In this insightful episode, Mary welcomes back homoeopath Ekta Kaur Ross to discuss one of the most beloved and essential remedies in homoeopathy: Arnica. Ekta describes Arnica as her “kingpin remedy”—a go-to for beginners and experienced users alike. Whether you're dealing with a physical injury, emotional trauma, or preparing for surgery, Arnica has something to offer.

What Is Arnica?

Arnica is a yellow-flowered plant from the sunflower family, often found in high-altitude mountainous regions. It’s also known as mountain daisy or leopard’s bane. Interestingly, these are the very places where accidents are more likely to occur—mirroring Arnica’s role in healing bruises, trauma, and falls. Ekta explains how Arnica is transformed from a herbal remedy into a safe and gentle homeopathic remedy through dilution and potentisation.

When to Use Arnica

Ekta stresses that Arnica should be a staple in every household: in your handbag, bathroom, car, or bedside drawer. The classic advice? “If in doubt, give Arnica.” It's especially useful for:

• Bruising, knocks, and falls
• Pre- and post-surgery support
• Dental work and recovery
• Labour and childbirth
• Sports injuries
• Emotional trauma and shock

Arnica for Old Injuries and Emotional Healing

While Arnica is widely known for acute injuries, Ekta also highlights its use in chronic or lingering symptoms—especially when someone says, “I’ve never been well since...” Arnica helps improve circulation and shift stagnant emotional or physical trauma. Whether it’s an old car accident or a past emotional shock, Arnica can bring deep healing and movement where there was stagnation.

The Arnica Constitution

Ekta touches on Arnica as a constitutional remedy—where it matches the person’s overall state. These individuals often downplay their pain (“I’m fine, I’m okay”) and prefer to care for others. Circulation issues, emotional distancing, and the tendency to hide vulnerability are common themes.

Self-Prescribing Arnica

For newcomers to homoeopathy, Ekta recommends starting with Arnica in 6C or 30C potency. It's easy to use, has no side effects, and is safe for everyone—including newborns and pets. Take one pill, and if no relief is felt after 10 minutes, repeat up to three times. Often, relief comes quickly. Ekta calls Arnica the “accelerator” of recovery. It can reduce the need for conventional painkillers and helps the body self-heal more efficiently.

Creams, Pills, and Practical Tips

Arnica also comes in topical creams, which can be helpful for bruises—so long as the skin is not broken. However, the internal pill form is often more effective, working from the inside out. Store your remedies away from heat, light, and strong smells to preserve them—they can last for decades when stored properly.

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In this thoughtful episode of the Homeopathy 247 podcast, Mary Greensmith welcomes homeopath Barbara Hanachova to explore the remedy Baryta Carbonica. Known for its gentleness and emotional support, Baryta Carbonica is a favourite of Barbara’s—particularly for children with developmental delays, autism, anxiety, and extreme shyness.

Why Baryta Carbonica?

Barbara shares that she frequently uses this remedy when working with children with complex needs—those who may have autism, ADHD, eczema, or other developmental challenges. Baryta Carbonica, she explains, is like a “little cloud” gently carrying a timid child, helping them feel safe, supported, and a little more confident.

While not always a deep constitutional remedy, it’s often used at the beginning of a child’s homoeopathic journey. As an opening remedy, it can reveal deeper layers, making way for more targeted treatment later.

A Remedy for Shyness, Delays & Emotional Insecurity

Children who benefit from Baryta Carbonica are typically shy, sensitive, and fearful of the outside world. They may:

• Be developmentally delayed—late to walk, talk, or meet milestones
• Show social anxiety and avoid unfamiliar places
• Cling to parents, especially mum, and resist going out or visiting new environments
• React strongly to loud noises like hand dryers or hoovers
• Become anxious if taken out of familiar surroundings

Barbara describes how Baryta Carbonica gently helps these children “step outside their shell,” increasing confidence and emotional resilience in subtle, but significant ways.

