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Featured Articles When the Clouds Finally Break, 18 It’s Blue Skies Ahead A depressed patient, patience, and a zigzag path to the best remedy 18 By Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND, MSW, DHANP How to Comfort a Cough, Naturally 28 Seven sound remedies for kids … and adults, too! By Rachel Rozelle, ND Unwinding the Prescribing Cascade 32 Well-meant meds, a merry-go-round of misery: How Sasha regained her balance By Amy Rothenberg, ND, DHANP Teaching Kids Homeopathy: Lesson 3 40 Toxic or Just Water: What Are the Medicines? By Paola Brown, M.ED 28

NCH NEWS 6 From The NCH Board of Directors 8 JAHC 2020 — NCH Presents Three Prestigious Service Awards IN MEMORIAM 10 In Memory and Tribute: Jean H. Hoagland HOMEOPATHY FOR ANIMALS 14 Arrows or Dog Bites — Homeopathy Helps! REMEDIES IN ACTION 16 Sam’s Story: A Boy on the Autistic Spectrum JAHC 2021 24 A First Look at the JAHC 2021 Lineup 32 COMMUNITY 37 Working with Skeptics NCH ADVOCACY 43 Becoming Culturally Aware BOOK REVIEW 44 My Chicken Thinks I’m A Quack: And Other Side Effects of Practicing Natural Medicine CONTRIBUTIONS 45 Thank You! THE GREATEST GIFT 46 A Champion for Homeopathy: Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman

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DESIGNER Disclaimer Taramin Stuber Advertisements are not considered an endorsement by NCH of the advertiser, or of the product or service involved. NCH is not responsible for any claims made in an ad. Homeo-Speak acute illness: A condition that is usually brief in duration and self-limiting; that is, either the illness runs its course or the patient dies—as opposed to chronic illness that usually develops more slowly, lasts indefinitely, results in deterioration of health, and does not resolve without some sort of healing intervention. Examples: acute illness—colds, flu, earinfections; chronic illness—arthritis, hyper tension, diabetes. characteristic symptom: A symptom of an unusual nature—strange, rare, peculiar, striking—that gives the case a pronounced individuality (i.e., “characterizes” the case). For example, chilliness with desire for ice cold drinks, or dizziness that is better from motion. Such a symptom often points directly to the curative remedy. chronic illness: (See acute illness.) What is Homeopathy? common symptoms: Symptoms that are commonly found in a particular disease, for example, spots in measles or swollen glands in mumps. omeopathy is a safe, effective system of natural medicine, constitutional treatment: Treating the whole person, rather than the used by millions of people worldwide for more than 200 symptoms alone, thereby attempting to enhance the general level of health H years to achieve wellness. Homeopathic medicines are rather than just getting rid of the symptoms. prepared from natural sources, are used in extremely small amounts, materia medica: Latin for “materials of medicine.” A reference book listing and are recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. They homeopathic medicines and their therapeutic actions/indications. This are non-toxic and, when properly administered, can be safely used information comes primarily from the provings of the medicines; also from with infants, children, adults, and animals. clinical observation.

How does homeopathy differ from miasm: A block to health, usually left by a disease. This can be inherited or conventional medicine? acquired and is an obstacle to cure. Homeopathy is based on the principle that “like cures like.” That is, Organon: The Organon of Medicine, by Samuel Hahnemann, founder of if a substance can cause symptoms of disease in a healthy person, homeopathy, is the book in which he set down the fundamental principles of then it can cure a sick person suffering from similar symptoms. homeopathy. He wrote 6 editions, the last in 1842; current homeopaths refer Suppose a person has hay fever, with watery eyes and a burning primarily to the 6th and sometimes the 5th editions. nasal discharge. Instead of giving an antihistamine to dry up the potency: The strength of a homeopathic remedy according to the number discharge, a homeopath might prescribe Allium cepa—a tiny of times, during preparation, it has been diluted and succussed (i.e., dose of onion, specially prepared by a homeopathic pharmacy potentized). Potency is represented as a number attached to a remedy name in accordance with FDA-approved guidelines—because onion is (e.g., Aconite 30c or Arnica 6X—the letter c or X refers to two different known to cause watery eyes and a burning nasal discharge. methods of dilution during remedy preparation). Homeopathy regards symptoms as the body’s healthy attempt proving: The testing of a substance, either in crude form or in potency, on to restore itself to balance. A homeopath will choose a remedy healthy volunteers to discover the symptoms it is capable of producing, and that supports the symptoms—rather than opposing them or therefore able to cure. Participants in a proving record their symptoms; the suppressing them as in conventional medicine. symptoms are collated and used as therapeutic indications for prescribing Homeopathy recognizes that each person manifests illness in a that substance. unique and slightly different way. That is why two people with the repertorize: To look up symptoms in a repertory, in order to determine same illness will not necessarily receive the same homeopathic which remedy or remedies is common to the presenting symptoms. remedy. A cold sufferer with a stopped-up nose and dry eyes repertory: An index to the materia medica; an index of symptoms (based would receive a different remedy than a cold sufferer with a runny on the materia medica) with a list of remedies indicated for each symptom. nose and watering eyes. Unlike the “one size fits all” approach rubric: A symptom listed in a homeopathic repertory. often used in conventional medicine, a homeopath chooses a remedy that matches a person’s unique symptom profile—including simillimum: The “most similar” remedy corresponding to a case; the physical, mental, and emotional symptoms. remedy that most closely matches the totality of the symptoms of the patient, and therefore, is curative according to homeopathic principles. What is homeopathy’s history? suppression: The driving inward of disease symptoms, so that a person The principles of homeopathy were developed into a system of experiences more serious symptoms than they originally had. medicine by the German physician Samuel Hahnemann vital force: Term used by Hahnemann to describe the energy that animates (1755–1843). Homeopathy spread quickly throughout Europe all living beings. The vital force is stimulated by the homeopathic remedy to and the rest of the world, including the U.S. The exact mechanism enable the body to heal itself. by which homeopathy works is unknown, but 200 years of The above definitions were largely adapted from the following excellent refer- clinical experience along with hundreds of peer-reviewed basic ences: The Complete Homeopathy Handbook (its glossary), by Miranda Cas- science, pre-clinical, and clinical studies confirm homeopathy’s tro, FSHom, CCH, and Yasgur’s Homeopathic Dictionary and Holistic Health effectiveness. Reference, by Jay Yasgur, RPh, MSc.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 5 Winter 2020 –2021 MESSAGE FROM THE NCH BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Christina Donka, CCH, discovered homeopathy 15 years ago while seeking an alternative to eye surgery for her young son. After one dose of some little white pellets, eye surgery was no longer necessary, and she was determined to learn more! After years of seeing professional homeopaths for family members and pets, studying at home, and giving homeopathy to family and friends, she decided to study formally and recently passed the Council for Homeopathic Certification’s exam. As a holistic nutritionist, she believes that nutrition coupled with homeopathy is a powerful combination for optimal wellness. She joined the NCH board in 2018 and currently serves as treasurer.

Moving Forward: NCH Welcomes a New Executive Director Meet Tami Herndon, MS, CCH, RSHom(NA)

• According to the World Health Organization, homeopathic medicine is the fastest growing and second most widely used system of medicine in the world. With a projected com- pound annual growth rate of 14.6%, the global homeopathy market is anticipated to reach $31.5 billion by 2023, with the United States holding the second largest market share. —www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/homeopathy-market-4970

• According to a 2012 National Health Interview Survey, which included a comprehensive survey on the use of complementary health approaches by Americans, less than 2% of the tecture class and countless PowerPoint U.S. population was using homeopathy, either self-prescribed or with a homeopath. presentations on homeopathic concepts. —www.nccih.nih.gov/health/homeopathy To this day, her classmates call her about homeopathy when they need healthcare s an accountant, I love statistics. But after conventional healthcare was unable assistance. After graduation, Tami joined what do the above figures actually to alleviate her son’s severe reflux esoph- the Council for Homeopathic Certification A mean? For the National Center for agitis. Doctors had tried many different (CHC) as its Executive Director. While at Homeopathy, they mean great potential to prescriptions without success. When a final the CHC, Tami expanded her understand- advance our mission of promoting health by prescriptive medication caused her son to ing of the homeopathy community while educating and building awareness, while have seizures, Tami said, “I’m done,” and using her skills in finance, marketing, and advocating for access to homeopathy as went searching for a different approach. professional communications to fulfill the a safe, effective, and affordable system of She found her way to a homeopath, having CHC mission of moving the homeopathy medicine. This has been NCH’s mission never even heard of homeopathy previ- profession forward. since 1974 and will continue to be so, as the ously. Within a few weeks of homeopathic Now, the National Center for Home- global homeopathy market explodes. care, her son was able to keep food down opathy Board of Directors is thrilled to While our mission has remained the and even started gaining weight. Tami was announce that Tami will be using all those same since 1974, the world has not. Meth- sold—she started taking her other son to skills on behalf of NCH! ods of communication and education have the homeopath and became a homeop- I was fortunate to meet with Tami completely changed. There is more access athy client herself. A passionate, life-long recently and ask her a few questions: to information, and more information itself, learner, she enrolled in school at the than ever before. Homeopathy resources Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy Tell me your vision for homeopathy abound, many of high quality and others in Minnesota, graduated, and obtained overall, as well as your vision for NCH. not so much. NCH remains committed her certification in classical homeopathy For homeopathy, my goal is greater under- to advancing awareness and understand- (CCH) from the Council for Homeopathic standing and acceptance in the world. ing of homeopathy by providing reliable Certification and registration with the Once we have better understanding, then resources within everchanging paradigms North American Society of Homeopaths accessibility opens up. This includes acces- of communication. In that vein, we are [RSHom(NA)]. sibility to education, remedies, and practi- excited and honored to welcome our Pro- Tami worked in marketing at Northwest- tioners. It’s all connected. My vision is for fessional Communications Specialist and ern Academy while maintaining a private NCH to support that process. NCH con- new Executive Director—Tami Herndon, practice as a homeopath. More recently, nects consumers, practitioners, schools, MS, CCH, RSHom(NA). she earned a Masters in Professional Com- pharmacies, and other organizations. Each Tami may be new to the NCH manage- munications at New York University (NYU). of these groups is moving homeopathy for- ment team, but she is a veteran of homeop- Her NYU projects included developing a ward on individual paths, and each needs athy. She was introduced to homeopathy homeopathy app for her information archi- support in different ways.

6 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 “My goal is to grow homeopathy, the profession, and the industry, Thanks & but we have to have relationships—real, transparent relationships.” Farewell The Board of

Forward is an important word for me—it the bigger picture and what this is about. Directors would has always resonated. Not just in the form No matter how tired or busy you are or like to thank Deb of benchmarks, but more as a shift, from how full your plate, your goal and purpose Dupnik, CAE, where we are now to where we would like is right in front of you when you connect on CCSM-A, for her to be. NCH can provide that connection a personal level. and forward movement: We hold our com- dedicated leadership as Executive munity together and work as one to move What do you like to do when you aren’t Director for the National Center for homeopathy forward, in education, advo- doing homeopathy-related work? Homeopathy over the last three cacy, and more. I live in Arkansas now. We have a log home years. With thoughtfulness and on family property, surrounded by nature. How do you feel your background We even have “Allie,” a small alligator, diplomacy, Deb cultivated an will move NCH forward? visiting our fishpond right now. We have extensive network of warm I initially graduated with a degree in finance five rescue dogs and one cat, all raised on relationships in the homeopathic and later added homeopathy education homeopathy. Spending time with my family and a communications master’s degree. is a priority, and I like to hike, paddleboard, community that will strengthen the I’ve worked in banking, sales, admissions, kayak, and garden. We eat a lot of food organization as we move forward. project management, non-profit fundrais- grown in our garden and greenhouse, and She encouraged volunteers to join ing, professional writing, and, of course, I am active in our local farmers market. committees and inspired many my homeopathy practice. I have been able When I am on the go, I am “on go.” Nature to pull all of these seemingly disjointed helps to balance me. In my downtime, I NCH members to contribute their threads of finance, marketing, communi- hug a tree—really! I also love to travel. time and efforts to help achieve cations, and homeopathy together—to our mission of education, some it may not seem to jibe, but it really When you travel do you bring does. My leadership style involves listening homeopathic remedies? advocacy, and awareness building. well and laughing a lot. I strive to be very Always. In fact, during my first month in We are very grateful for her service approachable to every single customer, homeopathy school, I spent quite a bit of to NCH, and we wish her and the consumer, school, and to others with time finding a homeopathy travel kit. I have Association Headquarters staff all whom I interact. My goal is to grow home- had to explain homeopathy to many TSA opathy, the profession, and the industry, reps in order to get remedies through airport the best in the coming years. but we have to have relationships—real, security. And they are always fascinated. transparent relationships. My professional background and focus on relating to others Is there anything else you’d in the community will be integral in moving like to say? NCH forward as a leader in homeopathy. I am very excited to continue my work in the homeopathy community because it’s Tell me about a memorable experience so rewarding. It is a gift to be exposed to at an in-person Joint American opportunities where I can grow personally Homeopathic Conference (JAHC). and contribute to the growth of something I had been working with CHC for a year, greater than myself. and along the way I met a volunteer I especially want to thank the CHC for through email. She went from volunteer to providing me with a deeper understanding NATIONAL CENTER FOR board member, and her energy and spirit of the homeopathy community. I look for- HOMEOPATHY’S NEW were delightful. I met her in person at the ward to continuing all of the relationships JAHC, and giving her a hug was so special! that I’ve developed with the CHC board, CONTACT INFORMATION It was really cool to turn an email encounter practitioners, and future test takers, as I National Center for Homeopathy into an in-person friendship at the national work with NCH and NCH members to con- PO Box 1856 conference. Personal connection is so nect the homeopathy communities. Clarksburg MD 20871-1856 important for homeopathy practitioners Please join us in welcoming NCH’s 202-753-4810 and advocates—it helps us remember why new Executive Director, Tami Herndon, we are doing this every day. We can see MS, CCH, RSHom(NA).

