Today is WORLD HOMOEOPATHIC DAY. THE BIRTHDAY OF OUR FOUNDER FATHER OF HOMOEOPATHY... DR SAMUEL HAHNEMANN. So sharing some insights about homoeopathy Many people confuse homeopathic medicine with herbal remedies or with the broad field of alternative or natural medicine. As you will learn from this article, homeopathic medicine has its own sophisticated system of using substances from the plant, mineral, chemical, and animal kingdoms. This article will describe–in a modern and even futuristic fashion–this fascinating and powerful method of strengthening the body’s own defense system. This branch of medicine came into being in the 19th century and was used frequently at the time. Interestingly, the first studies using homeopathic remedies were done on healthy volunteers—similar to many clinical trials done today. Principles of Homeopathy There are three main principles behind the practice of homeopathic medicine. The law of similars: The law of similars refers to the SIMILIA SIMILIBUS CURANTAR "like cures like" The theory is somewhat analogous to the basis of vaccination in modern day medicine: with immunizations, the exposure to a small amount of a killed or inactivated microbe can result in protection against developing the disease. BUT THE DIFFERENCE IN IMMUNISATION AND HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT PATTERN IS " INDVIDUALISATION" Homoeopathic treatments are individual specific and not disease specific, means every individual receives a UNIQUE remedy for his own constitutional personality, depending on his mental and emotional make up.. Though the pathogenesis is named common. THE PRINCIPLE OF SINGLE REMEDY This principle holds that a single remedy should cover the physical, emotional, and mental symptoms of an illness combined. THE PRINCIPLE OF MINIMUM DOSE. Only a small amount of substance is first used in a few doses, followed by an infinitesimal amount over time To know more... Connect to www.harmonyhomoeopathy.net