Not Just for Kids – Elderly and Adults Too

While the remedy is often used for children, Barbara notes that it can also support older children and adults. In the elderly, Baryta Carbonica may be helpful in cases of cognitive decline, such as dementia, when adults start to show childlike behaviours or lose confidence in themselves.

This shows the versatility of Baryta Carbonica—not just a remedy for young children, but also for the young at heart, or those whose confidence has diminished over time.

Case Example: Real Change Through Homoeopathy

Barbara shares a touching case of a non-verbal six-year-old girl who was highly sensitive to noise and emotionally attached to her mum. After taking Baryta Carbonica for just a few weeks, the girl began showing signs of independence, was more willing to go out, and even became more sociable at school. Teachers noticed she was “coming out of her shell”—playing more, engaging with classmates, and navigating the school day with greater ease.

A Holistic View – Treating the Family Too

Barbara explains that treating a child often means working with the whole family. For children with autism or other complex conditions, she always starts by asking parents what their biggest challenge is, and then gradually peels back the layers.

She also treats parents—especially mothers—whose emotional health can directly impact their children. Issues like unprocessed trauma or chronic stress can influence the child’s development, so addressing both can lead to significant improvements in the whole family’s wellbeing.

Gut Health, Sensitivities & Lifestyle Factors

In her holistic approach, Barbara considers gut health, diet, lifestyle, and environmental toxins. Many children she treats are extremely sensitive—to food textures, loud sounds, clothing, or even household chemicals. Healing the gut and reducing triggers can help children become more emotionally and physically balanced.

Barbara beautifully sums up Baryta Carbonica as a remedy that gently supports the child until they’re ready to lead the way. It doesn’t force change but allows the child to open up at their own pace. Whether for a shy child, an overwhelmed parent, or an elderly person in decline, this homoeopathic remedy offers quiet, transformative strength.

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In this warm and thoughtful episode of the Homeopathy 247 podcast, host Mary Greensmith speaks with homoeopath Priyanka Jadhav about one of the most deeply nourishing remedies in homoeopathy—Calcarea Carbonica. Known for its slow and steady nature, Calcarea Carbonica is perfect for those who crave security, comfort, and routine, yet feel overwhelmed by responsibility or change.

Where It Comes From – And Why That Matters

Calcarea Carbonica is derived from the inner layer of oyster shells. Priyanka explains that this origin reflects the remedy’s essence—soft, sensitive, and vulnerable on the inside, with a hard protective shell on the outside. People who benefit from this remedy tend to be thoughtful, grounded, and hardworking. They seek stability and thrive on routine but can struggle when life forces them to adapt.

Key Personality Traits and Physical Signs

People needing Calcarea Carbonica are often:

• Sensitive, anxious, and easily overwhelmed by responsibility
• Slow but reliable and emotionally warm
• Family-oriented, preferring to stay at home in comfortable, familiar surroundings
• Prone to weight gain, sluggish metabolism, and chilliness—especially cold feet
• Craving eggs, sweets, and comfort food

Priyanka notes that these individuals often appear calm and composed on the outside, but inside, they may be paddling furiously—like a swan gliding across water.

When to Think of Calcarea Carbonica

This remedy has a wide range of applications, both physical and emotional. Priyanka highlights its use for:

• Digestive issues such as constipation, bloating, and sluggish digestion
• Sinus sensitivities and reactivity to damp, cold weather
• Anxiety rooted in fear of change, loss, or illness
• Sleep issues caused by emotional stress or nightmares
• Cravings for indigestible items like chalk or pencil erasers—especially in children

It’s especially helpful when symptoms start after emotional trauma or life upheaval, such as grief, loss, or natural disasters.

Real-Life Healing Stories

Priyanka shares two powerful cases. The first is a woman suffering from type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, and frozen shoulder—symptoms that began after she lost her home in a hurricane. She felt stuck emotionally and physically. After receiving Calcarea Carbonica, her sleep improved, pain subsided, and she regained her independence and emotional peace.