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 7 Winter 2020 –2021 NCH NEWS

NCH Presents Three Prestigious Awards

Recipients: Kathleen Scheible, Alan Schmuckler, and Yashasvi Mahesh Jhangiani

The National Center Kathleen Scheible, CCH for Homeopathy 2020 Henry N. Williams Professional Service Award presented three The Henry N. Williams Kathleen has been running a free clinic Professional Service for seniors twice monthly in her home prestigious service Award honors a homeo- neighborhood of Bernal Heights in San pathic professional who Francisco, and based on that work, has awards to members has demonstrated service, leadership, and received a San Francisco city grant for of our homeopathic dedication to the homeopathic commu- another clinic in an underserved area of nity. This could be in the form of clinical the city. As Kathleen describes it: community at the work, education, research, organizational “I’m very excited that Mary Johnston, 2020 Joint American leadership, or advocacy. Dr. Henry N. CCH, and I are beginning a new, free Williams (1915-2002) exemplified the afore- homeopathy clinic at a non-profit services Homeopathic mentioned qualities with wisdom and quiet center in San Francisco’s Excelsior district. presence. Dr. Williams was one of the incor- This clinic and a free clinic I began in Ber- Conference, Global porators of the National Center for Home- nal Heights in 2011 both offer homeopathy opathy in 1974, served on the Homeopathic to the underserved in community centers Virtual Summit, Pharmacopoeia Convention, and practiced where they already go for other kinds of homeopathic medicine for 52 years. June 12-14, 2020 services. The Bernal Clinic is 100% pro Kathleen Scheible, CCH, is this year’s bono, and at the new clinic at Community recipient of the Williams Award. An out- Well Center, Mary and I are paid for our standing leader in community activism time by a grant they received from the city and infrastructure, Kathleen founded the of San Francisco’s soda tax. Extending Bay Area Homeopathy Association in our homeopathic services beyond private 2007 to connect local homeopaths and provide collaborative opportunities. This practice is tremendously impactful to organization works to keep homeopathy our communities, and I know it has been thriving in the San Francisco Bay area and for me as a homeopath and community increase public awareness of, and access member. Often, practicing in different to, homeopathic care. environments and meeting people where Kathleen also serves as president of the they are gets us out of our comfort zone in California Homeopathic Medical Society good ways.” and has been active on the board of this Kathleen’s indefatigable good will and professional group for several years. Kath- remarkable skillset in community build- leen played a crucial role in negotiating ing have had a profound influence in the with the Integrative Healers Action Net- state of California, and she has created a work (IHAN.org) to allow homeopaths to model that is helping others in their own serve in emergency shelter clinics during states to follow similar paths. Kathleen is a the California wildfires of the past several leader who is making a difference, built on years, where Kathleen also served. decades of service. Thank you, Kathleen!

8 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 Alan Schmuckler 2020 Martha Oelman Community Service Award

This award honors countries. Each issue has 30 to 40 articles and Views. Alan learned homeopathy from a person who, or an on homeopathy, including clinical cases, many esteemed homeopaths, especially organization which, has research, agro-homeopathy, and veterinary Dr. Luelle Hamilton, Dr. Robin Murphy, Dr. demonstrated unusual homeopathy. It is a major contribution to Henry Williams, Beth Rotondo, Dr. Lance devotion to the practice and promotion of the world homeopathic community. Wright, and Dr. Bernie Havilland. homeopathic treatment. The award honors As Chief Editor, Alan recruits articles Before becoming a homeopath, Alan the memory of Martha Oelman (1949- from first-time authors as well as estab- worked as a certified inhalation thera- 1997), a dedicated and skillful advocate for lished figures in homeopathy, and he over- pist in the emergency room of a large homeopathy who served the community as sees the article topics and quality. Alan also metropolitan hospital, where he saw the NCH Media Liaison. She had tremendous conducts interviews and creates pertinent limitations of allopathic medicine firsthand. impact in expanding awareness of home- cartoons and crossword puzzles. Through Since then, he has been a determined opathy through the promotion of accurate his editorials, he is a staunch promoter and advocate for homeopathy. His popular public information, her work with printed protector of homeopathy. self-care guide, Homeopathy, An A to Z and spoken media, and the example she Alan has been writing, lecturing, and set for active and clear communication of consulting on homeopathy for more than Home Handbook, uses plain language so the merits of homeopathy. 30 years. He taught homeopathy at Tem- that newcomers and lay people can easily Alan Schmuckler is this year’s recipient ple University in Philadelphia (his alma access homeopathy to address a wide vari- of the Oelman Award. Alan has been the mater), gave a regular evening lecture ety of acute health issues. chief editor of Homeopathy 4 Everyone series at Jefferson Medical College, and A strong advocate for homeopathy at the website Hpathy.com for more than founded the Homeopathic Study Group throughout his career, Alan is always aiming 13 years. This free, open access, monthly of Metropolitan Philadelphia. He was also to empower others by sharing the knowl- e-journal has 65,000 subscribers from 100 Editor of the newsletter Homeopathy News edge of homeopathy. Thank you, Alan!

Yashasvi Mahesh Jhangiani, CCH, RSHom(NA), BHMS 2020 Julian Winston NCH Service Award

CMP Homeopathic Medical College in engages with participants in a meaning- Mumbai, India, and has been inspired to ful, friendly manner and takes care of all volunteer her services by the examples questions. Busy at discharging the duties of free clinics in India that serve the poor, and responsibilities of a volunteer since sick, and needy. Yaashi also serves the 2016, Dr. Yaashi has worn a cheerful smile community of Westport, Connecticut, as and never showed a moment of fatigue, This award honors a person who has a volunteer emergency medical technician. grumpiness, or lack of interest in the affairs contributed substantially to the National She takes to heart this quote by Rev. Dada of JAHC and its participants. Center for Homeopathy in a voluntary J.P. Vaswani: “Do as much good as you can, “I truly look forward to JAHC not just capacity. The award was created in mem- to as many as you can, in as many ways as because there will be awesome speakers, ory of Julian Winston (1941-2005), whose you can. And as long as you can.” but because there will be Dr. Jhangiani galvanizing vision for classical homeopa- In nominating Yaashi for the Winston welcoming participants, doing everything thy shaped the character, reach, and qual- Award, Dr. Vatsala Sperling wrote: “I have and then some more, of all that a volunteer ity of the National Center for Homeopathy been observing the events and interac- is called upon to do. during its formative times. Julian lived his tions at the annual Joint American Homeo- “I would like to add that Yaashi encour- commitment to the highest standards in pathic Conferences (JAHC) with a keen ages each and every member of her con- his work as Homeopathy Today editor, eye … and a few individuals shine brightly sulting practice to join the National Center author, and historian. and make the JAHC a memorable event. for Homeopathy. Her ‘pay it forward’ Yashasvi Mahesh Jhangiani, CCH, Their shine comes not from an extra layer program allows many to join who would RSHom(NA), BHMS, is this year’s recipient of makeup or an additional item of sparkly otherwise be unable. With her assistance, of the Winston Award. A homeopathic accessory but from a spark within them, a the National Center for Homeopathy has consultant/educator for 25 years, Yaashi is zeal to do more and do better while they become a larger and more diverse organi- a dedicated ambassador for homeopathy. are at the event. Dr. Yashasvi is ready to run zation—something that deserves highlight- She earned her Bachelor of Homeopathic that extra mile, serving the homeopathic ing at the present time.” Medicine and Surgery from the Smt. community as a volunteer at JAHC. She Thank you, Yashasvi!

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 9 Winter 2020 –2021 IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORY AND TRIBUTE JEAN H. HOAGLAND January 1, 1925 – September 10, 2020

Jean Harth Hoagland died peacefully Jean was the recipient of various awards on September 10, 2020, in Midlothian, over the years, including the Julian Winston Virginia, at the home of her son, Roy, and NCH Service Award and the Council on daughter-in-law, Loral, after a brief time Homeopathic Certification’s Defining the under hospice care. She moved to Virginia Profession Award. In 2017, the Florida four years ago after living nearly 40 years in Homeopathic Society created The Jean Mount Dora, Florida. Hoagland Award, to honor Jean and her Jean was born in Jersey City, New contributions to homeopathy and homeo- Jersey, on January 1, 1925. She attended pathic education. Montclair State University, earning a BA in In her own words, life provided Jean accounting/business management and with “many wonderful friends,” whom she beloved member of English. Upon graduation, she taught high “cherished.” our homeopathy school briefly and then married Donald In lieu of flowers, please make a dona- Pierce Hoagland. Her “prime role” was tion to Homeopaths Without Borders A community, being a mother to five children: Joyce, Janet (www.hwbna.org/donate.html). Jean Hoagland served in (deceased), William (deceased), Roy (and —The family of Jean H. Hoagland wife, Loral), and Guy (and wife, Melissa). leadership positions for She is also survived by 11 grandchildren Passion and community service many years with dedication, and five great-grandchildren. Homeopaths Without Borders (North Jean led a very active life. Her children America) has taken on many excellent proj- diplomacy, and wisdom. A jokingly called her The Energizer Bunny. ects since its inception in 1996, thanks to Life Member of the National While living in West Long Branch, New leaders with great visions and dedicated Center for Homeopathy, Jersey, she was a substitute teacher, tutored homeopath-volunteers. Although its exper- a disabled youth for many years, served as tise was teaching the principles of homeo- Jean served on the NCH President of the local League of Women pathic medicine to practitioners in several Board of Directors from 1996 Voters, and filled various leadership roles Central American and Caribbean countries, at Old First United Methodist Church. After it rose to the new challenge of providing to 2012, with four years as moving to Mount Dora, she served as the homeopathic care to the people of Haiti President and 12 years as Executive Director of the Chamber of Com- after the devastating earthquake of 2010. merce and later as a member of its Board of After several humanitarian trips to Haiti Treasurer. One of her many Directors. She also served as President of in 2010 and 2011, Homeopaths Without accomplishments as NCH the Lake County League of Women Voters, Borders heard the call from local health President was creating and and as President of the Board of a coun- providers, “Can you teach us how to do ty-wide domestic violence shelter. this medicine?” nurturing the Homeopathic For many years she was active in Homeopaths Without Borders was for- Action Alliance, a federation homeopathy, serving on the Board of the tunate that Jean Hoagland joined its Board National Center for Homeopathy, includ- of Directors at this moment. She brought of national homeopathic ing stints as both Treasurer and President; with her a wealth of experience from years organizations that work leading a local Mount Dora study group of being a homeopath-mom, leading on homeopathy for more than 20 years; study groups, and serving on the Board together to strengthen the participating as a member of the Coun- of the National Center for Homeopathy community. We extend our cil on Homeopathic Certification; and and on the boards of other groups. She concluding her homeopathic work with had a real passion for homeopathy, had a deepest sympathy to her Homeopaths Without Borders, serving as strong sense of community and service, family and many friends. its President, also. knew the importance of education, and

10 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 used all of these talents and skills to create “ever higher“ or “excellence,” and the the Homeopathic Action Alliance, which poem tells the tale of a young traveler, who helped diverse homeopathic professional faces many challenges while carrying a groups to find common ground. banner onward and upward towards his Responding to the challenge of orga- goal. Despite snow and ice, tempests and nizing a very active Homeopaths Without avalanches, he continues his uphill journey, Borders, she hired an executive director until he finally reaches the summit. with experience in non-profits, who would Like the character in the poem, Jean help carry out the mission to “Teach–Treat– was ever reaching upwards and onwards, Together” wherever Homeopaths Without thereby inspiring us to do the same. The Jean with her great-granddaughter, Leah. Borders was called. With gentle determi- poem ends with: nation and great attention to detail, Jean “And from the sky, serene and far, much to the NCH and the homeopathic ensured that partnerships were established A voice fell like a falling star. community. She has left big shoes to fill. in each area served. But this work was Excelsior!“ —Sharon Stevenson, Rhode Island done with a light touch. Jean loved to laugh My dear Jean, you are always in my heart. because it energized her. As she put it: “I — Nancy Gahles, DC, CCH, RSHom(NA), A great mentor appreciate the opportunity for laughter. New York When I first joined the NCH Board of Some folks seem to feel it is almost sacrile- Directors, Jean was serving as Treasurer. I’ll gious to laugh in the same breath as when Causes worth fighting for never forget her keen eye and commitment recognizing adversity. I do not.” Jean Hoagland was an amazing person, to the details of NCH finances. We went Thank you, Jean! We remember your who will be missed by many. I had the through some tough years together in try- endearing smile as we toast you with a pleasure of working closely with her during ing to balance budgets and keep NCH on Manhattan! my time as NCH Executive Director, which track. She was a great mentor to younger — Holly Manoogian, CCH, Homeopaths coincided with Jean’s 17-year tenure on the board members, and though she was an Without Borders Executive Director, NCH Board of Directors. incredibly serious and devoted contributor, New Hampshire Jean was honest and dependable, kind she always found time for a good joke and — Kristy Lampe, Homeopaths Without and caring. She was forgiving, understand- playful smile. I’m honored and grateful to Borders Past Board President, North ing, and loyal. She was always there to help have known her. Carolina and always ready to go the extra mile to —Edward Conway, New York ensure that goals were accomplished. And Excelsior! she was innovative and creative about get- Good advice Jean Hoagland personified mindfulness ting the job done. Because homeopathy is so different from before it was popular. There are few who have been, or will allopathic medicine, I found it a bit hard to I met Jean when I became a member be, as dedicated and committed as Jean to understand when I first attended meetings of the Board of Directors for the National her work—which was always a cause worth of the Lake County Homeopathic Study Center for Homeopathy. She was Treasurer fighting for and one that helped others. Group in Mount Dora, Florida. The group at that time and then became President. Jean loved homeopathy and contributed was using Homeopathic Medicine at Home Mindfulness in daily life entails thought- ful consideration of what you intend to say before you speak. Mindfulness requires restraint, non-attachment, and emotional regulation. Ethical mindfulness is a func- tion of solid core values and the courage of your convictions. My dear friend, col- league, and mentor, Jean Hoagland, personified mindfulness. I succeeded Jean as President of the NCH Board of Directors, donning the tiara she never would have, and we laughed, made merry, and got quite a lot accomplished together. Jean would admonish me to “be brief,“ and so I will close with the following tribute: Jean and I shared the love of the poem, “Excelsior,“ by Henry Wadsworth Long- Jean Hoagland with the NCH Board in 2002. Top (L-R): Joe Lillard, Stephen Messer ND, Todd Rowe MD, David Warkentin PA, fellow. The title is a Latin word meaning Dana Ullman MPH. Bottom: Sharon Stevenson, Joyce Frye DO, Jean Hoagland, Betty Wood MD, Paula Leligdon, Julian Winston.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 11 Winter 2020 –2021 she just studied it as a layperson. But she always encouraged those with more interest to study homeopathy in-depth. Jean was a conduit for homeopathic knowledge! —Kitty King, Florida

