Homeopathy’s Hidden History
It may come as a shock to some that we weren’t always so dismissive of homeopathy. In fact, in the early 19th century, before politics and money intervened, most medical schools in the United States plus dozens across Europe were homeopathic medical schools and had many dedicated homeopathic hospitals. It was widely and successfully used to treat major epidemics of its time like cholera, yellow fever, scarlet fever and the 1918 Spanish flu whilst conventional allopathic medicine was blood letting, using mercury and leeches to cure. Then in 1910, medicine turned its back on nature after a billionaire discovered that he could turn his petrochemicals into medicine and synthetic vitamins.
After that the Flexner report was created and declared all natural medicine unscientific quackery, manipulating the face of healthcare. Behind it? A couple of greedy billionaires and business moguls — Andrew Carnegie and JD Rockefeller. They gave medical schools conditional funding dependent on their use of pharmaceuticals and surgical procedures.
Within a few years, schools teaching homeopathy, naturopathy, herbal medicine, energy therapies and midwifery were shut down. They were told to eliminate these courses or lose accreditation and funding. The report cemented the dominance of allopathic medicine using pharmaceuticals and surgery over holistic approaches. This was all about profit, not healing. JD Rockefeller continued to use his own private homeopath despite going after homeopathic and traditional medicine. The royal family have their own private homeopath and use homeopathy often. The Queen even attributed its use to curing her hay fever.
As the collective consciousness increases we are going full circle back to what was hidden and what the ancients always knew — that nature heals.
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Homeopathy was founded in 1796 by a German Medical Doctor called Samuel Hahneman. Frustrated with the harsh modern medicine available at the time that often did more harm than good and included mercury use and blood letting he sought a medicine that could more gently, holistically and permanently restore health.
Through extensive research and study he found that a substance that could cause illness in a healthy patient could be used to cure those same symptoms in a sick one under the principle of “like cures like”. He began experimenting and discovered that the lower the dose of the medication, the greater its effectiveness and safety from side effects. It is based on a holistic approach that treats the individual as a whole tailored to each persons unique physical, mental and emotionally characteristics rather than focusing on specific, isolated symptoms. It is founded on the belief that the body can cure itself by triggering a natural healing response using highly diluted substances.
His ideas gained popularity because of its effectiveness leading to the establishment of homeopathic schools and practices worldwide
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Remedies are made from natural substances such as those from the plant, mineral or animal kingdom. These remedies are prepared through a process called potentization which involves repeated serial dilution and shaking. Hahneman discovered that doing this enhanced the remedy’s healing properties while eliminating toxicity making it both safe and gentle for everyone to use including pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and pets.
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The vital force is the life energy that maintains homeostasis, health and harmony within the body. It exists within every living organism. In Traditional Chinese Medicine they call this energy Chi and in Ayurveda they call it Prana. The belief being that disease arises when this force is disturbed or out of balance and homeopathic remedies aim to correct this imbalance. Symptoms are a sign of this disharmony
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Homeopathic medicine is concerned with addressing the root cause of your health condition. We take a holistic approach to healthcare factoring in all aspects of your health such as your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. I will go though a deep and thorough health history even looking to your ancestors state of health to gather a full picture of health to understand the underlying cause. People come to me with labels from doctors and we certainly take this into account but we want to understand the person with the disease so we can truly get to the root of why it has manifested.
Homeopathic medicine can swiftly help with almost any condition from minor acutes like coughs, headaches, digestive upsets and fevers through to more chronic conditions like recurrent strep throat, GERD, food allergies, depression, insomnia, ADHD/PANS/PANDAS, eczema, hormonal imbalances, chronic pain, thyroid conditions, POTS, endo, fertility issues and many more
“Homoeopathy is a progressive and aggressive step in medicine.”
Why more families ARE turning to Homeopathy
Modern families are increasingly seeking out natural, holistic, non-toxic alternatives to support their health and wellbeing. Homeopathy offers a safe and side effect free approach that doesn’t just address symptoms but actually gets to what’s underlying them.
