Stressed Out Help By Eugenie Rowson, author of There's a remedy for that!

Homeopathy is a natural system of medicine that uses minute doses of ingredientsfrom plants, minerals and other natural substances, to stimulate the body's own healing mechanisms. Homeopathy treats the individual as a whole, rather than focusing on a specific disease or disorder, and recognises that body and mind cannot be separated.  Homeopathy strives to restore balance on a mental, emotional, spiritual and physical level.

More and more people all over the world are turning to homeopathy as a safe, gentle and effective system of medicine. Homeopathic remedies can be safely used by pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, infants, the elderly and even animals!

In addition, many parents are becoming more and more aware of and concerned about the side effects of conventional medicines, many of which act by suppressing or masking a person's symptoms, rather than addressing the underlying cause of the disorder or dis-ease. Homeopathic remedies boost resistance and immunity, work quickly (contrary to popular misconceptions), and do not compromise digestion.

Homeopathy provides one of the most effective modern-day treatments of mental and emotional disorders. It works by restoring balance to an out-of-synch system.

There are many homeopathic remedies that can be used to treat stress-related conditions such as anxiety, tension, mental fatigue and burn-out. The following selection of remedies will ease the emotional and physical symptoms of panic, stress, anxiety and mental exhaustion, gently and without any side-effects.
Choose the remedy (or remedies) below (in a 200c potency) that best describes your symptoms. You will be amazed how effective these remedies are! Every home should have a good selection of remedies on hand for use during these stressful modern times.

In the following selection there's something for busy, overworked Dad, exhausted and worn-out super-Mom, children dealing with the stresses and strains of school and growing up, and even the sleep-deprived baby.

Nux Vom 200c
Fussy about order and accuracy; highly impatient and irritable. Talks, eats, walks quickly. Liable to sudden outbursts of rage during extreme stress and is unduly exasperated over contradiction and trifles – feels better after a good blow-up. Known as the workaholic’s remedy. Good for those who are over-sensitive to and irritated by strong odours, noise, cold and draughts.

What Genie says about Nux Vom: "Especially helpful at the end of a long and trying day! My husband often suggests that I take a dose of this particular remedy!"

Sepia 200c
For moodiness and depression (particularly in women) that includes tearfulness, anger, a desire to run away and escape, feeling over-burdened, desperate, unable to cope or about to lose control; exhausted after prolonged stress and strain, argumentative (particularly with loved ones). Fear is also a prominent emotion – the fear of going mad, of having some incurable dis-ease, or of impending doom! This remedy has saved many a relationship and marriage.

What Genie says about Sepia: "If I could take only one remedy with me to a desert island (out of approximately the 5 000 available), then it would definitely be Sepia. This is my favourite women's remedy. Excellent for promoting hormonal balance at any stage of life."

Lycopodium 200c
For lack of self-confidence and courage. Apprehensive about forthcoming events. Weak memory. Constant fear of breaking down under stress. Little things annoy; extremely sensitive. Melancholic. You may feel that your brain power is fading. Good for calming exam nerves or fear of public speaking.

What Genie says about Lycopodium: Try this remedy for hair loss; premature balding or greying, particularly in men. Also boosts virility and vitality."

Kali Phos 200c
An essential brain, nerve, heart and lung nutrient which calms the nervous system and improves symptoms of anxiety, general melancholy, panic, nervous tension, insomnia, depression and hyper-sensitivity. One of the greatest nerve remedies. For mental and/or physical exhaustion with anxiety brought on by excitement, overwork or worry. Brain fag, possibly accompanied by poor memory, irritability and dizziness.

What Genie says about Kali Phos: "A great remedy for students and executives - and even harried mums! Use this remedy for mental and physical exhaustion."

Chamomilla 200c
For the person who feels angry, peevish and is impossible to please.

What Genie says about Chamomilla: "This is a great remedy for pain, irritability, anger and impatience. It is also a long-trusted remedy for teething babies and is known as the remedy for temper tantrums!"

Coffea 200c
Promotes a deep restful sleep. A wonderful remedy for sleeplessness caused by much mental activity and flow of ideas. For those times when you just can’t switch off.

What Genie says about Coffea: "This is a fantastic remedy for an excitable or inconsolable baby at bedtime, and a Godsend for babies who keep waking during the night. Coffea will help the whole family get a good night's rest."

Visit the author's web site  www.theresaremedyforthat.com for lots more information on homeopathy.

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