Diarrhoea, often with blood and mucus, the frequent urge to pass stool or poop, cramping pains in abdomen, all these point to a stomach disorder. Inflammatory Bowel Disease refers to inflammation in the digestive tract. It includes two medical conditions:- The first is Ulcerative Colitis in which inflammation of rectum or large intestine (colon) occurs and the second condition is Crohn’s Disease, in which inflammation of any part of the gastro-intestinal tract from mouth to anus can take place but mainly the small intestine is involved. The main symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis are diarrhea containing blood or mucus, urgency or frequent desire to pass stool and tenesmus, where there is a constant urge to pass stool but the bowels cannot be moved and only scanty stool is passed. The main symptoms of Crohn’s Disease are diarrhea, cramping pains in abdomen, weight loss, anemia and joint pains. The treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease is very beneficial and completely safe as it is made of natural substances and has no side effects. Homeopathic Remedies for IBD or Inflammatory Bowel Disease can bring relief to the patient and also work to root out the causative factor. Top Homeopathic Remedies for IBD – Ulcerative Colitis Top medicines for Ulcerative colitis are Merc Cor, Colchicum, Arsenic Album, and Phosphorus 1. Mercurius Corrosivus: For Blood and Mucus in Stool in Ulcerative Colitis Mercurius Corrosivus is the top natural medicine to treat patients suffering from Ulcerative Colitis. This is the best remedy for patients in whom blood and shreds of mucus membranes are passed along with the stool. The patients …

Hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid is a condition in which thyroid gland does not produce sufficient amounts of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) required in the body. Thyroid is a two-lobed butterfly-shaped gland in the neck. It produces thyroid hormones which regulate body metabolism or simply put regulate how the body uses energy. When thyroid hormones are not produced in enough quantity, the body’s functions tend to slow down. Top Homeopathic Remedies for Hypothyroidism The top five medicines for treating hypothyroidism are Thyroidinum, Calcarea Carbonica, Natrum Mur, Sepia Officinalis and Graphites. 1. Thyroidinum – top-grade medicine for hypothyroidism Thyroidinum is known to stimulate the functioning of thyroid gland. It is suitable for persons who have a puffy face and complain of weight gain. They get tired easily and want to lie down all the time. They are over-sensitive to cold and their hands and feet remain cold. Thyroidinum also addresses skin problems arising out of an underactive thyroid. Here, it especially helps persons with extremely dry skin. Irritability, weak memory, and tingling sensation are some of the other complaints that can be redressed with this medicine.  Key indicating features 1. puffy face, weight gain and tiredness all the time 2. skin problems due to underactive thyroid Calcarea Carbonica Calcarea Carbonica is the next most important medicine used very frequently in cases of hypothyroidism. Its use is highly recommended when there is excessive weight gain as a consequence of thyroid issues. Next, it is prominently recommended when there is increased sensitivity to cold.  It also works well when there is marked weakness, which gets worse while …

Thyroid is a gland in the front of the neck that controls metabolism, or how the body turns food into energy and also affects the heart, muscles, bones and cholesterol. Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition in which the thyroid gland is overactive and produces thyroid hormones in excess. The main cause of Hyperthyroidism is Grave’s Disease. Grave’s Disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the antibodies are produced by the immune system against its own tissue and attack the thyroid gland, resulting in excessive production of thyroid hormones. This leads to Hyperthyroidism. The symptoms may include quick loss of weight, fast hearbeat, sweating profusely, and feeling moody. Homeopathic remedies for Hyperthyroidism are completely safe and strike at the root cause of Hyperthyroidism. Top Homeopathic Remedies for Hyperthyroidism 1. Lodium: For Hyperthyroidism with quick weight loss Lodium is one of the best natural medicines for treating Hyperthyroidism. This remedy is mainly prescribed for patients of Hyperthyroidism who lose weight quickly despite having a good appetite. Such patients need something to eat at very short intervals and always feel better while eating. Feeling excessive heat in body and wanting to stay in a cool environment are the other symptoms. Mentally the person is very anxious about present issues and not about future.  Lodium also works very well in relieving Hyperthyroid patients from excessive palpitations which get worse from even slight exertion. Extreme weakness is a common symptom described by patients and the weakness is mainly felt on going upstairs. 2. Natrum Muriaticum: For Hyperthyroidism …

