Homeopathy 247 Podcast

What can a person's overall level of health tell a homeopath about remedy choice, potency, dosing, and recovery? In this episode of the Homeopathy247 Podcast, Mary Greensmith speaks with homeopath Noa Anan about the Levels of Health framework developed by George Vithoulkas and how it has influenced Noa's understanding of homeopathy methodology. Noa shares how studying this approach changed the way she looks at health, not simply through physical symptoms, but through the physical, emotional, and mental picture of the individual. Understanding the Levels of Health Noa explains that the Levels of Health framework considers different stages of overall health and how a person's reactions may change depending on where they are within that framework. For a homeopath, this can provide another way of thinking about the individual case, including how someone responds to acute illness, how long recovery may take, and how gently a remedy may need to be prescribed. This highlights the importance of individualized medicine, where treatment decisions are based on the whole person rather than a diagnosis alone. Potency and Homeopathic Prescribing Mary and Noa discuss how a person's overall health, medical history, medication use, previous surgeries, hereditary factors, and current symptoms may all be considered during homeopathic prescribing. Noa explains that, within the approach she follows, people considered to be at stronger levels of health may be prescribed differently from those experiencing long-term or more complex health concerns. They also discuss why chronic cases often require patience and careful observation over time. Acute and Chronic Health Another important part of the conversation is the relationship between acute and chronic illness. Noa describes how she observes a person's energy, appetite, behaviour, emotional state, and physical symptoms when following a case. Mary and Noa also explore the idea that changes in general wellbeing may sometimes appear before physical symptoms change. Looking at the Whole Person As a classical homeopath, Noa explains that she does not choose a chronic remedy based on one physical complaint alone. Food preferences, sleep, personality, emotional experiences, general reactions, and many other details can form part of the overall picture. This whole-person approach is an important part of homeopathy and demonstrates why two people with similar symptoms may still be approached very differently. Continuing Your Homeopathy Education The Levels of Health is a much bigger subject than can be covered in one conversation, but this episode offers an introduction to some of the ideas Noa learned through her study of George Vithoulkas' work. For anyone interested in homeopathy education, it also gives an insight into how experienced homeopaths think about potency, long-term cases, acute illness, and changes in overall wellbeing. Key Takeaways George Vithoulkas' Levels of Health framework looks at physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. Homeopathy methodology considers the whole person rather than only one symptom. Remedy potency and dosing may be adjusted according to the individual case. Homeopathic prescribing can take medical history, medications, surgeries, hereditary factors, and general wellbeing into account. Acute and chronic symptoms may be viewed as part of a wider health picture. Individualized medicine means that people with similar diagnoses may still need very different approaches. Homeopathy education involves continuing to study how symptoms and overall wellbeing change over time. Links in this Episode Get the Levels of Health by George Vithoulkas from Amazon: https://link.amazon/B08Nf5c2a Follow Noa Anan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581803889955   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

Welcome to another episode of the Homeopathy247 podcast! Today, Mary Greensmith sits down with homeopath Gitanjali Goel to tackle one of our most frequently asked questions: why does homeopathy work? A Complete Medical System Homeopathy is more than just taking tiny pills. It is a complete medical system with its own unique philosophy and methods of diagnosis. Unlike modern medicine, which relies on a biochemical dose-response to suppress specific symptoms, homeopathy acts as a systems-based, individualized stimulus. It focuses on the totality of your physical, mental, and emotional state rather than just a disease label. The Origins of "Like Cures Like" To understand how this works, we look back to Dr. Samuel Hahnemann in the 18th century. Frustrated with the harmful medical practices of his time, he began experimenting. He discovered that taking Cinchona bark, a known malaria treatment, produced malaria-like symptoms in a healthy person. This led to the foundational principle of "like cures like." A substance that creates a pattern of symptoms in a healthy person can safely stimulate healing in someone experiencing a similar pattern. Treating the Individual, Not the Label In homeopathy, the disease is not the diagnosis. Two people suffering from migraines or asthma will likely receive completely different remedies. Why? Because a homeopath looks for unique characteristics: what triggers the pain, how temperature affects it, and the emotional state of the patient. These specific clues are matched to detailed remedy profiles gathered through rigorous observational studies known as "provings." The Vital Force and Susceptibility Your body is a highly sophisticated, self-regulating machine governed by what homeopathy calls the "vital force." Symptoms are not malfunctions to be quickly eliminated; they are meaningful expressions of the body's attempt to adapt and restore balance. Homeopathy works by supporting this vital force, building your immunity, strength, and resilience so your body can truly heal itself from the inside out. Important links mentioned in this episode: Gitanjali Goel's website: https://pcosandfertilityhomeopath.com/ Know more about Gitanjali: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/gitanjali-goel/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