Parents can utilise homeopathy for support with:
Childhood illnesses and immunity
The ups and downs of hormonal transitions like perimenopause and puberty
Addictions and negative patterns
Fertility or childbirth
Stress, overwhelm and sleep
Long-standing or recurring health complaints
Support for children with ADHD/ASD/PANDAS/PANS or complex needs
Emotional wellbeing and behavioural support
With homeopathy you don’t have to stress about late night doctors calls or feeling flustered about what to do if your child is experiencing uncomfortable symptoms. Theres very likely a remedy for that! Couple of doses of our teething blend for example and calm will come over them and they’ll be back out to sleep. It truly is remarkable how quickly you can get relief when you find the right remedy. Homeopathy is cost effective and can be used safely alongside medications, during pregnancy, childbirth and even for babies and pets making it a trusted option for the whole family to benefit from.
Managing minor issues at home with a home care kit and having a trusted homeopathic practitioner on hand for when more complex issues arise is the new flex in holistic living for conscious families.
MODERN MEDICINE, A TIME AND A PLACE
We are at an incredible time in history where many individuals are realising that the modern healthcare system is failing us and is exceptionally limited. While medicine can treat illness it does not inherently lead to health. More troublingly, the medical industrial complex is not structured to incentivise health but rather the ongoing management of sickness. But why would the healthcare industry be set up in such a way that it isn’t designed to promote health? Quite simply, and sadly, because there is more money in medicine than there is in health. The healthcare system, despite its name, does not exist to ensure health — it exists to practice medicine. It is fantastic in medical emergencies. If you lose a limb or get into an accident, getting to a hospital for immediate care and attention is critical and vitally necessary. In today’s modern world however we’ve come to rely on pharmaceuticals and unnecessary medical procedures to undo a very toxic way of living. These days we laser, surgically remove, inject, medicate, freeze, burn and chop our way through many preventable health issues. Removing organs or medicating symptoms doesn’t address the cause of why has this issue surfaced in the first place? Almost always the growths and imbalances come back because the cause was never addressed. Theres now a pill for every ill and we far too often don’t think twice about partaking in these often intrusive and unnecessary interventions. For all of our modern medical and scientific advances, we are ironically more sick than ever. Modern living with all of it conveniences has made us drift very far from true wellness. Screens, lack of nature, human connection, grounding, not enough proper nutritious foods and daily sunlight have depleted not only our bodies but our spirits too. Addressing symptoms with medicine is not the same as addressing the root cause and this is where medicine is incredibly limited.
This is where homeopathy truly shines. If utilised as a first point of call, it has the potential to reduce the load on hospitals giving women and their families a natural holistic solution to everyday ills and symptoms at home without the toxic load or harsh negative side effects.
“The main reason for the failure of the modern medical science is that it is dealing with results and not causes.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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This really comes down to a number of factors. What type of illness are you suffering? What’s your age and overall health like? Are you hypersensitive? If so, this can slow things down a little. How long has the client had the condition? With chronic conditions, patterns take time to develop and they also take time to unwind. The most sustainable healing usually shows up as steady, gradual improvement from week to week rather than overnight change which is why I highly recommend if you are serious about trying homeopathic treatment for your condition that you book in one of my packages so that you have a minimum of x3 appointments with me to start seeing results. Sometimes we have to detox past medical interventions first before we can really go deeper into treating you.
Occasionally clients experience an immediate shift in symptoms after only a few weeks. For acute (short-term) ailments, treatment can be very rapid. Long standing complaints however do often take time. Homeopathy resolves issues from the root. Remember, we’re not palliating symptoms we are getting to the cause of why they have manifested in the first place and this often won’t be an overnight resolution. It takes patience.
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In a consultation we’ll often explore what you’re seeking support for - the main reason you’ve sought homeopathic care. From there we dive deep into your health history looking at what ailments or diseases tend to run in your family, what makes your symptoms better or worse, what was going on in your life at the time of their manifestation etc. From here i’ll go off into some unique aspects that make you - you! What your food preferences are and how you tend to handle stress for example or what your personality is like.
