CATHERINE SMITH HOMEOPATH

I have been looking back through my patients, and it struck me that over the years I have had quite a few patients who have really benefitted from Homeopathy for their dental and oral health. I remember one lady who came to see me with terrible mouth ulcers. She had been having very frequent attacks with as many as 10 ulcers at a time. She was very distressed, as her pain was almost unbearable. After talking to her at length about her symptoms and how they had started, I dec

A sore throat has to be one of the most distressing ailments for both adults and children. A bad sore throat is horrible, partly because the usual suggested medicines like paracetamol are often very ineffective. If you are able to look at the sore throat, it is worth noting how it looks. Is it just red? If the tonsils are swollen, are there spots or ulcers visible? And think carefully about how it feels. Is the pain worse on one side? Is it more painful to eat or drink, or ju

Natural remedies for Bumps, cuts and scrapes... ​ ARNICA This is often the first homeopathic remedy many families encounter. It is used in cream or ointment form for bumps and bruises, soothing and helping them to heal and fade much more quickly. In pill form, it is used to help with the shock of falls, accidents, strains and trauma, even when there is no obvious physical injury. Arnica cream can be used freely on bumps, bruises and strains but avoid using if the skin is brok

What can you treat at home? Homeopathy is a very safe form of medicine. However, it should be used with care, and with an understanding of when to seek professional help. Home prescribing is usually recommended for what might be described as ACUTE ailments. These are illnesses and symptoms that given time would normally start to improve themselves. Homeopathy can be used to speed the healing process and minimise discomfort. However, some acute illnesses can come on very quick

What can you treat at home? Homeopathy is a very safe form of medicine. However, it should be used with care, and with an understanding of when to seek professional help. Home prescribing is usually recommended for what might be described as ACUTE ailments. These are illnesses and symptoms that given time would normally start to improve themselves. Homeopathy can be used to speed the healing process and minimise discomfort. However, some acute illnesses can come on very quick

The common cold is a viral infection caused by one of over 100 different viruses. It will vary in it’s symptoms and their severity according to the suseptability of the individual. Symptoms include runny or blocked nose, blocked sinuses, fever, sore throat and congestion in the chest causing a cough. The first three days can produce chills and muscle aches reminiscent of influenza, and after about three days a bacterial infection often sets in causing discharges to change fro

The common cold is a viral infection caused by one of over 100 different viruses. It will vary in it’s symptoms and their severity according to the suseptability of the individual. Symptoms include runny or blocked nose, blocked sinuses, fever, sore throat and congestion in the chest causing a cough. The first three days can produce chills and muscle aches reminiscent of influenza, and after about three days a bacterial infection often sets in causing discharges to change fro

Homeopathy can help with all of these symptoms by helping to balance the hormones and easing the transition from one phase of life to the ne

The menopause is a phase of life that inspires dread for many women. Often, women have heard horror stories of hot flushes, night sweats, insomnia, irritability and more. But it doesn't have to be this way! Some women are lucky enough to sail through the menopause, but for those who need a little extra help, homeopathy is a brilliant way to ease the symptoms and experience the menopause in a more positive light. What is menopause, exactly? Menopause is the point at which you

Vaccination is a hugely debated topic. It brings up high emotions in those both for and against vaccination, and it can be a minefield for new parents who want to find out a little more before making a the choice to vaccinate or not. As a homeopath I passionately support the right of every parent to choose what is right for them, and I treat children from both vaccinating and non-vaccinating families in my practice daily. I thought I would share how I made the descision for m

Vaccination is a hugely debated topic. It brings up high emotions in those both for and against vaccination, and it can be a minefield for new parents who want to find out a little more before making a the choice to vaccinate or not. As a homeopath I passionately support the right of every parent to choose what is right for them, and I treat children from both vaccinating and non-vaccinating families in my practice daily. I thought I would share how I made the descision for m