Hyperkeratosis is a condition in which the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the skin that has keratinized cells) layer of the skin gets thickened. Our skin has broadly three layers. The outermost layer is epidermis. Beneath epidermis lies the dermis layer. And last layer lying below the dermis is known as hypodermis.  Homeopathic medicines slow down the production of keratin by keratinocyte cells and help reduce the thickening of skin layers. The top homeopathic medicines for hyperkeratosis are Petroleum Oleum, Antimonium Crudum, and Graphites Naturalis. Homeopathic Treatment of Hyperkeratosis Hyperkeratosis can be well-treated with homeopathy. Homeopathic remedies treat hyperkeratosis in a very mild, safe, and gentle manner. These are selected individually for every case as per the sign and symptom presentation. Some prominently indicated homeopathic medicines for treating hyperkeratosis include Petroleum Oleum, Antimonium Crudum, Graphites Naturalis, Thuja Occidentalis and Arsenic Album. These homeopathic medicines treat hyperkeratosis without any side effects. Homeopathic Medicines for Hyperkeratosis Petroleum Oleum – Natural Medicines for Hyperkeratosis with Intensely Thick Skin Petroleum is an effective homeopathic medicine for hyperkeratosis with intensely thick skin. The skin becomes very hard and rough, and cuts and cracks are often present. These may bleed. Thick crusts on the skin, itching, and burning in the skin lesions are also present. The lesions may be painful and extremely sensitive to touch. Antimonium Crudum – Effective Medicine for Hyperkeratosis Causing Corns and Callus Antimonium Crudum is a natural homeopathic medicine used to treat hyperkeratosis where there is a formation of corns and callus. The …

Hydrocele refers to the swelling in the scrotum that holds the testicles due to the collection of excessive fluid in the sheath (tunica vaginalis) surrounding a testicle. Hydrocele can be congenital i.e. a child may be born with hydrocele or it may develop later in life. The causes of hydrocele developing late in life are inflammation or injury within the scrotum. Homeopathy is a very safe, effective, and non-invasive alternative treatment option for cases of hydrocele. Hydrocele, which is considered a surgical condition in the conventional mode of treatment, can be treated magnificently with homeopathic medicines. Homeopathic medicines stop the further progression of this condition and help to reduce swelling in the scrotum by aiding fluid absorption collected in the sheath around the testicle. Along with swelling, they also help to relieve any associated symptoms such as pain or dragging sensation. Homeopathic medicines for hydrocele are of natural origin, making them very gentle, safe, and harmless for use in children as well as adults. They treat hydrocele naturally and do not carry any toxic side effects. One may also easily discontinue homeopathic medicine on the advised homeopathic protocol after the desired outcome is obtained. Homeopathic medicines for hydrocele are prescribed based on the principle of individualization in every case. Individualization means selecting medicines based on the characteristic key symptoms in every case. So, it is advised to always consult a homeopathic doctor to get the best results as self-medication might not help here. The prescription of the medicines, potency selection, dosage, and repetition vary from …

Hydrastis Canadensis is commonly known by the names Goldenseal, Orange Root and Yellow Root . It belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. The thick, yellow rhizome (stem of a plant with nodes) of the herb is used to extract the medicine. It is indigenous to the United States and Canada and was introduced in Europe in the 18th century. It is also widely grown in India. As a homeopathic remedy, it is primarily used for ailments related to the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, ears, and female organs. Hydrastis Canadensis: Preparation The homeopathic remedy Hydrastis Canadensis is prepared from the rhizome of the herb called Goldenseal. For the preparation of the medicine, first, the rhizome is freshly cut, which further undergoes the process of cleaning and chopping. The chopped fragments are then soaked in distilled alcohol for some time, after which it is strained and diluted to the desired degree. It is then subjected to the homeopathic process of Succussion, which is a type of oscillatory process done to obtain the desired potency of the medicine. The ‘Hydrastis’ Constitution It is well suited to people who have a feeble constitution and who get easily tired. It also works well for chronic alcoholics who have broken down their system by excess use of alcohol. The skin is generally pale, and the patient is susceptible to contracting jaundice. Hydrastis Canadensis: Drug Action The herb has a chemical in it called Berberine, which is known to work against many harmful bacteria and fungi, making it …