Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine developed in the late 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician. It is based on the principle of "like cures like," meaning a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used in very small doses to treat similar symptoms in a sick person.

How Does Homeopathy Work?

Homeopathic remedies are prepared through a process called potentization, which involves repeatedly diluting a substance in water or alcohol and then shaking it vigorously (succussion). The idea is that this process transfers the “energetic imprint” or healing essence of the substance while minimizing toxicity.

Common Features of Homeopathic Remedies

Remedies are often made from plants, minerals, or animals.

They are highly diluted—often to the point where no molecules of the original substance remain.

They come in various forms: small sugar pellets, liquids, or tablets.