Saturday, 3 February 2018

Oh The Relief With Homeopathic Cold Remedies

By Jason Graham


Do you want a safe, natural alternative to chemical cold formulas? Homeopathic cold remedies are time-tested, having been used by hundreds of millions of people since their introduction in the late 1800s. They contain minute amounts of natural substances, diluted in a special way to retain potency while being so reduced that there is no toxicity whatsoever. Their popularity testifies to their efficacy.

Many don't realize that homeopathy is regulated by the FDA, unlike many other 'dietary supplements'. Although this does not reassure those who know the harmful effects of many products that have been allowed by this government agency, it may reassure those who like oversight. Homeopathy is not new; it was the most-used medicine in the US before the advent of penicillin and the rise of other drugs. It is based on the theory that 'like cures like'. For example, cutting up an onion causes your eyes to water and your nose to run, but taking the onion-based remedy 'allium' relieves those symptoms.

The 'science' of homeopathy calls for a single remedy to cure everything that ails a person. The diagnosis requires the skilled intervention of a trained homeopath. However, many use the lower potencies on a symptom-related basis. A tablet of Arnica montana, a widely-used remedy, contains a minute amount of the herb diluted in milk sugar. Although the herb itself in each pellet is not discernible under a microscope, millions of athletes and 'weekend warriors' use this remedy for muscle soreness or bruising.

Finally, the practitioners and manufacturers of homeopathic remedies truly follow the principle of 'do no harm' while treating a patient. The remedies in an over-the-counter potency are safe for everyone to use. They are even effective for animals, which refutes the 'placebo effect' criticism of many scoffers.

A remedy in the 'tissue salt' category that helps with colds and flu is Ferr Phos. This is a tablet made of milk sugar with a tiny amount of iron and phosphorus (two minerals found in human tissue, as the name indicates). It is considered a nutritive remedy, being good for general robustness. It also helps keep a fever within bounds and is considered by many parents as both more effective and safer than something like children's ibuprofen. A tissue salt comes in a low dilution, termed 6X.

Another tissue salt that helps with cold symptoms is Nat Mur. This remedy incorporates minerals known to regulate moisture within the body, so it helps with runny nose and congestion. Kali Phos is great for coughs and can even help keep croup from developing, according to testimonials from parents who give it at the first distinctive, hoarse cough.

Almost every pharmacy and grocery store now has some homeopathic cold formulas on their shelves. There are formulas for infants on up to senior citizens. Homeopathy comes in tablets, called 'pellets' in the trade, in liquids, and in lozenges. Another part of the philosophy of this branch of medicine is that a minute amount of a substance, properly prepared, is more potent than a large amount in bringing about recovery.

Homeopathy deserves a place in every family medicine cabinet. It is safe, effective, and affordable. Go online to learn more about this kind of therapy for life's minor ills. You may find that you need far fewer doctor's visits and find satisfaction in caring for your family - and yourself - in a natural way. People have been doing so for over a century with homeopathy.




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