The second case involves a young man overwhelmed with health anxiety following the death of a friend. He experienced panic attacks, insomnia, and digestive issues. Within two weeks of taking Calcarea Carbonica, he reported feeling emotionally stable and physically well, with no further emergency calls.

Differentiating It from Other Remedies

Mary and Priyanka compare Calcarea Carbonica with other commonly used remedies:

• Sulphur: More intellectual, eccentric, and independent; feels hot rather than cold.
• Pulsatilla: Gentle, affectionate, and seeks love and approval, but less overwhelmed by responsibility.

This comparison helps homoeopaths choose the right remedy by considering emotional makeup, reactions to weather, and behaviour under stress.

Acute and Chronic Use

While Calcarea Carbonica is often used for chronic conditions, it can also work well in acute cases—particularly for children experiencing digestive upset, teething discomfort, or unusual cravings. It is also helpful for elderly individuals stuck in emotional or physical patterns, offering a gentle push toward healing and mobility.

The Core of Calcarea Carbonica

If there’s one key takeaway, Priyanka says, it’s this: people who benefit from Calcarea Carbonica often suffer when change disrupts their routine. Stability is their comfort zone. Supporting them through that change, with the right remedy, can transform lives.

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In this episode of Homeopathy 247, Mary welcomes her friend and fellow homoeopath, Jessica de Barco. Now based in Colombia and working exclusively online, Jessica shares her deep experience with one particularly powerful remedy—Cina.

Often known for its role in treating intestinal worms, Cina is far more than just a parasite remedy. Jessica explains how its emotional and physical reach can make a life-changing difference, particularly for children and families.

The Link Between Parasites and Emotions

Jessica explains that Cina is traditionally associated with pinworms and roundworms, especially in children. Classic signs include an itchy bottom, tantrums, bedwetting, and disturbed sleep. But in practice, many children don't show those typical signs—symptoms like joint pain, headaches, or just emotional instability can also be clues.

She emphasises that parasite infections are far more common than most people realise. In many cases, only one family member is affected, despite good hygiene, suggesting a deeper susceptibility.

Cina as a Clearing Remedy

Jessica describes Cina as a clearing remedy, useful for starting the healing process. While it might help expel worms and calm behaviour, it’s often just the first step. Long-term resilience, especially gut health, requires further support with other remedies.

She also shares that children with autism or ADHD seem more prone to parasite issues, making Cina even more relevant in those cases.

Emotional Outbursts and Behaviour

Beyond the gut, Cina is a remarkable remedy for intense emotional behaviour. Jessica often sees children with directed aggression—tantrums aimed at siblings or parents, even hitting or throwing. It's not random anger; it's reactive, sharp, and often stems from internal restlessness.

Unlike remedies like Chamomilla, where the child is distressed due to pain, the Cina child is irritable from within, almost like their body is being invaded. Jessica notes this as symbolic of the parasitic presence—an energy that doesn’t belong.

A Memorable Case

Jessica shares a case of an 8-year-old boy with bedwetting, nightmares, fidgeting, and sudden violent outbursts. The mother felt helpless and overwhelmed. After a week on Cina, he passed worms, and within five weeks, he was calmer, more expressive, and more emotionally stable.

Jessica observed a physical transformation as well—the boy looked less pale and thin, had more energy, and even started thriving socially and academically. Cina opened the door to deeper healing, which continued with follow-up remedies.

Beyond Worms: Cina's Other Uses

Cina also supports digestive discomfort, especially spasmodic pains around the navel, worse after eating. It’s useful during teething, sometimes resembling Chamomilla, but with more irritability and anger.

Jessica warns that if Cina doesn’t work, don’t give up on homoeopathy—it just means another remedy is more suitable. Remedies like Sulphur, Calcarea Carbonica, Teucrium, or constitutional support might be needed.

Jessica’s key message: Cina almost always has an emotional component. If you notice intense impatience, emotional outbursts, or behavioural disturbances alongside gut issues, Cina may be the remedy that helps bring balance—not just physically, but emotionally too.

