Homeopathy for Detoxification and Revitalization

Detoxification is a series of processes that occur daily in our bodies. The liver, intestines, kidneys, skin, sweat glands and lymph nodes all aid the body in breaking down and eliminating impurities from the blood that we are exposed to, or produce naturally.

Sleep is fundamental in detoxification and rejuvenation. Getting into bed before 10:30pm is essential. There is a saying “Every hour of sleep before midnight is worth two after midnight.” Your body repairs and restores functions like tissue repair and muscle growth mostly during sleep.

There is a fantastic homeopathic remedy to aid in falling asleep called Valeriana 6C. This remedy can be taken if you know you will have difficulty falling asleep, or if you wake during the night and have trouble falling back to sleep. Keep a vial of this sleep-inducing remedy on your night table and take 1 pellet as needed.

Homeopathy can support our bodies in a natural detox program by gently stimulating the natural processes of elimination.

In my practice, detoxification can occur through homeopathy by 2 different pathways. The first being constitutional prescribing. This is where the homeopath takes the whole body into remedy consideration and after a thorough case taking, a carefully selected remedy is chosen and prescribed. This stimulates the body’s innate ability to heal, repair and restore. This is an excellent healing modality when the body is overwhelmed by stress, environmental toxins, poor diet, chronic infection or illness. Homeopathy can be used along side any other forms of medicines without complications or interactions.

The second pathway is a more organ specific homeopathic prescription for detoxification.

Nux Vomica is probably one of the most well-known remedies for detoxification. This remedy centers it’s action around the liver and stomach. Is used when there is over indulgence of any stimulant. This can be food, alcohol, coffee, drugs, and even too much light and noise stimulation. Generally, the symptoms center around the gastrointestinal tract with colic, cramping and constipation which are all relieved by warmth applications or warm drinks. The nervous system can also be affected with light or noise sensitivity and insomnia.

Phytolacca-This remedy is used in drainage of the lymphatic system. Especially when there is glandular swelling with heat and inflammation. This includes the glands of the breast, saliva and tonsils. This is a fantastic remedy for mastitis as well as sore throats with pain that radiates to the ears.

Calendula- Because skin is one of our largest organs, I couldn’t discuss detoxification and rejuvenation without including this wonderful skin healer. Calendula can be used topically as an antiseptic to prevent infection in any skin wound. Place 1 pellet of Calendula 30C in 500 ml of water and apply with a cotton ball topically to any skin lesions, rashes or wounds. It can also be taken internally in homeopathic potency any time skin healing is necessary. It is an astringent and will help to control bleeding anytime there is a cut, dental extraction or incision. It’s healing properties also aid in scar healing and prevention.

Homeopathic tissue salts are an excellent way to support the body through detoxification by activating the metabolism, the immune system and strengthening the body’s circulation and connective tissue. They clean, neutralize acid, remineralize and strengthen the body’s ability to heal. There are 12 tissue salts and each one aids the body in a different way. Here is a basic coverage of each of the salts:

1. Calcarea Flourica 6x-Elasticity of muscles and ligaments, important for the walls of blood vessels, bones and tooth enamel

2. Calcarea Phosphorica 6x-Cell Builder and tonic, needed for blood, connective tissue, teeth and bones

3. Calcarea Sulphurica 6x- Blood Purifier and cleanser, works on the liver, blood and bile; skin healer, acne reducer

4. Ferrum Phosphoricum 6x- Natural anti-Inflammatory, oxygen transporter, anti-haemorrhagic, strengthens blood vessels, also known as “homeopathic iron”

5. Kalium Muriaticum 6x- Detoxifying agent, conditions the blood and lymphatic systems, glandular tonic, relieves minor respiratory ailments, essential for bone, blood and nerve tissue development

6. Kalium Phosphoricum 6x- Nerve soother and Brain cell agent, eases stress, brings a calm and general feeling of well-being

7. Kalium Sulphuricum 6x- Cell oxygenator, any skin conditions with thick yellow, sticky or scaly eruptions, great for ear infections

8. Magnesium Phosphoricum 6x- Anti-spasmotic, pain and cramp reliever, great for muscle cramps, especially in the legs

9. Natrum Muriaticum 6x- Water distributor, eases constipation, hay fever, itchy, watery eyes

10. Natrum Phosphoricum 6x- Acid neutralizer, eases digestion, great for heartburn and gout

11.Natrum Sulphuricum 6x- Liver cleanser, a diuretic and toxin cleanser, helps to digest fatty foods

12. Silica 6x-Skin and connective tissue conditioner, great for skin and nails

Tissue salts can be taken as needed up to 6 times a day. Use them in your daily living, they are a great way to introduce homeopathy into your life with gentle support for you and your family.