In short, it can be a little bit like a therapy session. You are free to tell me your life story without interruption, judgement or pressure. Sometimes it can be emotional as for some it's the first time their story has ever been witnessed and shared with another which in itself can be deeply healing. Many times clients have left telling me they felt lighter after our consult.
Acute consultations are only 20 minutes long and only require us to look more closely at the main symptoms of the case.
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In short, I have been where you are now and I have lived experience of what it takes to overcome chronic conditions having healed myself of over 30 symptoms and coming off of several different pharmaceuticals. I know exactly how bumpy that ride can be and this gives me tremendous insight into what it takes to overcome it. Because of this understanding I combine all of the knowledge I have gained during my recovery process and have found it to be helpful for many different cases and symptom presentations. Not all practitioners are trained in mind-body medicine and having this kind of support is vital to get well in chronic cases.
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Absolutely. It’s safe for children, infants, during pregnancy and breastfeeding and even animals to take. Yes, your pet can benefit from your homeopathic first aid kit too!
Homeopathy is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding but I always say when pregnant or breastfeeding please consult a professional homeopath or medical doctor first. Some remedies can be better avoided in the first trimester.
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Yes. Healthcare shouldn’t be inaccessible for some which is why I have purposely tried to make all my fees and packages affordable so homeopathy is accessible to everyone. I offer payment plans for packages and if you’re interested in this please just reach out and we can help you with that
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You just need to fill out a health questionnaire that will be immediately emailed to you at the time of booking. This intake form will include information about your health condition and how you’ve been managing it so far and ask for some medical history just so I have some back story information on hand before we dive deeper in your consultation. It will also include things around your diet and lifestyle and your current stress levels, moods and emotional state.
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We understand that sometimes life happens, but appointment times are reserved specifically for you and late changes impact our busy schedule. To ensure fairness and availability, at least 48 hours notice is required for cancellations or changes to appointments.
Cancellations or reschedules with less than 48 hours notice, or missed without notice and your appointment will incur a 50% fee equal to that of the consultation cost to cover the reserved appointment time. Cancellations with 48 hours or more notice will not incur a fee.
Failures to attend your appointment or reschedules made with less than 24 hours notice are considered a missed appointment. In these cases the full consultation fee applies and will be invoiced to you or charged to the card we have on file.
Late arrivals - If you arrive late to your consultation, the session will still end at the end of the scheduled time to respect other clients. Missed time cannot be extended or refunded.
Refunds - Consultation fees are non-refundable once the appointment has taken place. Refunds are not provided for change of mind, missed appointments or dissatisfaction with outcomes, as individual responses and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
Discretion may be applied in exceptional circumstances.
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Yes. Homeopathy works well with all kinds of other therapies like acupuncture, massage, chiro, craniosacral therapy, reiki etc. Homeopathy will not interfere with other medication, though some medication can suppress your immune system and prevent you from getting the full benefit of homeopathic remedies. Some medications are lifelong or very much necessary and cannot be stopped, epilepsy for example. Homeopathy can still be of use and stabilise the vital force in situations such as these.
Very often with homeopathic support you may find you need less medication as your condition improves. You must consult your physician to determine if, how and when to taper off medication gradually.
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Short answer, no.
However, there can be what we call a “healing response". This is a temporary worsening of symptoms such as increase in mucous, old symptoms resurfacing, rash breakout, stomach or bowel changes etc. This is usually temporary lasting only a few days as the body detoxes and shifts out old ‘stuff’. The benefits seen after are usually worth any initial aggravations.
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Because when it comes to your health we know that quality and convenience matters. Virtual care with Kyndred gives you the flexibility to access the care you need from the comfort of your own home — without the hassle of traveling, organising a babysitter or taking time off. It also gives patients from around the world the opportunity to meet with Violet and get her help, knowledge and care without the need to be local making this wonderful system of medicine more accessible for all.
Hippocrates - The Father of Medicine