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In this episode of the Homeopathy 247 podcast, host Mary Greensmith welcomes back homeopath Elisa Joulfaian for an in-depth look at the powerful remedy Lycopodium. Though not always the first remedy that comes to mind for first aid, Lycopodium is surprisingly useful in both acute and chronic situations—especially when digestive issues and anxiety are involved.

Lycopodium and the Digestive System

Elisa begins by highlighting Lycopodium’s strong connection to digestion. It’s her go-to remedy for bloating, gas, and digestive upset—especially when the pain or discomfort is focused on the right side of the body. It’s also helpful when symptoms worsen between 4:00 and 8:00 p.m., a key characteristic of the remedy.

Lycopodium is particularly useful after heavy meals or when someone feels uncomfortably full but still wants to eat more. This paradoxical combination—a big appetite with digestive distress—is typical in Lycopodium cases. It’s even suitable for colicky babies or children with gas.

Confidence, Anxiety, and the Lycopodium Personality

One of Lycopodium’s defining emotional traits is the contrast between outward confidence and inner anxiety. Elisa describes this as someone who may appear bold or controlling but is secretly afraid of failure or rejection. This shows up frequently in children who act bossy or demanding but then hide behind their parent’s leg when confronted.

Adults with a Lycopodium picture may seem confident in public, but suffer from self-doubt internally. This remedy is especially helpful before public speaking or high-pressure situations where nerves take over. It’s also commonly associated with reading difficulties or dyslexia, which often stem from a fear of failure.

Comparing Lycopodium and Nux Vomica

Mary and Elisa compare Lycopodium with another popular remedy—Nux Vomica. While both can treat digestive complaints, the emotional profiles differ. Nux Vomica types are driven, intense, and impatient, often pushing through pain or discomfort to get things done. In contrast, Lycopodium individuals are more laid-back outwardly but deeply affected by anxiety, self-doubt, and the fear of underperforming.

Nux Vomica personalities also tend to overwork and overplan—even during rest or holidays—while Lycopodium people are more inclined to retreat and recover quietly, though they still want to be seen as competent.

Physical and Emotional Clues to Look For

Elisa explains that choosing the right remedy isn’t just about physical symptoms—it’s about matching those with emotional traits and patterns. She recommends looking for at least three strong indicators across physical and emotional areas. For Lycopodium, key clues include:

• Symptoms worse from 4–8 p.m.
• Right-sided issues (like eczema, pain, or throat inflammation)
• Gas, bloating, or overeating
• Anxiety around performance or failure
• Reading or word recall difficulties

Interestingly, Lycopodium can also help with skin conditions like eczema (especially right-sided) and even facial tics or involuntary movements.

A Family Favourite Remedy

Elisa points out that Lycopodium is one of those rare remedies that people often return to again and again. If it suits a person constitutionally, it tends to be effective across multiple situations—whether it’s a physical flare-up or emotional stress. This makes it a strong candidate for your home first aid kit.

Mary adds that Lycopodium often helps clarify the picture and open the door to deeper healing. It’s both versatile and transformative, especially when physical complaints are intertwined with emotional patterns.

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In this insightful episode of the Homeopathy 247 podcast, host Mary Greensmith welcomes back Dr. Anthony de Pontes for a deep dive into the homeopathic remedy Thuja. The conversation explores the emotional and physical layers this powerful remedy can help heal—especially in people who are holding on to deep-rooted shame, secrecy, trauma, or suppressed symptoms.

Understanding Thuja’s Emotional Depth

Dr. de Pontes shares that Thuja is more than just a remedy—it’s a transformative healing tool for people who feel fragmented due to past trauma, especially related to shame, sexual abuse, and secrecy. These individuals often hide behind perfectionism or a cheerful façade, but inside, they may feel broken or “dirty.” Thuja helps lift these emotional weights, allowing healing to begin at a soul-deep level.

The Fragmented State and Overcompensation

Thuja is often needed when there’s emotional or physical overcompensation. A person may seem highly functional, driven, or even flawless on the outside, but this can be a mask hiding deep emotional wounds. Dr. de Pontes explains how trauma can cause people to “fragment,” pushing aspects of themselves aside to cope. Thuja works gently to bring wholeness back to the person.