Lessons in leadership I remember Jean as our quiet, calm, soft-spoken, and humble leader, always strongly dedicated to classical homeopathy. She was the reason I joined the Lake County Homeopathic Study Group so many years ago. Jean encouraged each of us to take a turn leading monthly meetings, telling us the teacher always learns more in prepar- ing than the listeners actually learn. Jean Hoagland leads a JAHC Meeting in 2006. Clockwise from bottom left: Jean, Mitzi Lebensorger, Sharon Stevenson, I will never forget the time I mentioned Mark Thaler, Harry Swope. finding a homochord (a homeopathic product containing several single remedies by Panos and Heimlich as a study text. In later years, when Jean decided to in different potencies) that I thought might Feeling overwhelmed with this all-new- join her son and his wife in Virginia, our help a problem I was having in my hands to-me system of medicine, I approached study group held a farewell luncheon, and and feet. I received only a stern, disapprov- the leader, Jean Hoagland, with questions. she even brought along her copy of the ing look from Jean and a matter of fact, Her calm response was, “Read the first 40 Panos book. Jean was so organized and “That’s not classical homeopathy.” pages in your book, Lucille, and then, read knowledgeable about homeopathy—a gra- Jean quietly kept our study group on them again!” cious and kind lady, truly loved and highly target for many years, leading our study, That was 16 years ago, and it is still so respected. but never making herself the “person of true. It takes a bit of study to assimilate the —Lucille Romer, Florida importance.” I learned so much about true concepts of homeopathy. Since then, I leadership from her. have repeated Jean’s very words to many A long, impactful friendship —Bev Harper, Florida who are new to homeopathy! More than 30 years ago, a small notice I was thrilled when I learned that Jean about a meeting to study homeopathy in A guide star was not only guiding our monthly study but Mount Dora, Florida, caught my eye. As Lake When I lived in Pennsylvania and NCH was also President of the Board of Directors County Homeopathic Study Group leader, conferences were held each year in the of the National Center of Homeopathy. She Jean Hoagland mentored me through the Washington, D.C. area, I made good use of was quite busy in Florida, too, speaking at foundations of homeopathy as well as practi- the proximity and attended every confer- college and vocational-technical nursing cal home use of this therapeutic method. ence. I remember hearing one NCH Board classes, libraries, and women’s groups, Jean also urged me, a busy mom of member, Jean, make comments from the spreading awareness of homeopathy. two girls who worked full time, to become head table at an Annual Meeting. It was not Through Jean’s many national connections, involved with the operation of the group. I what she said about Board business that she also brought renowned homeopaths learned organizational skills, diplomacy, lev- I remember, but what she said from the as speakers to our small Florida town. el-headedness, and calmness through stress- heart: “With four generations of Hoaglands ful times. With her uncanny knack of leading raised under the care of homeopathic phy- and teaching by example, Jean helped me sicians … keeping homeopathy available to become a better person overall and a better all is intensely personal.” employee throughout my career. What stuck with me all these years was I was fortunate to be able to talk with Jean’s extremely strong yet quiet passion Jean the week before she left us. In her for homeopathy. No wonder her son, Guy, humble and unassuming way, she said became a medical doctor who practiced she had no idea the impact our friendship homeopathy (one of the members of the had on my life. I will miss many things that I study group I started in Pennsylvania in shared with Jean...a thought...a project...a 1993 had been a patient of his). margarita...a meal...a memory. When I retired to Florida, I was asked to Jean was quick to admit she was “not Jean in Virginia with her granddaughter and namesake, take the leadership of another study group. Rachel Jean (left), and her daughter-in-law, Loral (right). that good with homeopathy,” saying that It was the Lake County Homeopathic Study

12 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 Group, which Jean had founded. What a In 2017, the Florida Homeopathic Society guide star we have in Jean! created the Jean Hoagland Service Award —Dor Remsen, Florida in her honor, “in recognition of contributions to the advancement of homeopathy A life-changing meeting and homeopathic education in the state I met Jean Hoagland around 2002 when of Florida and beyond.” We presented it she was speaking about homeopathy to to Jean in 2017 and have presented it to my nursing students at what was then Cen- deserving others every year since then. tral Florida Community College. After her —Polly Millet, RN, MSN, CCH, Florida session, I told Jean I thought it was “very interesting,” and she responded with the question that changed my life, “Why don’t Real-life role model you come to our study group?” Small in stature but large in heart, Jean At the time, I didn’t know she was Pres- walked with a lively, quick step and liked ident of the NCH Board of Directors, nor to get things done. As a fellow NCH Board anything about the Florida Homeopathic member in the late 1990s, I admired her Medical Society (FHMS) which she and sensible, no-nonsense approach. If Jean her son, Guy Hoagland, MD, had helped was involved with an organization, you to found. In time, I went to the study could be sure it would be run profession- group, attended the FHMS meetings, and ally and profitably. Even so, Jean was not studied at the Florida Academy of Classi- all business all the time, and her twinkling cal Homeopathy—with Jean’s encourage- smile, dry wit, and caring ways made her a ment all the way. delightful friend to kick back with, too. In 2010, the FHMS morphed into the Jean liked to be useful and contribute Florida Homeopathic Society, now open to all interested in homeopathy. Jean to the common good, which she did her served with me on the Board of Directors entire life. Well into her 80s and 90s, Jean for the first three years of our fledgling remained active, sharp, and focused on organization, always with her characteristic making the world a better place. What a wisdom, grace, practicality, patience, and role model for us all! Top: Engagement photo of Jean and her husband Donald, taken during World War II. humor. We were so lucky to have her! —Mitzi Lebensorger, Illinois Bottom: Jean with Nancy Gahles at the JAHC in 2010.

When the Council for Homeopathic whole family! Would anyone nowadays Certification presented Jean with its first (outside of homeopathy) believe that a Defining the Profession Award in 2011, three-month-old boy with pneumonia in she remarked: “Until Karen Allen, CCH, both lungs could be cured quickly and phoned to notify me of this honor, I had easily in his own crib at home? Or that not fully realized how important a part of the same child could later be successfully my life the homeopathic movement had cured of what pathologists at Columbia grown to be. I looked back and saw that Medical University Hospital determined my efforts were really based on worry that to be leukemia? Well, our homeopath, Dr. the profession might not continue.” George R. Henshaw, knew it was possible, and he did it.” Jean had “raised her children under the care of a homeopathic physician,” These powerful personal experiences for which she was “eternally grateful.” are what motivated Jean to persist in her She said, “I compared other mothers’ extraordinary volunteer efforts to promote IN HER children’s experiences to mine and saw homeopathy and uphold high standards how completely our treatments differed of practice. She wanted other mothers, in gentleness and early resolution. So families, and individuals to benefit from OWN WORDS much less traumatic for the patient and the homeopathy, the way she and her family did.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 13 Winter 2020 –2021 HOMEOPATHY FOR ANIMALS

Arrows or Dog Bites— Homeopathy Helps!

by TODD COONEY, DVM, CVH

ere are some experiences from “I am not ignorant of the range of the art-cure of disease my life as a homeopathic veteri- in the wide literature of the world, and I affirm that H narian in rural Indiana that I hope you find interesting: outside of Homeopathy such grand therapeutic work has literally and absolutely no existence.” “Lucky,” the impaled cat —Dr. J. Compton Burnett, 50 Reasons for Being a Homeopath, 1888 Around Thanksgiving one year, a family brought their cat to my homeopathic veter- it would have taken about 15 interrupted the sink to clean the wound and took one inary clinic on an emergency basis. Lucky sutures if placed separately). He did well dose of Arnica 10M. I quickly took a picture was a friendly, easy-going, three-year-old, through the procedure. before bandaging the wound to document neutered male domestic shorthair who The next day, Lucky was alert and more the healing process of this case—my own. lived mostly indoors, but he did like to active. He ate well and had no fever. The On day two, I took a single dose of roam in the nearby woods. sutured wound looked good, so I sent Lachesis 10M, which is one of several effec- One day, Lucky didn’t return from his him home. I saw him again three days later tive remedies for animal bites. My hand usual outdoor jaunt and was nowhere to to remove the latex rubber drain inserted began to heal well and was not painful at be found. After three days missing, he during surgery to promote drainage of fluid all, so I saw no need for any further reme- returned home with a large hunting arrow from the wound area. dies. I did begin a regimen of warm saline lodged in his right shoulder area, exiting The sutures were removed two weeks soaks twice daily, which can help prevent just below the shoulder. Poor Lucky was after the surgery. The large wound had infection and promote healing. impaled, with one end of the colorful healed well, and Lucky was doing great One week later, the wound continued arrow sticking out of his back and the other overall, as if nothing had ever happened. to heal well with no swelling, redness, or out of his front. The arrow’s broadhead Lucky had never received a vaccine in his other signs of infection. hunting tip had created a long, shallow life and evidently had a very strong vital force. Two weeks after the bite, I saw further laceration near the arrow entry site, and His body healed a very large wound quickly evidence of good solid healing. had sliced through the subcutaneous lay- and completely with no allopathic drugs, Three months after the initial injury, the ers and into the muscles over the shoulder such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, or wound showed minimal scarring, and I had and upper back regions. The family had pain medications. Just a single dose of Arnica full use of my hand. already removed part of the arrow shaft in high potency, and his body did the rest! using bolt cutters, but a portion remained Remedies at the ready lodged in his flesh. Biting the hand that feeds you Arnica is a great remedy for most types Lucky was fairly lethargic, refused food, Dog bites are an occupational hazard for of injury or trauma—dog bites and arrow and would drink only a little water. He was veterinarians, letter carriers, and others wounds included. It should be found in dehydrated, running a slight fever, but who work with or around animals. every household, glovebox, and back- quiet and alert. Other exam findings were One day in my clinic, I reached down pack. Just a few doses of the remedy will normal. I gave him Arnica montana 10M, to lift a “friendly” little terrier onto the suffice in most situations, especially when and administered fluid and electrolyte solu- exam table, and without warning he bit me given in higher potencies (200c and up). tion by subcutaneous injection. I then gave deeply on the hand. It happened so sud- Think of Arnica first for any injury or wound him a light sedative in order to remove the denly that I could not avoid it, resulting in to help with pain, bleeding, bruising, and arrow and treat the wound. The wound a deep bite wound to the base knuckle of the entire healing process. was about 7 inches long, and I used a the index finger on my right hand. My tech Lachesis is a premier remedy for animal continuous suture pattern for closure (but looked at me and said, “Ouch!” I went to bites, especially bites from dogs or cats.

14 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 (Although you might think these animals Homeopathy enables me to enjoy bite out of anger, they’re typically scared “therapeutic independence,” as Dr. J. and bite out of fear; of course, the remedy Compton Burnett termed it. It is refreshing is helpful, regardless of the biting animal’s to have potent options to address symp- mindset!) Ledum, well known as a first-aid toms of disease and restore health, rather homeopathic remedy in cases of puncture than be fettered by a diagnostic label. I wounds, is also useful for animal bites, as now observe healing as Nature intended, well as insect bites and stings. without the interference of conventional drugs. In addition, I no longer concern Minimum dose, maximum result myself with possible toxic drug reactions or I have practiced veterinary medicine for side effects, nor do I contribute to the larger more than 34 years, and homeopathy for problem of antibiotic misuse. the last 12 of those years. Having relied in the past on conventional (allopathic) Since there is no possible placebo treatments, I now fully trust homeopathy to effect, animals ideally demonstrate the suc- help with most illnesses and injuries. Over cess of homeopathic treatment. They often 200 years of homeopathic literature and exhibit a rapid, vigorous healing response observation attest to the variety of ailments to a well-chosen homeopathic remedy. that can be safely addressed with the cor- The most amazing responses I’ve seen to rect homeopathic remedy, with no other treatment over the last few decades are all additional drugs. due to homeopathy.

