Homeopathy is based on the philosophy that the body, mind and emotions are not really separate and distinct, but are actually fully integrated. Homeopathy is a gentle, holistic system of healing, suitable for everyone, young and old. Homeopathy can be used in first aid to safely treat common ailments and occurrences.The goal of the homeopathic treatment is to encourage the body to return to a natural state of balance and health.Traditional homeopathy only applies one remedy at a time.

Homeopathy has ruled the roost in different regions of India, since its ingress in the country. Homeopathy continued to fan out and Indians found in its philosophy and principles, a reflection of their belief and culture. A large number of missionaries, amateurs in Indian civil and military service personals practiced Homoeopathy extensively and circulated this system mostly in Bengal and South India. Homeopathy is well suited for the people of India, especially the under privileged, in order to cure various ailments, as it matches the capacity of the Indian pocket.

Homoeopathy came to India as early as 1810 when a French traveler, Dr. John Martin Honigberger who learnt Homoeopathy from Dr. Samuel Hahnemann visited India and treated patients with Homoeopathy.The ancient Hindu physicians had, in fact recognized the "Law of Similars" as one of the principles of treatment. In the Bhagwat Purana, written hundred of years ago in the Bhagwat Purana - a Sanskrit couplet says "Vishaya Vishmoshashi" to which Homoeopathy took root and flourished.

Homeopathy is different from traditional medicine.Homeopathic medicines are prepared in strong, dispensable alcohol in majority of preparations. The action of homeopathic medicine is dependant on various factors like sensitivity of the diseased person, the nature of illness of the person, the pathology of the disease, various other treatment measures taken before resorting to homeopathy, etc.Some of the Homeopathy Medicines are Allium cepa,Apis, Arnica , Belladonna ,Bellis perennis ,Berberis ,Bryonia ,Calcarea carbonica Calendula ,Cantharis ,Caulophylium ,Chamomilla,Cimicifuga , etc.

Homeopathy is a holistic form of medical practice.Homeopathy usually believes in internal treatment rather than topical applications or external interventions . The diagnosis, prognosis and treatment in homeopathy is different from allopathy.The totality of the symptoms gathered -- physical, emotional and mental -- will guide the homeopath to the correct diagnosis and treatment.

The necessary elements of homeopathy as said by Hahnemann still hold true today. Homeopathy has grown to become the second most widely used system of medicine in the world. Homeopathy has the potential to transform health care, based on its safety, effectiveness, the low cost of its remedies, and its support for overall mental, emotional as well as physical health. Elements of homeopathy also enhance the mind-body connection and treatment for some chronic conditions.