Homeopathic Dos and Don’ts

• Do take remedies 30 minutes before or after eating because food may interfere with absorption.
• Do consult with a qualified homeopath if you don’t respond to a remedy after two or three doses. Ask about his or her experience, training, and certification.
• Don’t expose remedies to direct sunlight, magnets, or strong odors like camphor, paint, and chemicals.
• Don’t treat every little ache and pain, says homeopath Nancy Gahles, DC, CCH. “Trust the body’s ability to heal itself.”

Possible Remedies for common conditions

• Colds > Aconite, Pulsatilla
• Headache > Belladonna, Bryonia
• Muscle aches > Arnica montana, Magnesium phosphoricum
• Nausea > Cocculus indicus, Nux vomica
• Seasonal allergies > Allium cepa, Wyethia

Note: Many homeopathic kits include doses. When in doubt, consult an experienced homeopath or qualified health care practitioner.