Founded in 1995, the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy comprises veterinarians who share the common desire to restore true health to their patients through the use of homeopathic treatment. Members of the Academy are dedicated to understanding and preserving the principles of Classical Homeopathy.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Todd Cooney trained at Purdue University for undergraduate studies and veterinary school. After almost 20 years of conventional practice, he took Dr. Richard Pitcairn’s Professional Course in Veterinary Homeopathy and changed the way he viewed health and disease. Dr. Cooney now uses homeopathy exclusively on all of his cases.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 15 Winter 2020 –2021 REMEDIES IN ACTION Sam’s Story: A Boy on the Autistic Spectrum How homeopathy helped him become calm and harmonized into his family

by KAVITHA KUKUNOOR, CCH, RSHom(NA), CHP, BHMS

am was brought to my clinic by his to do while her husband was at work. She Sam’s sweet remedy mother in October 2019, two months yearned to speak to someone and desired The remedy that was common to this S before his fifth birthday. He had been company. She ate a lot during this time, rubric and the earlier repertorization was diagnosed by a primary care physician with and her appetite was insatiable. Saccharum officinale, the homeopathic Autistic Spectrum Disorder. remedy prepared from highly diluted and Sam had started withdrawing socially Choosing a remedy succussed cane sugar. I chose Saccharum at age two and a half years, right after his I repertorized the following symptoms, officinale 200c for Sam and asked his mom sister Sally was born. His mother said that using MacRepertory software and The to give him three doses, once a week, for Sam “did not like his sister,” especially the Complete Repertory: four weeks, using the following method: sounds she made. He would become irri- • Mind, restlessness, nervousness, dissolve three to four pills in three ounces tated whenever she cried. He also seemed children, in of water, shake five times or stir for 10 jealous of any attention given to her. • Mind, jealousy, children seconds, and give Sam one ounce of this Sam’s mother described him as cranky • Stomach, appetite, insatiable liquid every six to eight hours. and difficult to manage. He cried and • Generalities, food and drinks, warm Symptoms listed in the materia medica shrieked very loudly with high, piercing food, desires for this remedy include violent temper, tones that caught everyone’s attention. • Generalities, food and drinks, tea, irritable, quarrelsome, dainty, capricious, He was restless, always on the move, and desires cross and whining, bloated, peevish, wants had difficulty sitting in one place. He made The remedies that ranked highest in the titbits and refuses substantial food. Other no eye contact and did not respond to repertorization were Arsenicum, Saccharum Saccharum officinale symptoms that fit Sam commands. When angry, he started throw- album, Lycopodium, and Ferrum (see Figure 1). include restlessness, nervousness, jealousy ing things. He was scared of loud noises and startled easily. He was partially toilet Figure 1: Remedies that Ranked Highest in the First Repertorization trained, having accidents mainly when outdoors. At almost five years old, he had not started speaking at all, so he was seeing a speech therapist. He was also enrolled in occupational therapy and special education classes. Sam had a voracious appetite, especially when he was recovering from bouts of illness. About once a month and lasting for about a week, he would have an epi- sode of waking up hungry, cranky, and gassy at 3:00 a.m. When he was given I also consulted ReferenceWorks in children, and insatiable appetite (which something to eat, he immediately had a materia medica software for “symptoms also fit Sam’s mother when she was preg- bowel movement. developing after the birth of a sibling.” nant with him). Sam’s preferred foods and drinks were This was the main rubric used for Sam, The sugarcane plant is a monocoty- chips and other junk food, tea, and coffee. since his mother clearly indicated that his ledon, the smaller and more ancient of He liked his food warm. regression had begun following his sister’s the two divisions in the plant kingdom. During her first pregnancy, Sam’s birth. Only a few remedies are listed for Monocot plants typically have elongated, mother was living far apart from family sup- this symptom—Baryta carbonica, Ignatia, stalkless leaves with parallel veins, such port. She said she felt very lonely and lazy Saccharum officinale (Saccharum album), as grasses, palms, and lilies. According during this time because she had nothing and Sepia. to analyses by homeopaths Michael Yakir,

16 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 Rajan Sankaran, and Mahesh Gandhi, were now gone. He was no longer cranky, for gastric symptoms, ravenous hunger, remedies made from this group are well irritable, and difficult to manage. His heartburn, and learning disabilities. suited to people who might be considered problems with gassiness had largely disap- less evolved in their development. Their peared. He was eating and sleeping well. Third follow-up, May 2020 worlds revolve around “I, me, and myself.” She was especially pleased that he was now Sam was very calm during this follow-up They are concerned with their own stability getting along so well with his little sister, visit and did not appear hyperactive at all. and solidity (e.g., “Am I going to stand or with no signs of jealous behavior anymore. He was able to listen and pay attention, as not?”). They find it difficult to make lasting, Symptoms continuing to need improve- well as maintain eye contact. His sensitivity deep relationships with others because of ment included his occasional bouts of hyper- to noise had decreased significantly, too. these qualities. Homeopathic remedies activity shown by repeated jumping, making His speech showed improvement in that derived from monocotyledons may be repetitive sounds like “Eeee!” and the need he was able to say a few words to me. more indicated in autism cases where to chew on something. He had a fear of the Sam’s mother said he’d had no abdom- patients are “in their own world,” and find it sound of a hair dryer or hand dryer in a public inal issues. He was chewing on items less difficult to communicate. restroom. Issues that seemed to remain a often and only putting things in his mouth problem appeared to be sensory in nature, occasionally. He was sleeping through the First follow-up, December 2019 which led me to consider a different homeo- night with no problems. Sam’s mother reported a great improvement pathic treatment plan for Sam. Since Sam was doing so well at this in her son’s symptoms over the previous time, I decided to prescribe no further eight weeks. She said he was beginning A change in treatment homeopathic treatment. I advised his to listen to commands and showed more Using RADAR software, I repertorized the mother to contact me if he had any relapse understanding of what was being asked following symptoms: of symptoms, however. Sam’s mother was of him. He was now solving problems and • Mind, oversensitive, general, noise so happy with her son’s progress under learning new things. He was less hyper- to - shrill sounds homeopathic treatment that she referred active and more independent. Sam had • Mind, oversensitive, general, noise two more people for homeopathic care. become friendlier toward his sister, Sally, to - penetrating and would even play with her. • Mind, biting He was now following through with Figure 2: Remedies that Ranked Highest in the Second Repertorization tasks such as cleaning up his toys. Earlier he would pick up only one toy; now he put all the toys in the basket and put the basket in its place. He’d had no bathroom accidents, and his bowel movements had been regular. He was sleeping well, no longer waking with hunger and gassiness. The remedy Theridion ranked high in the Homeopathy offers hope Before homeopathic treatment, he swal- repertorization and appeared to be a good Using homeopathy in the treatment of lowed food, such as rice, without chewing. fit for Sam. Indications for Theridion include children with autism is rewarding. Large Now he was chewing before swallowing. over-sensitivity to the slightest noise; anxiety numbers of children improve significantly Sam was starting to try new foods, some- from noise; being startled or frightened and enjoy a more centered life, harmo- thing he had never been willing to do easily; hypersensitivity of nerves, especially nized with their family and surroundings. before. Crunchy chips and junk food used to noise which penetrates the whole body, In my experience, various homeopathic to be his favorite; now, food homemade by particularly the teeth. So, I prescribed remedies will be required at each stage of his mother was his choice. Theridion 30c and asked Sam’s mom to give the treatment, which help to unfold and Sam’s mother was amazed at his prog- him three doses, once a week, for three resolve the child’s different layers of symp- ress, saying that her son was 85% better weeks in the following way: dissolve three toms, one by one. than before homeopathic treatment. It was to four pills in three ounces of water, shake clear that Sam had responded well to the five times or stir for 10 seconds, and give ABOUT THE AUTHOR: remedy, so I advised his mother to con- one ounce at six-to-eight hour intervals. tinue giving it to him, but in a different way: Based on my previous experience in Kavitha Kukunoor, CCH, Saccharum officinale 200c—one dose RSHom(NA), CHP, BHMS, in treating children on the autistic spectrum practice since 1996, is President (three to four pills directly by mouth) every who are struggling with prominent hyper- and CEO of Kavitha Holistic two weeks for the next two months. Approach. She is also the founder activity, I also gave Sam a single dose of of the KHA Homeopathy Study Tuberculinum 1M as an intercurrent remedy. Group. She graduated with a Second follow-up, February 2020 bachelor’s degree in In addition, I advised his mom to supple- Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery Sam’s mother said Sam had continued to ment with Natrum muratricum 6X, four tab- (BHMS) (India). She mentors students and lectures on improve in the eight weeks since we’d homeopathy internationally, and can be reached at lets, twice daily. This is one of Schussler’s [email protected] or www.kavithakhomeo. spoken, and most of his original concerns biochemic tissue salt remedies, indicated com/www.beyondthelimitskukunoor.com.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 17 Winter 2020 –2021 18 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 WHEN THE CLOUDS FINALLY BREAK, IT’S BLUE SKIES AHEAD A depressed patient, patience, and a zigzag path to the best remedy

by JUDYTH REICHENBERG-ULLMAN, ND, MSW, DHANP

here’s something to be said for She did get steadily better over time, little by surpassing my silver anniversary in prac- little, until, bingo, I found it! Surely, various T tice—actually, I saw my first patient 34 homeopathic remedies can help an individual years ago! Not only have I become more relaxed patient significantly, but I find a world of differ- and passionate about homeopathy, but I sure ence when I am able to zero in on that one best have gotten to know my patients well, after see- remedy for the person overall, the simillimum. ing them for decades. These days, I am often What is different after the simillimum is given? able to find the simillimum—the one remedy in Patients feel better all around, they need the the homeopathic Materia Medica that is truly the remedy less and less frequently, and their depth best match for the patient—quite a bit sooner of suffering—mentally, emotionally, and physi- than I did with Janis, one of my early patients, cally—is considerably diminished, generally by whose story you will read in the following pages. 80% or 90%.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 19 Winter 2020 –2021 10 KEYS TO A HAPPIER LIFE Janis’s story —EVEN IN A PANDEMIC From the beginning, Janis complained of longstanding, deep by JUDYTH REICHENBERG-ULLMAN, ND, MSW, DHANP depression with a very low image of herself. During her early years of homeopathic care, I prescribed mostly polychrests (the 45 most common remedies). Janis was a dedicated, loyal patient who very much appreciated my ongoing support. She got some I write now from our home on Whidbey Island, Washington, relief from many of the remedies I prescribed—Natrum muriati- where the sky is yellow-gray from the forest fires in Eastern cum, Aurum metallicum, Staphysagria, Thuja, Hura—but nothing Washington, Portland, and California. Our lives have changed that I would call deep and lasting improvement, much less cure. dramatically due to COVID-19. My husband Bob and I were After three years, I ventured further to prescribe Anacardium, supposed to have spent this month in Kenya at wildlife parks. then Lac caninum, and later Sepia, with similar outcomes of partial Instead, we have spent more time here, sitting out on our deck improvement. Janis stuck with me for another seven and a half with friends, seagulls, herons, and the occasional eagle or years through this “zigzag prescribing” (i.e., giving a series of seal. I have had more time than ever to go within. So, believe remedies that each help partially, with the path to improvement me, these recommendations come from me to you firsthand! following a more zigzag trajectory than a straight one). At this point, I decided to “retake the case,” which I often do when I feel that I just haven’t found the best remedy for the patient and need a Count your blessings! Yesterday, I read about the tragic death of 13-year-old Wyatt Tofte of Lyons, Oregon. He perished fresh perspective. 1 heroically trying to save his grandmother and their beloved pets So, ten and a half years after we first met, I sat down with Janis from the Beachie Creek Fire. Today, a neighbor of ours in Chile and listened to her story from the beginning, and here is what she (where we usually spend our winters) shared that her brother told me: “I am 54 years old. I suffer from what I would call depres- recently contracted COVID-19, died, and was buried with no sion. When I was still having periods, I had PMS, mood swings, family present. However down I might feel personally or about the plight of the world, how fortunate am I by comparison! I think and craved lots of chocolate. My father was an alcoholic and most of you could say the same. As I write this, I rejoice that the would fight with my mother all the time. One of my brothers used raindrops are starting to fall, hopefully cleansing our air of the to beat me up all the time until my eyes were black and blue. He smoke and ash. Tiny blessings! had a horrible temper and, as an adult, even came after me with a Help someone else in whichever way you can. The most gun. I never did understand why he hated me so much. I felt a lot 2 recent AARP Magazine (which, by the way, you will start getting of anger, but I tried to hold it in and please people instead. I am when you turn 50, even before you are a senior) contains a still like that. Chocolate has always been my weakness. I never felt remarkably inspiring story about José Andres, a “superstar loved and still don’t. I was married briefly, but it didn’t work out. chef” who literally feeds the world. Just after Hurricane María in Puerto Rico (2017), he mobilized the delivery of four million Nor did it contribute to my self-esteem. I feel like I alienate myself meals to those in need. He did the same after a volcanic eruption from my friends. in Guatemala and a cyclone in Mozambique. Now, his World “I was a tomboy. I had to be rough and tough to deal with my Central Kitchen is providing over 300,000 meals a day to people brother’s bullying me. So, I was ostracized by the girls. I still get in need throughout the U.S., especially to the elderly who have that horrible feeling of being left out and no one wanting me. suffered the most during the current pandemic. Whether it’s donating to a cause we believe in, making a meal for a neighbor, Now I worry about getting old and being alone. or connecting with someone who may feel all alone, reach out! “I am a senior manager at a large department store. I always Beautiful, healthy food elevates the mood. I am writing this doubt that I am doing a good enough job at work… and I work 3 at harvest time, where luscious, gorgeous fruit and veggies extra hours to make up for it. In social situations, I worry that I am abound. Whether you are cooking for just yourself or for a family too quiet or say stupid things. I believe I lead a boring life and that or friends, create a gorgeous, colorful, nutrition-filled plate. Sign nobody wants to be with me… When I first came to see you about up for an online cooking class (I did), buy yourself special treats (I ten years ago, it was for mood swings, PMS, and depression. I think recently treated myself to farm-fresh turmeric/ginger milk), and my transition into menopause has been miraculously mild, thanks to make eating a beautiful, nurturing experience. homeopathy, compared to what a lot of women experience. Enjoy your peace and quiet. Instead of taking that trip across “I know that I am very hard on myself. Deep down I feel a sense 4 the globe (like our thwarted safari), travel closer to home, or even inside yourself! I find myself remarkably peaceful being far of loss, like I’m not good enough. I fear that I’ve done something, less active than I would have been normally. At the beginning but I don’t know what it is. My deepest feeling is that I don’t of the pandemic, I connected with people via Zoom often, belong, don’t fit in. I have always wanted to be loved. I have been as did most people I know, virtually attending international suicidal numerous times in my life, but I would never act on it. I homeopathic webinars, spiritual and musical gatherings, and couldn’t ever please my parents. My brother and I are still alienated, other inspirational events. Then I found that I would rather sit down with an engrossing book or a cup of tea (and my favorite and I feel that way sometimes with a few close friends as well.” Alter Eco Brown Butter dark chocolate bar)!

