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Coughs and sneezes..
Coughs are often associated with colds and a sore throat of viral origin. There are many homeopathic remedies available to treat the different types of cough whether dry or productive (chesty). Again as with cold remedies, symptoms have to be matched to the individual. As regards the treatment of coughs in babies and toddlers, very recent evidence has shown the potential dangers of giving conventional over the counter cough mixtures and as such can no longer be recommended by health professionals (ie GPs & Pharmacists).
 | However homeopathic remedies pose no risk to newborn babies, toddlers and even pregnant mothers. So here, homeopathic remedies are the ideal option to treat coughs safely, gently and effectively. Below is given a list of commonly used remedies for coughs, however a persistent or severe cough may be a sign of a more serious condition. In such cases, professional advice must be sought. A consultation with a qualified homeopath or your GP is recommended. |
Bryonia 30c - Dry hacking cough, causes one to hold chest or head. Thirst for cold drinks but more soothed by hot ones. Worse for movement, or resting in upright position.
Dulcamara - Cough hoarse, spasmodic, worse in cold wet weather.
Hepar Sulph 30c - Croaky cough, worse in cold dry weather, aggravated by draughts, chilly, irritable. Craves hot drinks.
Phosphorus 30c - Hacking, tickly cough from larynx, aggravated by talking, by changes in temperature and by lying down, craves cold drinks but vomits as soon as fluid becomes warm in stomach.
Pulsatilla 30c - Cough dry at night, loose in morning, with yellowish greenish phlegm, tearful, not thirsty. Better in fresh air, worse in warm stuffy room.
Rumex 30c - Dry, tickly cough at back of throat, made worse by talking and by cold air and worse at night, preventing sleep.
Stannum 30c - Sweetish-tasting phlegm, dry violent evening cough. Hardly able to talk, symptoms worse by talking or laughing.
Sticta Pulmonaria 30c - Dry, hacking cough at night made worse by bringing up phlegm.
Arsenicum Alb 30c - Cough worse around midnight with wheezing, restlessness, anxious, worn out. Thirsty, better for sipping hot drinks.
Antim Tart 30c - Rattling cough from chest, which sounds full of phlegm, weakness, drowsiness. May have craving for apples.
Causticum 30c - Dry cough, raw throat, hoarseness, scanty or no phlegm. Better for cold drinks.
| Self-Help Measures Avoid dry atmospheres in home, turn down central heating. Frequent hot honey and lemon drinks will also soothe a raw throat and ease a cough. A single remedy should be given at any one time in 30c potency and may be given up to three times a day until relief of symptoms is obtained. When relief begins the remedy should be stopped and taken only if symptoms return. As mentioned earlier, for persistent symptoms, it is advisable to consult a qualified homeopathic practitioner. The remedies above can be purchased from: Fiona J McKenzie, L.lb, LCH, MHMA (Licensed & Registered Homeopath with over 15 years in practice) or from a local homeopath or alternatively they are usually obtainable from most health shops and selected pharmacies. |  |
Fiona McKenzie can be contacted at
27 Chapel Side, (off Moscow Road) London W2 4LL
Tel: 020 7229 6689
Email:office@fionamckenzie.co.uk
27 Chapel Side, (off Moscow Road) London W2 4LL
Tel: 020 7229 6689
Email:office@fionamckenzie.co.uk
Homeopathy at home course
Homeopathy can also be used at home for simple problems. If you're tired of repeated visits to the doctors and constant prescriptions of antibiotics and would like to learn a more of a safe and effective alternative... Homeopathic remedies can be used at home for simple complaints with fast and effective results and NO side effects!
On the course you will:
1. Learn how to use homeopathic remedies for home prescribing - not only for children and their common health complaints but also how to treat simple illnesses such as coughs, colds, onset of flu, sprains, upset stomachs, digestive complaints, hangovers(!), anxiety and nervous anticipation (e.g. prior to exams), insect bites, physical traumas, headaches etc.
2. Discover how often to prescribe various remedies what strength (potency) to choose and how to tell if the prescription was accurate and what to expect from the remedy. Increase your awareness of alternatives to recurrent antibiotic prescriptions.
3. Find out about 18 different remedies which are suitable not only for travel, as they are in a small, light weight, hard covered case, but also useful at home. Ideal when stuck late at night without any alternative treatment to hand.
"The course completely changed my attitude to addressing illness and symptoms. Fiona made it so clear that homoeopathy investigates and treats the specific symptoms experienced by an individual rather than merely trying to identify the illness." (Mrs A. H., Norfolk)
"This short course was very instructive. I hadn't realised it was so holistic, with wide-ranging remedies for a variety of physical and emotional problems. I am really pleased to have a good alternative to chemically based medication". (Mrs H.M., Wilts)
"I really enjoyed your course last week. Thank you so much. You were so inspirational and explained it all so clearly. I have also given my husband a remedy for some niggles and he seems impressed!" (Mrs P, W11.)
For more information about the course, for dates and prices or to book your place (places are often limited to 12 so early booking is advisable), please call : 01242 890 532 N0W!
See you soon.
Veronika
Health & Beauty Editor
Source McKenzie's Food For Thought February 2009
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