Go To Organic: Homeopathy 101

Homeopathy, you may have heard of it, but you may not be clear about what exactly it is.

Homeopathy ("home-ee-AH-pah-thy"), also known as homeopathic medicine is a whole medicine system, developed in Germany and practiced in North America since the early 19^th century. Homeopathy seeks to stimulate the body�s ability to heal itself by giving very small doses of highly diluted substances that in larger doses would produce illness or symptoms (an approach called �like cures like�.)

Follow the links below, provided by Natural Foods Merchandiser, to gain a clearer understanding of the practice of homeopathy. There�s a list of basics, including history and regulations, and resources, such as a homeopathic glossary and a podcast by homeopathic expert Dana Ullman that answers frequently asked user questions. Top your understanding of homeopathy off with Natural Foods Merchandiser �editor picks� articles.

Homeopathy Basics

What is homeopathy?

A brief history of homeopathy

Single vs. combination remedies

How homeopathy is regulated

Chart: Understanding homeopathic dosages

Resources

Homeopathy glossary

Homeopathy research roundup

Homeopathy resources

Podcast: Dana Ullman, Homeopathic expert answers the top 5 consumer questions

Editors� Picks