Physical Signs and Suppression

Thuja isn’t just about emotional healing—it also addresses a range of physical conditions tied to suppressed emotional experiences. Common symptoms include:

• Warts (especially genital warts)
• Cysts and fibroids
• Hormonal imbalance
• Excessive mucus and water retention

Dr. de Pontes points out that these physical manifestations often reflect suppressed emotions, especially in cases related to the HPV vaccine or unresolved trauma. Thuja can help bring buried experiences to the surface and initiate deep healing.

Thuja and Homeopathy for Eczema

One important takeaway from this episode is how homeopathy for eczema isn't just about treating the skin. Eczema can be a sign of inner imbalance or suppression. When we use steroids or other suppressive treatments, the root issue may remain unresolved and later manifest in more serious ways—such as asthma or arthritis. Thuja plays a vital role in addressing the emotional origin of such chronic skin conditions, including eczema, by helping the body and mind release what’s been pushed down.

Supporting Emotional Healing and Remedy Reactions

Dr. de Pontes also discusses the importance of recognising emotional aggravations—temporary worsening of symptoms—as part of the healing process. He emphasises the need for homeopaths to support patients through this stage and help them understand it’s a sign the remedy is working. Emotional release is often part of recovery. Thuja can sometimes stir intense emotions. For sensitive patients, even holding the remedy can be enough to feel its effects. This shows how deeply energetic homeopathy is and how powerfully it can act when the remedy matches the patient’s core state.

A Remedy for Modern Times

Mary and Dr. de Pontes agree that Thuja is increasingly relevant in today’s world, where secrecy, shame, and emotional overload are common. In a society where privacy is disappearing and social pressures are rising, more people are struggling with internal fragmentation. Thuja helps restore inner coherence and supports long-term emotional resilience.

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In this heartfelt episode, Tracey Campbell joins Mary Greensmith to dive deep into the emotional and physical uses of Ignatia, a powerful and often underused homeopathic remedy. Best known for its support in times of grief, Ignatia has a wide range of applications—from emotional trauma to physical symptoms like sore throats and headaches.

When to Reach for Ignatia

Tracey explains that Ignatia homeopathic remedy is especially helpful during moments of acute emotional stress—such as fresh grief, heartbreak, homesickness, or saying goodbye to a loved one. It’s the remedy she reaches for when there’s a lump in the throat, suppressed tears, or the kind of sadness that makes it hard to breathe. It’s also useful for children dealing with loss (like a pet passing away) and adults who feel emotionally stuck or unable to express themselves.

Emotional and Physical Signs

Ignatia isn’t just for emotional healing. It’s effective for physical symptoms connected to emotion, such as:

• Sore throats with a “lump” or spasm sensation
• Stitching or prickling headaches (like a nail being driven into one spot)
• Sleep disturbances caused by emotional tension
• Hypersensitivity and nervous energy

Tracey and Mary describe how Ignatia homeopathic remedy often reveals itself through a deep sigh, a sign of emotional release, or when someone can't “find their voice.” It can even help someone begin to speak their truth after long periods of suppression.

Real-Life Case: The Boy Who Missed His Rabbit

Tracey shares a touching story of a young boy who was suffering from recurring sore throats and disrupted sleep. Doctors couldn’t find anything wrong, but a homeopathic consultation revealed the emotional cause: the boy’s favourite rabbit had gone missing. With a few doses of Ignatia, his emotional release led to a dramatic improvement in both mood and health—showcasing the beautiful mind-body connection in homeopathy.

Beyond Grief: Versatility of Ignatia

Though often labeled as a grief remedy, Ignatia homeopathic remedy can also support:

• Children with homesickness or separation anxiety
• Individuals overwhelmed by stress who prefer solitude
• Hypersensitive people who feel emotions deeply
• Cases of fevers without thirst, sore throats, or mood swings

Its action is gentle but profound, and it’s included in many homeopathy kits—just waiting to be rediscovered. Mary and Tracey encourage listeners to explore Ignatia more often. It’s a remedy that helps us feel, process, and ultimately move through difficult emotional states—with grace and support. Whether you're facing fresh grief, emotional overwhelm, or strange physical symptoms linked to emotional holding, Ignatia might be the remedy to consider.