20 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020–2021 Looking for a better match Janis also mentioned that she was having some persistent, inter- mittent diarrhea. So I prescribed Magnesia muriaticum, a remedy that addresses lower gastrointestinal problems and is a good fit for those who suffer from lack of nurturing from one’s mother. This gave her some relief, but not enough, so I switched to Magne- sia carbonicum because I was not satisfied that I had found the best remedy, and these two remedies are closely related. The Celebrate love rather than fear. Decades ago, I read a book remedies helped, enough for Janis to continue to see me and that I have never forgotten: Love is Letting Go of Fear by Dr. trust in homeopathy, but I was far from satisfied. Her underlying 5 Gerald Jampolsky. His message, expressed beautifully and self-reproach was not deeply touched by homeopathic treatment. convincingly, was that we really only have two choices in life: Janis would become extremely angry, holding it within and mut- to embrace in love or to push away out of fear. I have found tering under her breath, even swearing to herself frequently, in an that to be true throughout my life. When I can embrace what is extremely self-disparaging tone. handed to me, rather than be fearful of it or push it away, then everything turns out so much more beautifully. Embrace the sacred manuscript of nature. We need only to 6 walk barefoot in the dew, sit under the branches of a gracious tree, or gaze up at a wondrous sky to be reminded of the splendor of this earth and this universe. We have been given the gift of a most exquisitely beautiful planet. Let us treasure it each moment that we can. Enjoy the benefits of breathing and exercise however much you can. I was disheartened that I could no longer go to the 7 gym five days a week and keep my abs firm with my Pilates because of the pandemic. Instead we take long beach walks with our elder golden retriever, sink into the occasional paddle on Puget Sound, and do our weightlifting inside. I bought Pilates DVDs and do lots more walking around town with friends. If you bike, put it on an indoor stand for the winter. I am surprised at how much I have adapted to finding other ways to exercise. Friends, friends, friends! We were initially “stuck” down in Chile for six weeks with our flights canceled one after another. The Anacardium orientale plant. 8 I felt very nostalgic for home. It took me a while, after returning Attribution: CC-BY-3.0. Photo by J.M. Garg. Semecarpus anacardium or Anacardium orientale (Marking Nut). Commons.wikimedia.org Accessed October 30, 2020. and quarantining, to regroup. Then, little by little, I found how wonderful walks with one friend at a time could be … and how Getting closer to the right remedy much more time I had to reach out and connect with my closest friends. It has taken some time and experimentation, and In spring 2007, Janis told me: “My self-esteem is nothing. I am not assurance that their social habits regarding the pandemic are in doing well, and I am eating chocolate by the bagful. I sabotage synch with mine. But it has been truly wonderful. myself. I undermine the good things I do. I get so negative that Fortify and revitalize your immune system! Being in the I even feel like hurting someone else. I am suffering from low 9 midst of a pandemic is a powerful reminder to boost your back pain… it is a grabbing, burning, sharp pain. Stretching and immunity by taking extra Vitamin C (up to 4000mg/day), moving helps. But it is worse when I stand up from sitting. I try to Vitamin D (5000 IU/day), Zinc (30mg/day), and Vitamin A move around, shift, and stretch. It feels like my muscles have con- (10,000 IU/day). And you may want to add Elderberry and tracted.” This was a new clue to finding the simillimum for Janis. other herbal immune supports, including N-acetyl cysteine I prescribed Anacardium orientale 200c. Homeopathically pre- (1000mg twice a day on an empty stomach). I am also recommending the homeopathic remedy Thymuline 9c to pared from the fruit of the marking nut tree, Anacardium is an excel- my patients along with their constitutional remedies, as it lent remedy for people with low self-esteem, self-reproach, and was shown in a scientific study in France to bolster immunity, even hatred, and who have mean feelings or even actions towards especially in older individuals. others. These individuals can also suffer from musculoskeletal Homeopathy is vitally important, now more than ever! pain, stiffness, and tightness that feels better from stretching and 10 Now is the time to make sure you and your family are consulting moving around, much like people who benefit from Rhus tox, the your homeopath so you can be taking the best possible well-known homeopathic remedy often used for strains and sprains constitutional remedies. Not only is constitutional homeopathic [Rhus tox and Anacardium are both members of the Anacardiaceae care one of the best preventive measures you can take against becoming ill with COVID-19 and other illnesses, but it can help (cashew) family]. to bolster your energy, brighten your spirit and outlook, and keep your mind clear!

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 21 Winter 2020–2021 At her next visit, Janis was sleeping better, her low back was morose, sulky, ill-humor; peevish; passivity; aggression (in her case, much improved, and she was more able to shut off that self-critical towards herself); responsibility increased (she was a workaholic and voice—all good indicators that she was responding to the rem- overly responsible in her job to a fault); loneliness; self-appreciation edy—although she was still “hitting the chocolate.” Over the next diminished; shame; ailments from business aggravate; contemp- five years, Janis took a dose of Anacardium whenever her symp- tuous of oneself; delusions/imaginations despised; delusion she toms began to worsen, which averaged every few months. After will fail at everything; delusion she is looked down upon; delusion a single dose of the remedy, her moods would improve within a trapped (very much so in her job); ailments from disappointment; day and, if the loose bowels returned, they would be better in less forsaken/sensation of isolation; industrious/mania for work; cannot than a week. When Janis felt better, she also managed to polish off bear to be looked at; pities oneself; shame. Diarrhea and joint com- less chocolate. plaints were also part of the Comocladia dentata symptom profile. She took Anacardium in potencies gradually ascending from 200c to CM (the highest available potency), and when Anarcar- dium CM didn’t seem to help, I advised her to go back to the beginning of the high potency scale (200c) and take Anacardium in ascending potencies again. Given in this fashion, Anacardium worked well enough over these five years, but Janis’ underlying negativity and, at times, hatred towards herself, would still resur- face when the effect of the remedy wore off.

The aha moment! It was when Janis referred to herself as “a pariah to the world” that a light bulb went off in my homeopathic brain! Oh my gosh, how could I have been so stuck on Anacardium that I was not paying enough attention to the miasm! In Rajan Sankaran’s Sensation Method of prescribing, remedies are classified according to their corresponding miasm—an inherited predisposition to disease that corresponds to the intensity, or degree of suffering, of the patient. He describes the miasm as referring to the “depth, pace, and perception” of the patient’s symptoms. According to Dr. Sankaran, there are ten miasms: acute, typhoid, psora, ringworm, malaria, sycosis, cancer, tubercular, leprosy, and syphilis. I cannot elaborate on each one in the confines of this article, but let me say that the leprosy miasm is very deep and The Comocladia dentata plant. characterized by the same feelings that an individual with leprosy Attribution: CC-BY-SA. Photo by Robin B. Foster. https://plantidtools.fieldmuseum.org/en/nlp/ search-adv-results/family/none/genus/Comocladia/species/dentata/country/none/state/none/ might experience: “disgust, self-contempt, isolation, hopelessness, habit/none/status/none/photographer/none/itemsperpage/48 Accessed October 30, 2020. despair, self-loathing, repulsion, cast away, secluded.” This is just how Janis felt as a child—unloved and ignored by her parents, The plant hated and beaten up by her brother, and ostracized by her peer Comocladia dentata, a member of the Anacardiaceae family, is an group. Now, decades later, as an adult, she was still perceiving evergreen shrub that grows up to two and a half meters in height. It herself in this way, even in her close circle of friends. She always felt has tufted top branches, toothed leaves, and clusters of small, blu- excluded and on the outside. It was clear to me that Janis needed a ish flowers appearing in summertime. All of the parts emit a milky, remedy associated with the leprosy miasm. glutinous juice that becomes black and will stain cloth. A June 2001 Anacardium had been helping Janis to some degree for years, proving of Comocladia conducted by Dr. Rupal Desai and Dr. even though it was not associated with the leprosy miasm, so I suspected the simillimum was closely related and in the same Rashmi Jaising in India reported these relevant symptoms: plant remedy family, Anacardiaceae. On investigation, I discov- • The prover felt stuck, at a standstill, could not see even a ray ered Comocladia dentata listed in Sankaran’s Schema as the only of hope. She felt like a failure. She kept thinking about her remedy in the Anacardiaceae family that was associated with the mistakes and how they had not led her anywhere. There was leprosy miasm. Researching the materia medica of Comocladia indifference, total depression. She pitied herself. She did not dentata in Roger Van Zandvoort’s Complete Repertory, I found the feel like talking with anyone, would avoid people. following rubrics that fit Janis: ailments from disappointed love; • Feeling: People from lower castes are stuck. They are looked indifference/apathy to ordinary matters; malicious/vindictive; down upon, left out.

22 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 “Overall, Janis is far less down on herself than she once was. When she does experience low moods, they are nothing like the severe depression of her past, and she recovers more quickly. She also does much better at family gatherings and in groups than before.”

After the simillimum in,” rather than feeling like “the perpetual outsider” of her past. It was 2012 that I finally prescribed Comocladia dentata 200c for Although Janis has suffered various losses of family members and Janis. Six weeks later, Janis told me, “The remedy worked well. I lost friends over the past eight years, she has weathered them well. at least five pounds and gave up chocolate, except for now and Her chocolate cravings have waxed and waned, but they no then. I am finally cleaning out my house, which is a miracle. I am longer swing so extremely. While she has occasionally benefited going to yoga and doing energy work.” Janis was noticeably more from the short-term use of a different remedy (such as Podophyl- energetic and positive, brighter, more cheerful, and definitely less lum when she had an acute bout of diarrhea), Comoclodia is the self-blaming. After having known and observed her for so many remedy that can be counted on to help her most often and most years, and having given her so many remedies, I was impressed profoundly. For example, when she recently began experiencing and quite relieved with these excellent results! pain and inflammation in a finger joint, those symptoms improved At 12 weeks since taking one dose of Comocladia dentata after a dose of Comoclodia. 200c, Janis was still doing very well. She said, “I went to a retreat. Janis continues to be one of my most loyal patients. For close to All my demons were out in the open.” This was a major change for three decades, she has benefited from homeopathic treatment, for her, as she had never felt comfortable in groups, let alone being which she is very grateful. She is especially pleased with the improve- able to open up emotionally to others in this way. ments experienced over the last eight years—ever since we identi- At 16 weeks, Janis had gone four months without another dose fied the very best homeopathic remedy for her, her simillimum. of the remedy, and she was still thriving. Because she was doing so well, I did not prescribe another dose of Comocladia 200c, but I did give her a dose to take home with her and hold, in case she needed it in the future. I do this sometimes, so that if the patient relapses and needs another dose of the remedy, they can email me anytime, and I can recommend taking the dose they have on hand. For many patients, it gives them peace of mind to be holding a rem- ABOUT THE AUTHOR edy they might need in the future. At 19 weeks, Janis was still doing well in all ways, despite an extremely hectic period at work. Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND, MSW, DHANP, in practice for over 30 years, is more passionate than ever about homeopathy. She loves helping adults, Eight years on the upswing women, children, and families and is available for Eventually, a few months later, Janis’ energy and mood declined video and in-person homeopathic consultations. She is co-author, with her husband Robert Ullman, somewhat, so I advised her to take a dose of Comocladia 1M, ND, of nine books on homeopathy including and she improved once again. Since then, Janis has taken peri- Homeopathic Self Care, Rage-Free Kids, Whole Woman Homeopathy, and The Savvy Traveler’s odic doses of Comocladia 10M, when needed, typically when Guide. Her website, www.healthyhomeopathy. she begins feeling a bit depressed. In the past eight years, she com, contains a wealth of information, including cases, articles, blogs, and more. Reach her has averaged four doses a year (ranging from a high of six doses at: [email protected]. during one particularly challenging year to a low of two doses in a better year). Each time she has taken Comocladia, it has helped her dra- Hear Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, matically, which affirms that it is her simillimum and constitutional ND, MSW, DHANP, speak at the remedy. Overall, Janis is far less down on herself than she once was. When she does experience low moods, they are nothing like JAHC 2021, April 23-25, 2021! the severe depression of her past, and she recovers more quickly. She also does much better at family gatherings and in groups than before. Retired now, she stays active by participating in various group activities and travels, where she mostly feels like she “fits

