases ranging from common illnesses like the flu to severe chronic ailments such as depression, anxiety, Lyme disease and more. There is always a solution.”
http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com
Poughkeepsie Journal (NY)
Consider homeopathic remedies in fighting back the flu
Guest Column by Kimberly Woods
March 9, 2007
With the flu season in full gear, you can learn to take charge of your immune system with the aid of homeopathic medicines. Homeopathy offers powerful, effective and natural remedies for the prevention and treatment of the flu. Homeopathic medicine is a system of medicine practiced worldwide, formulated by the German physician Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, that uses plant, mineral and animal substances in very small doses to stimulate the body’s defenses naturally.
Homeopathy is based on the law of similars - “like cures like” - which means any substance that can cause symptoms when given to a healthy person can help to heal those who are ill and experiencing similar symptoms. Discovered by the ancient Greeks, homeopathy has been used effectively by Europeans for hundreds of years. In Europe, 35 percent to 40 percent of medical doctors are also homeopaths. In fact, the royal family in Great Britain is said to use homeopathy exclusively.
Americans are also embracing homeopathy as an effective complementary and alternative medicine. The best help conventional medicine has to offer is the flu vaccine and anti-viral drugs, which sometimes produce unpleasant side effects. In homeopathy, there are specific remedies to build your immunity to the flu, ameliorate symptoms and aid in a complete and swift recovery, with no side effects.
After the Spanish flu epidemic of the early 1900s, a report from the American Institute of Homeopathy showed that of 24,000 cases of the flu treated by conventional medicine, 28 percent of patients died, while for the 26,000 cases treated with homeopathy, the mortality rate was 1 percent. (”Homeopathy in Influenza: A Chorus of Fifty in Harmony,” Journal of the American Institute of Homeopathy, 1921.)
A highly effective remedy called Influenzinum 30C is an excellent solution for those who cannot get the flu vaccine due to sensitivity or choose not to because of other health reasons. It is actually a homeopathic dose of the flu vaccine; in other words, a minute dose. Influenzinum 30C can be used as a preventative when taken once a month during the flu season, with additional doses recommended if in contact with someone who has the flu. The most common potency used for acute treatment is 30C. If someone is highly sensitive, they could use a lower potency such as 6C. Potency is how many times a substance has been diluted, and the more it’s diluted the more powerful it becomes, (so 30C has been diluted more).
Another, Oscillococcinum (as-a-la-co-si-num), is an excellent remedy used for preventing the flu. It is to be used when you have been exposed to the flu and have no symptoms, or at the first sign of feeling ill. Treating yourself for the flu is a good way to become familiar with homeopathy because flu symptoms are easily recognizable. Therefore, it is simple to match your exact symptoms to the appropriate remedy. Once you see the results, it may inspire you to use homeopathy for many other ailments, from allergic reactions from bee stings to minor injuries, sprains or physical trauma.
Homeopathy helps treat all known diseases and can substantially improve the quality of life. Homeopathy is convenient - you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your home. Instead, you match your symptom in a reference book or call a professional for help.
Although there are hundreds of remedies that may be used to treat the flu, I have included a chart listing the symptoms of the four most common. It should be referred to when someone has developed distinct symptoms. Learn to listen to your body and be present to how you feel. It’s not enough to say, “I don’t feel well.” Being observant of your symptoms is the key to getting well. For example, a common flu symptom picture includes standard symptom such as headache, nausea, body aches and pain - which all feel much worse when you move. With closer observation, you might also notice your mouth is extremely dry, you’re very thirsty, you’re irritable, you want to be left alone and you don’t want to watch TV or talk to anyone. These point to the remedy Bryonia, as you can see upon examining the chart.
The more precisely you can identify your symptoms, the more accurate your choice of remedy will be. If none of these remedies seems appropriate, refer to “Everybody’s Guide to Homeopathic Medicines” by Stephen Cummings, M.D., or consult an experienced homeopath for other remedies.
Critical to recognize symptoms
If you take the best indicated remedy in a 30C potency three to five times and it doesn’t work, that means it was not a correct match. Observe your symptoms more closely and try another remedy or seek help. When you hit the bull’s eye, there is dramatic change. These remedies are available at your natural food store for a reasonable price. I recommend you educate yourself on the many benefits of homeopathy, build a first aid kit of remedies, and pick up a free guide on how to use them. These can be found at health food stores and at some pharmacies.I love homeopathy because I have seen amazing results from treatments in cases ranging from common illnesses like the flu to severe chronic ailments such as depression, anxiety, Lyme disease and more. There is always a solution.
An illness is the body sending out a signal letting us know there is something off balance. Symptoms are your body’s way of communicating. If we listen and observe what our body is telling us, we can find the root of the problem and address it so our body can heal naturally.
Kimberly Woods, a certified homeopath, has practiced alternative and complementary medicine for more than 25 years. She has completed master programs with renowned homeopaths George Vithoulkas and Dr. Luc De Shepper and has studied extensively with herbalists Matthew Wood and Susan Weed. She lives and practices in the Hudson Valley. Go to http://www.naturalhealth source.us for information and educational articles or call 845-688-2976.
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Melissa // Apr 4, 2007 at 2:14 am
My friend and colleague Christel Lombaerts from Leuven Belgium just sent me this reference: This mail is for those who are interested in scientific research in Homeopathy.I am forwording this mail to share my thoughts on action of Homeopathic medicine. Please go through this link, http://www.homeopathynotaplacebothepathy.blogspot.com/ I request you to forword this mail to those who are interested in Homeopathy and to those who dont believe Homeopathy.I hope, Some where an enthusiastic mind will hold the central idea in this work. Dr.M.Devednra Kumar MD (Homeo)
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