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In this episode of the Homeopathy 247 Podcast, host Mary Greensmith is joined by homeopath Tracey Campbell to explore the complex world of skin conditions—especially eczema—and how homeopathy can offer gentle, effective support. Tracey shares her journey into full-time practice and her passion for working with individualised homeopathic care.

Why Skin Needs a Deeper Look

Tracey explains that skin conditions like eczema are often signs of a deeper imbalance within the body—not just surface issues to be suppressed. She discusses how symptoms like fungal infections, sunburn, or rashes might look similar, but each person’s underlying cause is unique. That’s why homeopathy for eczema isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s tailored to the whole person.

Understanding the Whole Picture

Rather than focusing solely on the skin, homeopaths explore diet, stress, environment, emotional wellbeing, and personal history. Tracey highlights how symptoms like eczema often follow earlier issues like nappy rash or allergies, and might later be linked to conditions like asthma. Homeopathy looks to support the body holistically and prevent deeper health issues from developing.

Matching Remedies to People, Not Just Conditions

Tracey walks us through how homeopaths use repertories and materia medica to match skin symptoms—such as dryness, oozing, or itchiness—with constitutional patterns. For example, someone with moist eczema might need a completely different remedy than someone with dry, bumpy eruptions. Emotional state, digestion, sleep, and stress levels all influence remedy choice.

Homeopathy Builds Long-Term Resilience

Homeopathy for eczema doesn’t just treat the symptom—it helps the body strengthen from within. Tracey describes how regular constitutional prescribing can reduce susceptibility and improve the immune system’s ability to handle stress, allergens, and life changes. The goal is long-term resilience—not just short-term relief.

Potency and Patience: A Gentle Approach

Tracey also explains how potencies are selected with care. With sensitive skin, lower potencies and gentle prescribing are often best. Healing may take time—especially for chronic eczema—but meaningful change is possible, and the process is empowering.

Connecting with the Body

As clients begin homeopathic care, they also start reconnecting with their bodies—tracking changes, understanding patterns, and becoming more in tune with what their body needs. Tracey notes that this self-awareness is a beautiful part of the healing journey.

Homeopathy for eczema is about so much more than skin—it’s about understanding the whole person and helping the body heal from the inside out. With curiosity, patience, and support, long-term transformation is possible.

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In this episode, Mary Greensmith chats with Alice Glendinning, a homeopath practicing with Homeopathy 247. Alice trained at the Centre for Homeopathic Education in London and now lives in Ireland. Alongside her homeopathy work, she’s also studying plant-based nutrition and herbalism, fueled by her love of gardening and natural health.

What Happens When You Take a Remedy?

Alice explains that homeopathic remedies don’t suppress symptoms like conventional medicine. Instead, they help the body regain balance by nudging it to resolve underlying imbalances. This often means symptoms change, clear, or reappear temporarily as part of a healing response.

The body is incredibly intelligent, Alice says, and sometimes it needs help clearing old trauma, stress, or past illnesses. Remedies can trigger physical or emotional reactions—like vomiting, vivid dreams, or tears—as part of this natural release.

Symptoms as Signals

Rather than seeing symptoms as problems, homeopaths treat them as helpful signs. Just like a car dashboard light, symptoms indicate something deeper. A good remedy doesn’t just remove the signal—it helps fix the underlying issue so the signal isn’t needed anymore.

Proving, Reactions, and Healing Responses

Alice and Mary break down the difference between three concepts:

• Proving: When a well person takes a remedy repeatedly, they might start experiencing new symptoms related to that remedy. This is a known process in homeopathy to understand remedy effects.
• Reaction: When a person experiences a shift—physical, emotional, or both—after taking a remedy. This is a sign the body is responding.
• Healing Response: When the remedy stimulates a gentle or strong release, like crying, coughing up mucus, or getting a temporary rash, as the body works through something old or unresolved.

