Oh The Relief With Homeopathic Cold Remedies

By Jason Graham


Homeopathy offers safe, effective, and fast-acting relief for many of the ills that people suffer. Although the 'science' of homeopathy does not encourage symptom relieving as the main focus of treatment, many people use it that way. Homeopathic cold remedies are wonderful aids to getting through the cold and flu season with as little trouble as possible.

Homeopathy is a traditional branch of medicine, created in the late 1800s and used widely before the discovery of penicillin. It is still regulated by the FDA in the United States. This treatment protocol follows the philosophy of 'like cures like'. A great example is the use of the onion - allium - to treat the sniffles and watering eyes that often accompany a cold. As most of us know, cutting up an onion causes these symptoms; a minute amount of the vegetable relieves them.

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.

The guiding principle of homeopathy is 'do no harm', which certainly cannot be said for many pharmaceuticals. It makes sense to at least try a natural, harmless product before resorting to something that may help but that also may have negative side effects. Most drugs carry warnings about possible side effects, but homeopathy in over-the-counter potency is considered completely safe.

Tissue salts are made from milk sugar and minerals found in human tissue. These are safe even for young children, and many parents wouldn't dream of giving their children ibuprofen, known to have the potential to harm internal organs. Ferr phos keeps a fever under control, while allowing the rise in internal temperature to function as an infection fighter.

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.

Consumers have made some homeopathic cold formulas so popular that conventional pharmacies and grocery stores carry them. If you look, you will find homeopathy on the shelves under names you might even recognize. It comes in liquid formulas, tablets (called pellets in the industry), and lozenges.

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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