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COLD
and FLU Season
Homeopathy
has been practiced in the United States for over 200 years. Due
to the current patient anxiety about interactions,
contra-indications and side effects of prescription and over the
counter drugs, homeopathy is enjoying a new wave of popularity.
Homeopathy is a natural medicine. The remedies used are usually
natural substances which have been diluted many times so that
when they are used according to the homeopathic method, they
stimulate your body's own defenses to move you toward a
healthier state without causing any side effects.
Homeopathic remedies are most effective in treating acute
conditions characterized by a sudden onset of symptoms. Of the
hundreds of homeopathic remedies used by health professionals, a
few have become popular favorites for treating those symptoms we
usually associate with cold and flu. In many instances the main
symptom has a modifier or a condition which we will call the
"clincher". The clincher helps us to choose or confirm
the correct homeopathic remedy. The correct remedy helps “jump
start” your body’s own healing mechanism.
Although many patients seem to take particular delight in the
challenge to choose that single remedy that will work quickly
and completely in relieving symptoms and curing themselves, it
is best to consult a qualified homeopath. During your visit to
the pharmacy you rarely have the time or expertise to process
all of the information to make such a challenging and precise
selection.
A
homeopath is trained to look at the whole person, not just the
obvious outward symptoms. There may be symptoms that you
aren’t even aware of that may be important markers that point
to the correct remedy. Then the homeopath must select the
correct dosage for each patient. Making a trip to the pharmacy
or health food store to select a remedy may seem like the easy
way to treat yourself, but there are hundreds of remedies in
differing dosages. This is why it is important to seek the help
of a qualified homeopath. There is a methodology that must be
followed. It is a time-tested process and there is no short cut.
Symptoms of cold and flu respond well to homeopathic treatment.
There is no single homeopathic remedy for 'Colds', but
homeopathy provides safe and effective remedies for treatment of
many of the common symptoms of colds. Homeopathic remedies are
selected and used based on a specific set of symptoms. A remedy
is selected based on the sum total of all the symptoms. However,
the remedy works to clear the root cause and heal completely.
Influenza
or Flu causes fever, chill, shivering, general ache & pain.
In uncomplicated cases the acute condition usually lasts several
days. Symptoms are usually relieved by homeopathic remedies.
Your homeopathic remedy can often be taken along with a
prescription to accelerate recovery.
Coughing is your body’s way of keeping foreign matter out of
the airways. Presence of bacteria, dust or pollen can stimulate
production of mucous. When this is excessive, it causes
coughing. Your first impulse is to stop the cough. This is not
always the best thing to do. Some coughing can be helpful in
clearing the airway. Excessive or dry hacking cough can damage
and weaken the delicate tissues and make them susceptible to
infection. Wisely selected and administered homeopathic remedies
can be helpful in control of cough symptoms.
A
few words about handling and taking your homeopathic medicines
may be helpful. Homeopathic remedies should be administered
under very careful conditions. Before taking your homeopathic
medicine, your mouth should be clean and rinsed with water. You
should avoid mouthwashes, gum or candy containing mints or
aromatics just prior to taking your remedy. Allow the remedy to
dissolve slowly in your mouth.
The
homeopathic remedies may vary in appearance. Some dosage forms
are medicated sugar pellets, tablets, drops or those specially
prepared soft tablets. The special soft tablets are a
particularly popular and effective way of presenting homeopathic
remedies.
Homeopathic
remedies are mild, safe and effective when used to relieve Cold
and Flu conditions. There is a high probability that they will
relieve the annoying symptoms associated with Colds and Flu.
They will not interfere with your conventional medicines, nor
present any side effects. Do not discontinue any prescription
medications you are currently taking without the advice of your
physician. If your symptoms persist or do not respond to the
homeopathic remedy in a reasonable time, discontinue use and
consult your homeopath.
Cold and
Flu season is just around the corner. Now is the time to educate
and prepare yourself for the upcoming winter. I am now accepting
new patients for Cold and Flu prevention counseling. “An ounce
of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
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