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\u00a0<\/strong>What<\/strong> exactly is homeopathy? <\/strong><\/p>\n

Founded more than 200 years ago, this therapy is rich in clinical observations that have been verified and revalidated ever since. It differs from other so-called alternative, natural or complementary medicines because it is all this at once.1<\/sup><\/strong> Homeopathy is a therapeutic based on the premise that each individual is endowed with a natural defence mechanism with the ability to maintain and restore his health. It is called \u201cindividualized\u201d since it considers each individual to be unique, and therefore the symptoms present in a patient are those to be treated. To elicit the reaction of the natural defence mechanism, homeopathy uses substances capable of producing the same symptoms as those to be treated in the individual. 2<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

Homeopathy is used by more than 200 million patients as well as thousands of practitioners around the world 3<\/sup><\/strong>. In Canada, 4.9 million people use homeopathy to care or self-care differently, with a satisfaction rate of 77%. 4<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

Homeopathy supported by science?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many studies have demonstrated the positive effect or effectiveness of this therapy. There are more than 13,400 searchable articles on homeopathy, including 9,500 clinical studies. In addition to human case studies including pharmacoepidemiological studies. There is also basic research conducted on plant, animal and cellular models.5<\/sup><\/strong>Homeopathyisattheheartofscience.<\/p>\n

By the end of 2021, 255 randomized controlled trials of homeopathic treatment for 136 medical conditions had been published in peer-reviewed journals 6<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

Homeopathy: an ecological therapy? 7<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

By definition, homeopathy is ecological. The active ingredients in homeopathic medicines are made from\u00a0plants, animals, minerals, or other raw substances\u00a0found in nature. And because of the homeopathic extraction and dilution process, only a small amount of these precious resources is needed. As a result, there are no issues with over-consumption or exhausting natural resources. It\u2019s a win-win for sustainability and health.<\/p>\n

When it comes to manufacturing, homeopathy also redefines what it means to be \u201cclean.\u201d Traditional pharmaceutical research and development involve chemical synthesis and complicated purification processes, which are extremely resource- and energy-intensive. In fact, the little waste that is generated is almost exclusively biodegradable.<\/p>\n

Homeopathy: more than medicines, but a system of care 8<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

Recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a system of care, homeopathic therapy uses homeopathic medicines, health professionals and a philosophy of care that is based on several foundations, namely the effectiveness and safety of homeopathic medicines, prevention, the patient as an actor in his health, comprehensive patient care and an individualized and personalized approach to care.<\/p>\n

A reliable therapy and generally presenting no risk for patients, homeopathy also meets the major public health challenges defined by the World Health Organization:<\/p>\n