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HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 25 Winter 2020 –2021 SCHEDULE At-A-Glance SCHEDULE At-A-Glance FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM Sue Meyer, CCH NDFRIDAY, presents APRIL Keynotes 23, for 2021 Temperaments 9:15 AM8:00 - AM9:30 - 9:15 AM AM BreakSue Meyer, CCH ND presents Keynotes for Temperaments 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Break Concurrent Sessions Jason-Aeric Huenecke, CCH RSHom(NA)Concurrent Sessions9:30 AM - 10:15 AM presentsJason-Aeric Harnessing Huenecke, the CCH Power RSHom(NA) of the Field: 9:30Panel: AM Meet- 10:15 The AM Homeopathy Schools 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM 21st Century Provings presents Harnessing the Power of the Field: Panel:10:15 Meet AM The - 11:00 Homeopathy AM Schools 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM 21st Century Provings 10:15Panel: AM Ask - 11:00 A Homeopath AM with Lauri Grossman, Panel:DC CCH Ask A RSHom(NA) Homeopath &with Kim Lauri Elia Grossman, DC CCH RSHom(NA) & Kim Elia Concurrent Sessions Annette Hauser-Fang, PhD Concurrent SessionsSujata Owens, CCH, RSHom (NA), DHMS 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM presentsAnnette Homeopathy, Hauser-Fang, PhDOur Heartbeat, And Sujata(India), Owens, B.Sc.(India) CCH, RSHom presents (NA), Homeopathic DHMS 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM presents Homeopathy, Our Heartbeat, And (India), B.Sc.(India) presents Homeopathic Music: A Few Overlooked Science Facts and Support for the Effects of Stress in a Music: A Few Overlooked Science Facts and Support for the Effects of Stress in a TheirTheir Impact Impact on on Homeopathic Homeopathic Theory PandemicPandemic World: World: Cases Cases From From my Practice my Practice 12:0012:00 PM - PM1:15 - 1:15 PM PM Lunch Lunch Break Break 1:15 PM1:15 - PM2:45 - 2:45 PM PM DeniseDenise Straiges, Straiges, CCH CCH RSHom(NA) RSHom(NA) PCHPCH presents presents 21st 21st Century Century Medicine: Medicine: The Thefuture future is YOU is YOU 2:45 PM2:45 - PM3:15 - 3:15 PM PM Break Break KEYNOTE PRESENTATION PRESENTATION 3:15 PM3:15 - PM 5:00 - 5:00 PM PM FrederikFrederik Schroyens, Schroyens, MD MD presents presents New Repertorial Repertorial Strategies Strategies for forCase Case Analysis Analysis 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday Evening Concurrent Social Events 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday Evening Concurrent Social Events 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6:00PM - 7:00PM 5:00Opening PM - 7:00 Reception PM in the Exhibit Hall Book6:00PM Swap - in7:00PM Foyer OpeningMarketplace Reception Come inmix the and Exhibit mingle Hall with PleaseBook bring Swap a infew Foyer of your books that you no Marketplaceour incredible Come Sponsors mix and & Exhibitors mingle with in the longerPlease need bring to thea few JAHC of your2021 booksfor the thatBook you no ourExhibit incredible Hall Marketplace Sponsors & after Exhibitors the Opening in the Swaplonger on Fridayneed tonight. the JAHC 2021 for the Book Keynote Session! 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Register at www.JAHC.infoHomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 27 Winter 2020 –2021 How to Comfort a Cough,Naturally by RACHEL ROZELLE, ND

t’s 11:45 pm, and you awaken to hear your child’s hack- experiencing, the timing and frequency of the cough, and ing cough. It sounds like barking, and he complains that modalities (what makes the cough better or worse). I he woke up feeling like he couldn’t breathe. You grab While homeopathy can be a safe, effective, and the Robitussin®, which seems to give temporary relief, but it quick-acting solution for treating coughs, it is important to isn’t long until the cough returns. You give your child a drink seek professional care for proper evaluation and follow-up. of cold water, but this only makes the cough worse. Call your doctor immediately or seek emergency care if Panic mode starts to set in as you quickly debate call- your child’s cough is accompanied by respiratory distress, ing your pediatrician in the middle of the night or seeking cyanosis (blue or purple skin discoloration around the emergency care. The label on the cough medicine bottle nose, mouth, or fingernails from deficient oxygen in the says you can’t give another dose just yet, and you seem to blood), drooling, irregular or fast breathing, wheezing, or be running out of options on how to help your child. severe chest pain. You should also seek immediate med- Don’t fret—homeopathy can come to the rescue in ical attention if your child is under three months of age, situations like this! looks very ill, or has a persistent and worsening cough. Your child’s symptoms fit the indications for the homeo- Let’s take a look at a few clinical cases of children who pathic medicine Spongia tosta. A dose or two will likely were helped with homeopathy in the treatment of coughs. soothe your child’s cough, letting him and the whole family get back to sleep, with no trip to the ER required. Emma and the “barking” cough Three-year-old Emma came to my clinic with a cough and Homeopathy can help fever. Her symptoms had started three days prior, begin- Coughs are very common in children, especially during ning with a fever and a runny nose with clear discharge, the cold and flu season. But they can be scary for both kids followed by a cough that developed over the next day or and parents, especially when they occur in the middle of two. Her parents had tried over-the-counter cough sup- the night. While it’s always best to have a strong, sudden, pressant medications, respiratory herbs, and a combina- or persistent cough evaluated by a physician, there are tion homeopathic medicine, but nothing had given Emma many safe and effective treatments you can use at home relief. They described her cough as dry and barking, and when necessary. at its worst during the night. Because homeopathic treatment works best when the Physical examination and listening to Emma’s lungs with unique and unusual symptoms of the disease are matched a stethoscope revealed inspiratory stridor (a high-pitched with a remedy’s indications, it’s important to pay careful sound on inhalation indicating obstruction or narrowing attention to the characteristics of the cough. Whether you of the airway), a barky cough, and a fever of 101.9 F. These are a parent or a practitioner, excellent observational skills findings and her clinical presentation indicated viral croup. definitely come in handy. Things to look out for include Homeopathic Spongia tosta 200c was prescribed, the quality of the cough, sensations the child may be along with at-home cool mist respiratory treatment.

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HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 29 Winter 2020 –2021 KIDS & CONVENTIONAL COUGH MEDICINES—DO NOT MIX! The American Academy of Pediatrics warns against using conventional over- Coccus cacti 200c, every two to three hours, was prescribed, the-counter cough and cold medicines in children under age four, because and Samuel’s cough improved significantly in the first 24 hours. of the potential for serious harm. Reasons include that these drugs were Samuel continued taking Coccus cacti for several more days, until tested on adults, not children, and children may respond differently; also, his cough resolved. He also continued regular follow-up care with the risk of side effects or overdose is high. For children ages 4 to 6 years, the his pediatrician, as whooping cough can be a serious respiratory Academy suggests using these drugs only if recommended by a pediatrician. infection (especially in infants), but he did very well and experi- Thank goodness we have a safe alternative in the treatment of children’s enced no residual symptoms. coughs and colds—gentle, effective homeopathic remedies! Coccus cacti is a homeopathic remedy for spasmodic coughs that end with the vomiting of clear, ropy mucus. These coughs are often paroxysmal (sudden in recurrence or intensification) and feel choking Emma’s cough and fever improved immediately, and they com- in nature, due to the coughing up of thick mucus. Coughs calling for pletely resolved within 24 hours, with no return of symptoms. Coccus cacti are often triggered by a tickle felt in the larynx and are Spongia: The most characteristic symptom in Emma’s case typically worse upon first waking in the morning. They can feel better that led to the choice of Spongia was the quality of her cough. The in cold air and from cold drinks, and feel worse from warmth. typical Spongia cough sounds hard, barking, crowing, or whistling. Spongia coughs can also be accompanied by difficult or labored Max and the “it hurts to move” cough breathing, which improves when the child sits up and bends for- Max, a seven-year-old, was brought to my clinic because he’d had ward. These coughs are typically dry with scanty and difficult expec- a bad cough for three days. Max reported that his cough was very toration. They are worse after sleep, with a particular exacerbation painful and that it hurt for him to move. His mom said that she often before or after midnight. Another interesting characteristic of these saw him holding his chest when he coughed, and that his breathing coughs is that they are ameliorated by warm food or drinks. Spongia is a common remedy for treating croup in children, and rate seemed more rapid. She also said she was surprised that Max definitely one you want to have on hand for your little ones (see had asked her to leave the window open in his room, even though “Croup: Keep Your Cool” opposite, on page 31). it was autumn and the weather had turned much cooler. Physical examination revealed a mildly increased breathing rate, Samuel and the “whooping” cough shallow breathing, and a low-grade fever of 100.5. Max’s lungs were Ten-year-old Samuel had been coughing for a month by the time clear on examination by stethoscope, and he did not show any signs he came to me for a homeopathic consultation. He had already of respiratory distress or cyanosis. Homeopathic Bryonia 200c was seen his pediatrician, who had diagnosed pertussis (whooping prescribed, and Max’s cough began to improve immediately. cough) and prescribed antibiotics. While this treatment likely made Bryonia: The most characteristic symptoms leading to the selec- Samuel less contagious (since whooping cough is a bacterial infection of Bryonia were that Max’s cough was extremely painful and was tion), it did not provide him with much relief. worse with any type of movement. His mom had also observed him Samuel had intensely spasmodic coughing spells accompanied holding his chest when he coughed, which showed that his cough by the classic “whooping” sound at the end, on inhalation. At its was likely ameliorated with pressure—another strong Bryonia indi- worst, the cough would end with Samuel vomiting clear, ropy cation. This demonstrates how the observation of symptoms by a mucus. The cough was also suffocative in nature in that Samuel parent are often key to finding the right remedy, since a child might said it was accompanied by a feeling of being unable to get a full not be able to report their symptoms as fully as most adults can. breath. His cough was worse first thing in the morning, as well as Another common symptom of a Bryonia cough is short and late at night. Cold air and cold drinks were the only things that pro- rapid breathing, because taking deep breaths can be extremely vided him temporary relief. painful. Bryonia coughs are also aggravated in warm rooms and

Decoding Cough omeopathy’s founder, Samuel Hahnemann, outlines the key to selecting Hthe most fitting homeopathic remedy for a specific illness, such as a cough. In Aphorism 153 of his Organon of the Medical Art, he says: pay attention Characteristics to the symptoms of a person’s illness that are “more striking, exceptional, unusual, and odd (characteristic) … These, above all, must correspond to very SO MANY SYMPTOMS: WHICH ONES ARE KEY? similar ones in the symptom set” of the chosen homeopathic remedy.

In choosing a remedy for someone with an acute cough, you will want to consider:

What does the cough What is the timing and What is the mucus like? What makes the cough Any accompanying Any other accompanying symptoms sound like? frequency of the cough? (e.g., color, consistency, better? mental or emotional or overall changes in a person’s reported taste?) symptoms? general symptoms? (e.g., thirst, food What does the cough What makes the cough cravings, tendency to be hot or cold) feel like? worse?

Once you gather this information, decide which symptoms are most characteristic (i.e., striking, strong, exceptional, unusual, or odd); you will have the best results if you choose a remedy that is the best match for the characteristic symptoms (as opposed to common, run-of-the-mill, or vague symptoms).