Welcome to Episode 217 of the Homeopathy247 podcast! In this episode, host Mary Greensmith sits down with Colleen Harris, a unique professional who bridges two seemingly different worlds: civil engineering and homeopathy. If you have ever wondered about the science behind natural remedies or questioned if homeopathy is truly practical, Colleen's insights will give you a fresh, logical perspective. From Building Bridges to Restoring Health Colleen spent 35 years as a professional civil engineer, specializing in transportation. Her work focused on problem-solving—designing, building, and maintaining systems like roads and bridges. After a personal health journey led her to discover holistic healing, she realized her passion for helping people could be applied to homeopathy. The transition wasn't as extreme as it sounds. Colleen explains that a bridge is essentially a living system that responds to external stresses like temperature, wind, and heavy traffic. The human body is exactly the same! It is an interconnected system that constantly responds to internal and external stresses, such as poor sleep, trauma, or illness. The Engineering Process of Homeopathy Colleen approaches a homeopathic case exactly how she would approach an engineering crisis. She shares a real-world example of a bridge pier that suddenly sank two feet. Instead of just patching the concrete dip at the top, her team investigated the root cause—discovering acidic soils were rusting the foundation piles. Similarly, physical symptoms are indicators—like a pothole on a road—that something deeper is wrong within the body. A homeopath acts like an investigator by: Observing and Listening: Collecting facts impartially without immediate judgment. Analyzing: Using rubrics (a dictionary of symptoms) to map out patterns and find the root cause. Designing a Solution: Selecting the best remedy to address the foundation of the illness. Monitoring Response: Using follow-up appointments to track changes and adjust the approach, if necessary. Is Homeopathy Science? Yes! Science is a systematic discipline that builds knowledge through observation, hypothesis, and testing. Homeopathy uses this exact scientific method. For example, homeopathic "provings" involve giving a blinded remedy to healthy volunteers and meticulously recording their physical and emotional symptoms. This data builds the foundational knowledge used to prescribe remedies. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Colleen's website: https://aurahomeopathy.life/ Know more about Colleen: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/colleen-harris/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

Welcome back to the Homeopathy247 podcast! In Episode 216, host Mary Greensmith is joined by the wonderful Jessica de Barco to tackle one of the most common questions out there: does homeopathy work? Together, they dive into the history, the scientific evidence, and the incredible ways these natural remedies can support your body's self-healing system. Common Misconceptions Many people are already using homeopathy without even realizing it! For example, Arnica is a widely known remedy for bruises and post-surgery recovery, frequently recommended even by dentists. However, because of how natural it is, people often confuse homeopathy with herbalism. While both are incredible holistic approaches, they work in completely different ways. The Evidence and Building Immunity If you are looking for evidence, the Homeopathic Research Institute (HRI) is a fantastic resource. Jessica highlights fascinating studies, such as those looking at upper respiratory infections. Patients who used homeopathy not only recovered but were significantly less likely to need repeated courses of antibiotics months later. This highlights a beautiful truth: homeopathy doesn't just address the immediate symptom; it gently builds long-term immunity and resilience. Beyond the Placebo Effect Skeptics often wonder if feeling better is just a placebo effect. Jessica points out a simple, undeniable fact: homeopathy works remarkably well on children, animals, and even plants! Agro-homeopathy is a rapidly growing field where remedies are used on a massive agricultural scale. Since babies, pets, and plants cannot experience a placebo effect, their positive responses are proof of the medicine's true healing power. Plus, if you take the wrong remedy, absolutely nothing happens—you cannot do any harm! Subtle Shifts and Wellness Healing isn't always an overnight, magical fix. Sometimes it takes time to unravel the layers of chronic conditions. One of the most beautiful side effects of a well-matched remedy is how it subtly encourages healthier life choices. Patients often find themselves naturally letting go of bad habits, poor dietary choices, or even toxic relationships as their body and mind find true energetic balance. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Jessica de Barco's website: https://www.jessicadebarcohomeopathy.com/ Know more about Jessica: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/jessica-de-barco/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

Welcome to Episode 215 of the Homeopathy247 podcast! Today, host Mary Greensmith is joined by experienced homeopath Ann Lovatt. Together, they take us back to basics to explore the foundational rules of homeopathic medicine, diving deep into the historical text that started it all: The Organon of Medicine. The Foundation of Holistic Healing Written over 200 years ago by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the Organon of Medicine serves as the ultimate rulebook for homeopaths. While conventional medicine often compartmentalizes the body into separate specialties, homeopathy offers a unique blend of holistic care and intuitive art. Ann walks us through the first seven guiding principles of homeopathy, which focus on gently and permanently restoring health from the inside out. The Seven Guiding Aphorisms Ann breaks down the core rules that every classical homeopath follows: Restore Health: The primary goal is to heal the patient, not just to theorize about their disease. Gentle & Permanent Cure: Healing should be done in the shortest, safest, and most reliable way possible. Understand What Must Be Cured: A practitioner must know the disease, the remedies, and any lifestyle "obstacles to cure" (like living in a damp house). Preserve Health: It is vital to find out what disturbs health in order to address the true root cause. Determine the Underlying Cause: Gently unpeeling the layers of chronic illness to find exactly where it began. Be an Unprejudiced Observer: Practitioners must provide a safe, non-judgmental space, letting the patient describe their symptoms without putting words into their mouth. The Totality of Symptoms: Looking at the complete emotional and physical picture is the only way to find the truly appropriate remedy. Real-Life Homeopathy in Action To show how these principles work in real life, Ann shares two beautiful cases. The first involves a 30-year-old woman suffering from excessive, painful periods and low weight. By looking at her fast-talking energy and physical symptoms, Ann prescribed Lachesis, which completely cleared her pain and helped her gain healthy weight! The second case features an exhausted mother of three struggling with low libido, back pain, and overwhelm. By treating her totality of symptoms with Sepia, her energy, mood, and vitality were quickly restored. Important links mentioned in this episode: Know more about Ann Lovatt: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/ann-lovatt/ Visit Ann's website: https://www.annlovatt.com/ You may also want to watch this episode with Lisa Robbins about Principles of Homeopathy: https://homeopathy247.com/homeopathic-podcast/episode-211/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/