Homeopathy is an approach to healing that uses the body's natural defenses to cure itself (unlike conventional medicine, which uses opposing substances to suppress your body's symptoms). According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, homeopathy is a safe way to stimulate your body's ability to heal. You can use small amounts of specific natural homeopathic herbs to help your body's natural defense mechanisms perform their functions effectively.
Aloe Vera
The use of aloe vera as a healing herb can be traced back to ancient Egyptian times, when it was presented as a burial gift (known as the "plant of immortality") to deceased pharaohs. In ancient times, aloe was used topically to heal wounds and various skin conditions. In addition to traditional uses, aloe is also taken orally to treat conditions like asthma, diabetes and epilepsy in modern times. It is also used topically to treat burns and osteoarthritis. Aloe vera gel is used in hundreds of skin products, especially lotions.
Chamomile
Chamomile has been used for thousands of years in both children and adults to treat a wide variety of health conditions. In modern times, this herb is most often used for anxiety and sleeplessness as well as gastrointestinal conditions like gas, diarrhea and stomachaches. Chamomile is also used topically for skin conditions and mouth ulcers that result from cancer treatment. Chamomile is made into capsules, teas, liquid extracts, tablets, ointments, creams and even mouth rinses.
Ginger
Ginger is a tropical plant that is often used for both cooking and medicinal purposes. Ginger is used in Asian medicine to treat nausea, stomachaches and diarrhea. Many anti-nausea, diarrhea, cold and flu dietary supplements sold in the United States have ginger extract as an ingredient. Ginger is used to lessen nausea caused by surgery, pregnancy, motion and chemotherapy. Ginger has also been used to treat joint and muscle pain, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Feverfew
Feverfew is an herb that was originally native to the eastern European Balkan mountains that now grows in North and South America and Europe. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, feverfew has been used for centuries to treat stomachaches, fevers, headaches, insect bites, toothaches, infertility and menstrual problems. In modern times, feverfew has been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and migraine headaches. It has also been used for allergies, asthma, dizziness, vomiting and nausea.
Fenugreek
Fenugreek seed is often used in cooking. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, fenugreek has historically been used to treat digestive problems and menopausal symptoms. It has also been used to help induce childbirth. In modern times, fenugreek is used to treat diabetes and to stimulate milk production in breastfeeding mothers. It can also be applied to the skin to treat inflammation.
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