30 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 ameliorated by cold, open air. Max wanted to leave the window CROUP: open on a cool night, which was unusual for him and indicated that his cough likely felt better with cool air. Keep Your Cool Cough remedies for your kit While there are many homeopathic remedies that may be helpful for coughs, the remedies that helped Emma, Samuel, and Max—along AND KEEP THESE THREE with the remedies described below—are some of the more common ones, and good selections for your home remedy kit. REMEDIES HANDY Drosera is a remedy for deep coughs. These coughs can be Croup, from the Anglo-Saxon for hoarse voice, is a viral infection of dry and barking, similar to Spongia, but a Drosera cough tends to the upper airway. Its hacking cough, sometimes described as a seal- be deeper, more spasmodic, and more paroxysmal. The parox- like bark, is caused by a swollen, narrowed airway, right at the level ysms of coughs are often violent and rapid, resulting in a feeling of the vocal cords. This inflammation can also produce a high-pitched that the person cannot catch their breath. These coughs are made whistling sound on inhaling. Croup usually occurs in younger children, around ages two to four, because their airways are small. worse by lying down. People who need Drosera often sleep propped up in bed, because lying down immediately elicits their Croup often begins as a typical cold—runny nose, the beginning of cough. These coughs are also worse from drinking and talking, and laryngitis—with the child actually seeming not very ill before bedtime. During the night, swollen airways can wake the child suddenly when are worse after midnight. they feel they can’t take a proper breath, and they awaken frightened. Rumex crispus is a go-to remedy for coughs caused by a tick- “This is the very picture of [the homeopathic remedy] Aconite,” says ling in the throat pit (suprasternal notch area). Even a small amount Maesimund Panos, MD, in Homeopathic Medicine at Home. of pressure in this area can provoke these coughs. The coughs are “First, give Aconite at the onset of croup. Here the cough is dry, loud, dry with a constant, though ineffectual, desire to hawk up mucus. and barking and the child is exceedingly restless and anxious,” says The coughs can be frequent, continuous, or in fits that occur at Dr. Panos. If the child is not better after an hour and another dose of long intervals. These coughs are aggravated by breathing in cold Aconite, she suggests switching to Spongia, a commonly used remedy air, especially when the air changes from warm to cold. in cases of croup (described in the adjacent article, “How to Comfort a Phosphorus can address both dry and loose coughs. Expec- Cough, Naturally”). toration can be either difficult or profuse. Sputum can vary in color, “At this point, your child will probably be asleep and comfortable,” taste, or consistency, or can even be bloody. Phosphorus coughs she says, “but, if toward morning, coughing continues and breathing are worse at night, with talking, with cold air, and with certain is still not smooth and easy, give Hepar sulphuris. Here the cough is odors. They are often triggered by a tickling in the throat or chest. loose and rattling and deeper toned.” She adds, “I give each parent of These coughs can cause tightness, pressure, or burning pains in a toddler a packet containing these three remedies.” the chest. Phosphorus is a great remedy for colds that always seem Because a croupy cough only gets worse when the child is anxious to end up in the chest, so if this sounds like your child, Phosphorus and crying, keeping your own cool will convey calmness to your child. would be a remedy to consider. Hold your child in a fairly upright position, sing lullabies, or read quiet Pulsatilla is a remedy for wet, loose coughs with thick yellow or stories. You might turn on the shower with the bathroom door closed green mucus that can be easily coughed up. These coughs tend to and sit in the steamy room together, or set up a cool mist humidifier a be dryer at night and produce more mucus in the morning. Pulsatilla safe distance from the bed. coughs are worse in a warm room and ameliorated in cool or open air. A croup infection is usually not serious and can be treated at home. But seek immediate emergency care if your child’s cough Dosing is accompanied by signs of respiratory distress—cyanosis (blue When treating acute conditions, it is best to use higher potencies or purple skin around the nose, mouth, or fingernails), drooling, irregular or fast breathing, wheezing, or severe chest pain. Also, seek (such as 200c, if you have it) and dose frequently, typically every two immediate medical attention if your child is under three months of to three hours. If you have only a lower potency remedy, such as age, looks very ill, or has a persistent and worsening cough. 30c or 12c, of course, you can use that instead. If you’ve chosen an appropriate remedy, you should see improvement within 24 hours. If you do not see improvement in this time period, you should try a different homeopathic remedy. If you initially see improvement with a remedy, but symptoms appear to worsen again, stick with the same remedy and repeat the dosing or dose a little more frequently. You ABOUT THE AUTHOR also might try the same remedy at a higher potency. Rachel Rozelle, ND, is a naturopathic doctor licensed in the states of California and Vermont, and a graduate of the Southwest For the whole family College of Naturopathic Medicine. She previously worked at Bastyr University as an adjunct faculty member. She currently While this article primarily focuses on kids with coughs, remember practices at Windhorse Naturopathic in Brattleboro, Vermont, that homeopathic remedies are safe and effective for people of where she specializes in pediatrics and homeopathy. She provides homeopathic and naturopathic telemedicine any age. If you are an adult with acute cough symptoms that fit the consultations to patients all over the country. www.drrozelle.com descriptions of the remedies described here, you, too, can find comfort from gentle, homeopathic remedies.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 31 Winter 2020 –2021 Well-meant meds, a merry- go-round of misery: How Sasha regained her balance Unwinding Prescribing by AMY ROTHENBERG, ND, DHANP

welve-year-old Sasha had been suffering with an upset stomach and diarrhea for a month. Down eight pounds from her already slight 88-pound T frame, she sat on the exam table in my office looking woefully tired and unwell. Several years earlier, I had treated her for mild eczema, from which she recovered, and she had been doing very well, until recently. “Sasha was a healthy, robust baby, remember? I just don’t know what’s happened to her,” her mom said. Working to understand and contextualize Sasha’s main complaints, I found that Sasha now had symptoms on most every system of her body. As a licensed naturopathic doctor, I am always interested in the root cause of symptoms or diagnoses and take the time to learn what might have brought a young person to this state over a short period of time. As I took her history, Sasha’s story unfolded.

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HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 33 Winter 2020 –2021 One thing after another Her mom reported that Sasha had retreated from the family, Six months earlier, Sasha had sprained her ankle in a dance class. seemed “hard to reach,” and did not want to talk about it. Her When it did not improve after two weeks of conservative treatment mom described Sasha as having “a heavy energy” since then and (rest, ice, elevation, compression), her pediatrician prescribed being less interested in everything, from school to family time, and naproxen (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, brand name even to her previously beloved dance classes. Aleve®). Within 10 days, with the ankle still bothering her, Sasha I was not glad that Sasha had suffered this disappointment, loss, developed heartburn and digestive discomfort. Another pro- and sadness, but I was glad to have a little more context for under- vider in the pediatrician’s office prescribed Prilosec® (a drug that standing her story. It would help me to formulate a treatment plan for decreases stomach acid) for presumed gastro-esophageal reflux. Sasha and choose an appropriate homeopathic remedy to support A few weeks later, Sasha developed daily headaches that had her her healing. I was interested to note that, while it seemed that many of lying in a dark room and not wanting to move. Her mom was told to her complaints were caused by the medications she took, those drugs give her ibuprofen (another non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug) did not exactly address her complaints. The symptoms were piling up, for the headaches. Almost immediately, Sasha began to have diar- one against the other, like stacked wood about to go up in smoke. rhea—on top of a sore ankle, heartburn, and daily headaches. My first thought was, wow, I sure wish her mom had brought Acute or constitutional? Sasha to me when she initially sprained her ankle! But after 35 years My first job was to ascertain whether Sasha needed a whole-per- of practice, I have come to appreciate that even when we help a son-focused constitutional remedy or a more narrowly-focused person or a family, sometimes they forget to come back, or they acute remedy. A constitutional remedy is broad-acting and could don’t appreciate that our gentle, effective approaches might also potentially address all the stops on her merry-go-round of symp- work for their current health challenge! toms. Such a prescription would take into account how she experienced her symptoms, almost regardless of cause, as well as her Crushed by a cascade temperament and specific physical general symptoms, such as A quick look at potential side effects for naproxen, Prilosec®, and temperature preferences, food choices, and thirst. An acute rem- ibuprofen, shows each of Sasha’s subsequent symptoms listed edy would be aimed more narrowly at the diarrhea and upset stom- highly. Her small and sensitive body was not built to handle the ach or the nagging headache or the ankle soreness. onslaught of these pharmaceuticals. And although the advent of From working with this family over time, I knew that a few years the electronic medical record holds the promise of consistency— earlier Sasha had responded well to the constitutional remedy, where each provider has a clear understanding of the patient Natrum muriaticum, so it was possible that she simply needed that history and timeline of ailments — overwhelmed clinics, short remedy again. I would give Natrum muriaticum and not look for an doctor visits, and incomplete patient reporting can coalesce in acute remedy if the following were true: ways that may leave patients victim to overmedication by way of 1. Sasha was basically still the same person as a few years ago the “prescribing cascade.” This is when a first drug given leads to with regard to her temperament and the way she interfaced side effects, or signs and symptoms, which are perceived as a new with the world: kind and sensitive, caring deeply about oth- condition, for which an additional medication is prescribed. Even ers, not overtly gregarious, but someone who feels deeply. though the prescribing cascade and its problematic impact are 2. Her physical general symptoms had not changed. well understood, it has become an increasingly common occur- 3. The nature of her pains or discomforts were covered by Natrum rence in the conventional medical world. muriaticum, even if she had not had those symptoms before. If any one of these three areas had shifted or were not covered by Getting to the root of susceptibility the remedy Natrum muriaticum, I would go to work to find an acute Because many of Sasha’s symptoms were drug reactions, I knew remedy (or remedies, over time) to address each symptom complex. that one or our main goals would be to discontinue the drugs, if possible, on an appropriate schedule and with plenty of support. Still the same Sasha But delving further into the history of Sasha’s present illness, I also As it turned out, Sasha’s temperament and nature still fit the under- wanted to know more about her initial ankle injury. Was anything lying sensitivity and sensibility of Natrum muriaticum. That was part else happening in her life around that time that made this otherwise of the reason why her friend’s leaving had such a deep impact on healthy young lady more susceptible to a worse injury than normal, Sasha. People who do well with this remedy often form long-lasting or to not heal in a typical timeframe, even though she had followed and meaningful bonds, connections, friendships, and relationships her doctor’s and parents’ recommendations to a tee? Had there with family members, friends, teachers, mentors, coaches, and so been any acute illnesses, specific stressors at home or at school, or on. When these relationships end or perhaps become less close anything else that had been difficult for Sasha or her family in the over time, the Natrum muriaticum person’s grief may run wide and months before her injury? can make them more susceptible to all kinds of issues—physical, When I asked about this, mother and daughter looked at each cognitive, and/or emotional. other, and Sasha began to tear up. As it turned out, several weeks I also confirmed that Sasha’s general physical symptoms had before the injury, her very best friend, someone she considered not changed over the last number of years. She was still warm- a dear sister, had moved far away, and Sasha was devastated. blooded, still preferred cool drinks, and still had a singular craving

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Lest we think that only the very old and • Is there a safer drug available than for high blood pressure, high cho- very young are vulnerable to the poten- the one I’m taking? lesterol, or Type 2 diabetes. To learn tial problems of the pharmaceutical pre- • Could I take a lower dose of the more about some of these potential scribing cascade, geriatrician Dr. Paula prescribed drug? pitfalls, you can find helpful resources Rochon reminds us in a recent New on the websites of Deprescribing.org And most importantly: York Times article that it can happen to of Canada and the U.S. Deprescribing • Do I need to take this drug at all? anyone. “Everyone needs to consider Research Network: Dr. Rochon advises everyone to keep the possibility every time a drug is pre- https://deprescribing.org/resources/ 1 scribed,” she warns. a list of all their medications (including deprescribing-information-pamphlets/ the dose, frequency, and when and why She advises patients or their responsible they started taking each drug) and to https://deprescribingresearch.org/ family members to ask the health pro- show this list to every provider they see. for-patients/ vider these questions before accepting a prescription: Patients taking conventional medi- • Am I experiencing a symptom that cations (or their responsible family REFERENCE could be a side effect of a drug I’m members) may also want to familiarize 1. Brody JE. The risks of the prescribing cascade. The New taking? themselves with certain side effect York Times. September 7, 2020. https://www.nytimes. • Is this new drug you’re prescribing loops that commonly occur with com/2020/09/07/well/live/prescription-medication-drug-side-effects-cascade.html. Accessed November 17, being used to treat a side effect? often-prescribed drugs, such as those 2020.

for salty foods, all in line with the remedy Natrum muriaticum. refrain from drinking water with her meals.1 One by one, over the When she did not feel well in her spirits or her body, she preferred course of three weeks, Sasha came off the conventional medica- to be alone, in a dark, quiet room. Her mom could come in, but tions until she was back to a sore ankle with both limited range of Sasha did not seek, nor did she seem to be helped by, a big show- motion and reduced ability to bear full weight. We now had Sasha ing of affection and coddling. These preferences also fit the profile shift to an anti-inflammatory diet, start taking some gentle anti-in- of Natrum muriaticum, as people needing this remedy tend to flammatory botanicals (such as curcumin, bromelain, and ginger), desire solitude, suffer their grief silently, and feel worse when some- and go for several physical therapy sessions. It did not take her one tries to console them. long to heal and come back to herself—a sensitive person who was The nature of Sasha’s pains fit the profile for Natrum muriaticum symptom-free and full of energy and passion again. as well; her headache was much worse from the light, which is a strong modality for people who benefit from this remedy. And Sailing smoothly when describing her digestive discomfort, she used the expres- Over ensuing years, Sasha has continued to do well and comes to sion, “like there’s a hard ball in my belly,” a Natrum muriaticum con- see me periodically if she or her mom feels she needs a “tune-up.” firmatory symptom. I have prescribed Natrum muriaticum for her on a number of Unwinding the cascade occasions, such as when stressors were high and she developed a series of migraine headaches related to her menses. Each time, she I prescribed the homeopathic remedy, Natrum muriaticum 200c, and asked Sasha to discontinue the ibuprofen. We also used some responded well to her constitutional remedy and came back into a tried-and-true naturopathic remedies to help with diarrhea and healthy, balanced state. stomachaches, including taking a probiotic, sipping on chamo- On one occasion, after overdoing it at dance class and experi- mile and ginger tea, and eating probiotic-rich foods, along with encing back, neck, and head pain, Sasha took the remedy Bryonia. a low-residue diet. Over the next several weeks, Sasha’s mood We switched to that acute remedy because she had shifted in her began to perk up. As the diarrhea abated, so did the headaches. temperament, becoming very irritable, which was not typical for I asked her mom to slowly wean Sasha from the Prilosec her, and also constipated and rather dried out overall—symptoms because some people have rebound worsening of GERD symp- more indicative of Bryonia. (As you may know, some constitutional toms when they quit cold turkey. I suggested that Sasha use chew- remedies have a kinship with some acute remedies, and Natrum able slippery elm lozenges to help with any reflux symptoms, and muriaticum and Bryonia are two such remedies.)