Examples from Practice

Alice shares touching stories, including a young girl with an eating disorder whose vivid dreams showed her healing journey, and a man whose depression and hidden prostate issue both improved after a single remedy. These stories illustrate how deeply individual and unpredictable healing can be.

When and How to Take Remedies

Mary and Alice remind listeners that less is more. Take a remedy, then stop and observe. If symptoms improve, don’t continue dosing. If nothing happens, a few repeat doses might help—but don’t overdo it. Aggravations are rare, and reactions are usually healing signs, not cause for fear.

The Importance of Professional Guidance

For those unsure or anxious about self-prescribing, Alice strongly recommends working with a professional. Sensitivity, energy levels, remedy types, and potency all factor into the healing process—homeopaths are trained to navigate these complexities safely and effectively.

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In this episode of the Homeopathy 247 podcast, host Mary Greensmith welcomes Dr. Devang Shah, a homeopath based in Mumbai, India. Dr. Shah shares his insights into homeopathy training in India, his approach to musculoskeletal conditions, and how homeopathy works holistically to support healing.

Homeopathy Education in India

Dr. Shah explains that homeopaths in India undergo 4.5 years of formal medical study, followed by a one-year internship—similar to mainstream medical doctors. The main difference is that instead of pharmacology, homeopaths study materia medica, which covers homeopathic remedies.

Public Awareness of Homeopathy

Homeopathy is well-known in many parts of India, particularly in cities like Calcutta where people often use remedies like Arnica and Belladonna at home. In more rural areas, awareness is growing. The more skilled homeopaths graduate, the more homeopathy spreads.

Treating Musculoskeletal Conditions

Dr. Shah began treating chronic pain conditions after being invited to consult at a friend’s orthopedic hospital. There, he treated conditions like osteoarthritis and back pain—especially where conventional medicine offered little relief.

The Link Between Stress and Pain

Stress often worsens back pain, whether emotional (grief, anxiety) or physical. Dr. Shah explains that homeopathy addresses both physical and emotional causes of pain, offering more complete and lasting relief than simply masking symptoms with painkillers.

Understanding the Vital Force

In homeopathy, the “vital force” is the body’s innate healing power. When this force is weakened, symptoms appear. Remedies stimulate the vital force to restore balance and activate healing from within.

How Remedies Are Selected

Homeopaths follow the “law of similars”—choosing remedies that produce symptoms similar to the patient’s condition. For example, Apis (made from the honeybee) is used for conditions that mimic a bee sting: swelling, redness, and burning pain relieved by cold.

Proving Remedies and Materia Medica

Homeopathic remedies are “proved” on healthy individuals who record physical, emotional, and mental changes. This data forms the basis of materia medica—the homeopath’s guide to choosing remedies. These records have been collected for over 200 years.

Avoiding Remedy Overuse

Unlike conventional medicine, homeopathic remedies are not meant to be taken continuously. Once symptoms improve, the remedy should be paused. Overuse may lead to “proving” symptoms—new symptoms created by the remedy itself. Proper timing and follow-up are key.

Chronic Illness and Long-Term Benefits

Even long-standing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis can improve significantly. Dr. Shah shares a case where a patient avoided costly injections and painkillers thanks to homeopathy. While early treatment brings the best outcomes, even later stages can benefit.

Homeopathy and Conventional Medicine

Homeopathy can be safely used alongside conventional treatments. Dr. Shah notes that patients on medications like thyroid pills often reduce or even stop them under supervision as homeopathy restores balance and health.

This episode offers a deep and clear explanation of how homeopathy works—especially in treating musculoskeletal issues. Dr. Devang Shah highlights the importance of holistic understanding, symptom matching, and the body’s own ability to heal.

Visit Dr. Devang Shah's website to learn more: https://www.drdevangshah.com/

 

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