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 35 Winter 2020 –2021 Polypharmacy predicament pharmaceuticals to address side effects of other medications is, With the support of homeopathy and natural medicine, Sasha was plainly put, just not a good idea. Finally, looking first to gentle able to get off the pharmaceuticals, unwind her downward health approaches, such as homeopathy and botanical medicine, makes spiral, and flourish as a teenager and young adult. We can only good sense. Let’s save the conventional drugs for the times they imagine, however, what her life might have been like if she had are well indicated and have the best potential for working. continued declining as a result of a prescribing cascade, with no end in sight for her many troublesome symptoms. Sad to say, but REFERENCES

many parents are struggling to support children stuck in this same 1. For a few of Dr. Rothenberg’s related articles in Homeopathy Today, search the online archives type of cycle. for: “The Man Who Married His Job: A Case of Chronic Heartburn and Reflux (GERD),” July/August 2007; “Hello Health, Goodbye GI Complaints: Swift and Sweet Relief After a Long Trip Down Con- Thankfully, earlier this year, “The KIDS List” was published—Key ventional Medicine’s Primrose Path,” Summer 2015; “Pharmaceuticals, Homeopathy, and Natural 2 Supplements, Can We Use Them All Together?” September/October 2008; “Stuck in the Benzo Potentially Inappropriate Drugs in Pediatrics. Developed by the Trap? Keep Calm and Get Off These Prescription Drugs for Good, with Help from Natural Medi- cine,” Spring 2020. www.homeopathycenter.org/homeopathy-today/. Pediatric Pharmacy Association, this peer-reviewed list aims to 2. Meyers RS, Thackray J, Matson KL, et al. Key Potentially Inappropriate Drugs in pediatrics: The create a standard of care for safe medication use in pediatric pop- KIDs list. J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther.2020;25(3):175-191. doi: 10.5863/1551-6776-25.3.175. PMID: 32265601; PMCID: PMC7134587. ulations. Hopefully, it will raise awareness and provide essential 3. Anderson TS, Steinman MA. Antihypertensive prescribing cascades as high-priority targets for deprescribing. JAMA Intern Med. 2020;180(5):651–652. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2019.7082. information to practitioners prescribing for our youngest patients, 4. Fixen DR. 2019 AGS Beers Criteria for Older Adults. Pharmacy Today. https://www.pharmacytoday. who are more vulnerable to pharmaceutical side effects and whose org/article/S1042-0991(19)31235-6/fulltext. Accessed November 17, 2020. 5. Peer RF, Shabir N. Iatrogenesis: A review on nature, extent, and distribution of healthcare hazards. J parents may be too overwhelmed with other elements of raising a Family Med Prim Care. 2018 Mar-Apr;7(2):309-314. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_329_17. family to notice when drugs are being inappropriately prescribed. Of course, the prescribing cascade is even more problematic ABOUT THE AUTHOR for older adults, who frequently take multiple prescription drugs. Amy Rothenberg, ND, DHANP, practices in Connecticut and Forty percent of adults age 65 and older take five or more pre- Massachusetts (www.nhcmed.com) and by telemedicine. Dr. scription drugs on a daily basis, and this polypharmacy makes it Rothenberg is the AANP’s 2017 Physician of the Year. With her husband, Paul Herscu, ND, MPH, DHANP, she teaches through very difficult to determine which drugs might be causing which the New England School of Homeopathy (www.NESH.com). A symptoms.3 Also, some side effects do not appear until months or new NESH cohort begins October 2020 in Amherst, MA, and for the first time, with virtual attendance possible. Her writing even years after a person starts a drug. Moreover, older adults are can be found at Medium, Thrive Global, The Huffington Post, physiologically unable to process drugs in their systems as easily as and more. When not working, Dr. Rothenberg enjoys spending younger adults, leading to more adverse reactions. For these rea- time with her family, in nature, and puttering in her art studio. sons, in 1991, geriatrician Mark H. Beers created the Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults.4 This evidence-based resource, updated every three years by the Amer- ican Geriatrics Society, is an essential tool for all healthcare professionals who treat older patients. Applying its recommendations supports the safer prescribing of pharmaceuticals for the geriatric set. The list focuses on the concept of deprescribing drugs to help reduce issues that arise from drug-drug interaction and adverse effects. For some patients, that means reducing doses, because side effects are often dose-dependent, and for others, it means working toward complete elimination of a particular drug in question. The iGeriatrics app, offered by the American Geriatrics Soci- ety, provides similar information in a convenient, accessible format. If all prescribing providers took pause, considered how a patient might respond to a particular medication, and appreciated that sometimes a presenting symptom is really a side effect of a previously prescribed drug the patient is taking, we could avoid the potential for at least some forms of iatrogenic (medically induced) disease.5 Since we do not live in a perfect world, however, it often falls on patients and their family members to be aware of these potential pitfalls in prescribing, and to monitor their loved ones’ medical care as best they can (see the sidebar, “Prescription Pitfalls: Be Your Own Advocate,” on page 35).

Lessons learned Not only did Sasha blossom with homeopathic treatment, but Sasha’s parents learned a few important lessons. First of all, the body, when given the right nourishment and support, has enor- mous capacity for healing. Second and just as important, using

36 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 WORKING WITH SKEPTICS How to engage with people who are skeptical of homeopathy

by TODD ROWE, MD, MD(H), CCH, DHt

ver the past 30 years since my introduction to friends and other family members to me, even attending homeopathy, I have had the opportunity to a second public talk where he explained to the audience O work with many skeptics—patients, families of his initial skepticism and how homeopathy had later patients, participants in public talks, alternative medi- transformed his life. cine practitioners, conventional medical practitioners, and government officials. I have tried many approaches, What is a skeptic? some with spectacular success, some with spectacular A skeptic is a person inclined to question or doubt failure. I have learned much from these experiences, accepted opinions. This may lead the person to mistrust and each encounter has helped me deepen my under- other people and their ideas. standing and appreciation of homeopathy. The derivation of the word skeptic is from the Greek, For example, John was a skeptic I first met at a public meaning “to reflect on.” In ancient Greece, a group of presentation on homeopathic medicine. From his seat, philosophers called themselves Skeptics. This leads to he stood up and shouted in an angry voice, “This is a pile another definition: that of an ancient or modern philos- of bull!” and stormed out of the talk. Needless to say, I opher who denies the possibility of knowledge, or even was surprised to see him as a patient in my office several rational belief, in some sphere. weeks later. John explained that his wife, who was a patient of mine, Are we all skeptics? insisted that he also see me as a patient, as well as attend Nearly everyone has some degree of skepticism incor- my public talk to learn more about homeopathy. He admit- porated into their world view. Skepticism can be healthy ted that he didn’t believe in homeopathy and that he was in that it prevents us from being too gullible. It is an skeptical about all forms of natural medicine. essential quality of mental freedom, allowing us to think John’s case was challenging but I was able to find a independently for ourselves. A healthy skeptic is one homeopathic medicine that helped him significantly. who is open to changing their mind and is able to hear Following his successful treatment, he began to refer other points of view.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 37 Winter 2020 –2021 Unhealthy skepticism occurs when individuals are unable to Avoid attacking their core beliefs. Nearly everyone has hear points of view other than their own. They become trapped core beliefs to which they have a strong emotional attachment. It is in their skeptical attitudes, skeptical about anything not consistent important when in dialogue with a skeptic to understand what their with their values. Unhealthy skepticism is generally associated with core beliefs are and avoid challenging or attacking those beliefs. strong emotions. These emotions generate feelings of intense, Instead, focus on areas that are more neutral, where you can find unshakeable attachment to one’s ideas. In this extreme form, skep- common agreement. tics can create “alternative facts” to justify their viewpoint. Don’t let yourself feel attacked personally. When we feel There is a balance between creative and destructive energies in personally attacked, we become defensive and lose objectivity. the universe. Unhealthy skeptics work with destructive energies. By Look for ways to depersonalize the discussion. When your voice the Law of Entropy, it is easier to tear something down than to cre- gets louder and you find yourself becoming angry, it may be time ate something new. It is far easier to be skeptical than to embrace a to either re-focus the discussion or take a break until you can find new idea that requires a change in consciousness. inner calm. Stand up for your truth. To study and learn homeopathy is Can you successfully argue with a skeptic? a journey of hard-won truths, based on deep and rich experience. With a healthy skeptic, argument is possible but often difficult. It is essential to speak one’s truth and to speak from the heart Skeptics can be very skilled arguers and enjoy debating with oth- when sharing about homeopathy with others. When we come ers. With unhealthy skeptics, argument is nearly always unsuccess- from a place of inner truth, it will resonate with those with whom ful. Their emotional attachment to their beliefs cannot be shaken by we are speaking. a reasoned argument. Agree to disagree. In working with skeptics, there will be What I have found more helpful than argument is sharing an areas in which you can find common agreement, as well as areas experience. Historically, many well-known homeopaths were skep- where you cannot. It is important to honor both. You may be able tical of homeopathy until they, or their family, were successfully to come back to areas of disagreement in future discussions. treated (see “Two Homeopaths-Turned-Champions of Homeopa- Don’t let them dominate the discussion. Skeptics often try thy” on page 39). Following this successful treatment experience, to control the conversation by dominating the discussion. This tech- they became strong proponents of homeopathic medicine. In nique prevents others from speaking or being heard. Sometimes working with skeptics, I have often recommended that they simply you need to interrupt their flow, acknowledge what they have said, try homeopathy. That can make all the difference. and then ask that they give the same courtesy to you. Don’t get in over your head (seek help). Lastly, everyone, Keys to working with skeptics regardless of their skill level, needs help sometimes. If you are Here are 11 tips that I have found useful when engaging with feeling you are in over your head during a discussion, refer the people who express skepticism about homeopathy: skeptic to someone else or seek consultation with someone who Look for common ground. Rather than focusing on areas of has more expertise. disagreement, look for areas of agreement. Once these areas of common ground have been established, you can work from there. Listen to where they are coming from. Many skeptics com- Common attacks from skeptics plain that others don’t listen to what they have to say. If you ensure Here are four common challenges to homeopathy that I have heard that they feel heard, they will feel more comfortable with listening over the years and some of the ways I have responded. to what you have to say. “Homeopathy is nothing more than placebo.” My Use language they can understand. In debates between response is to cite studies on homeopathy that show its efficacy 1,2 skeptics and homeopaths, language is often used that neither side across all conditions as between 75-80%. I also describe its effec- can understand or relate to. It is important to use terms that can be tiveness in babies, animals, and plants, where the placebo effect commonly understood and to avoid language that is pejorative or is far less likely. Lastly, I mention biomolecular research that shows demeaning to the other party. that nanoparticles of an original substance are still present even in 3,4 Avoid overgeneralization. Many skeptics complain that ultra-high dilutions. homeopaths use overgeneralizations and are weak on details. “Homeopathy is dangerous.” Often this takes the form An example might be that in explaining how homeopathy works, of recent concerns of the FDA regarding the potential toxicity of a homeopath describes it only as a form of energy medicine. remedies containing zinc salts or belladonna. My response is to Although it is true that homeopathy is a form of energy medicine, cite the literature about the strong safety profile of homeopathic this is not a sufficient explanation in itself of how homeopathy medicines and their relative lack of side effects compared to works. To go a bit deeper, you might describe the resonance conventional medications.5,6 I also focus on the inherent dangers between the energy of the homeopathic medicine and the energy of conventional medicines and their side effects. When skeptics of the individual who is sick, creating a healing reaction. When pos- bring up the danger of patients avoiding conventional treatment, I sible, try to be specific and use clear examples. point to the commonality of iatrogenic diseases (diseases caused Be your own skeptic. Skeptics often relate better to those by medical examination or treatment). For example, a 2016 Johns who are also skeptical. Don’t be afraid to share your own skepti- Hopkins Study named medical errors as the third leading cause of cism and skeptical experiences. death in the U.S.

38 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 “There is no research supporting homeopathy.” My REFERENCES response is to say that this is simply not true. I point to the rich 1. National Homeopathic Patient Survey, January 2008. https://pihma-fpre.org/wp-content/ evidence of clinical trials supporting homeopathy, while acknowl- uploads/2015/07/AMCH-Natl-Home-Pt-Survey-Results.pdf. Accessed November 17, 2020. 2. North American Homeopathic Patient Survey, January 2014. https://pihma-fpre.org/wp-content/ edging that more research needs to be done. I talk about the basic uploads/2015/07/AMCH-Natl-Home-Pt-Survey-Results-2014.pdf. Accessed November 17, 2020. scientific research supporting the mechanism of action of homeo- 3. Chikramane PS, Suresh AK, Bellare JR, Kane SG. Extreme homeopathic dilutions retain starting materials: A nanoparticulate perspective. Homeopathy. 2010;99:231-242. pathic medicines. I end with talking about research demonstrating 4. Bell, IR. Homeopathy as systemic adaptational nanomedicine: The nanoparticle-cross-adapta- 7,8 tion-sensitization model. AJHM. 2012;105(3):116-130. success of homeopathic treatment in community populations. 5. World Health Organization. Safety issues in the preparation of homeopathic medicines. https:// www.who.int/medicines/areas/traditional/Homeopathy.pdf?ua=1. Accessed November 17, 2020. “Homeopathy is a dying, outmoded system.” I have heard 6. Stub T, Musial F, Kristoffersen A, Alræk T, Liu J. Adverse effects of homeopathy, what do we know? A this attack increasingly in recent years. Generally, I point them to systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Complement Ther Med. 2016 Jun;26:146-63. doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2016.03.013. the World Health Organization’s research demonstrating the recent 7. Witt CM, Ludtke R, Baur R, Willich SN. Homeopathic medical practice: long-term results of a cohort 9 study with 3981 patients. BMC Public Health. 2005;5;115. doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-5-115. growth of homeopathic medicine and its increasing popularity. 8. Spence DS, Thompson EA, Barron SJ. Homeopathic treatment for chronic disease: a 6-year, univer- I also describe how homeopathy is practiced around the world sity hospital outpatient observational study. J Altern Complement Med; 2005;11(5);793-798. 9. Bodeker G, Ong CK, Grundy C, Burford G, Shein K. WHO Global Atlas of Traditional Complemen- today (www.lmhi.org) and recent governmental recognition of tary and Alternative Medicine (Map Volume); Kobe, Japan; 2005. homeopathic medicine, such as the Swiss Government’s Commis- sioned Report on Homeopathy in 2011. ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Todd Rowe, MD, MD(H), CCH, DHt, is a licensed homeopathic The challenge and the change physician in Arizona who is Board Certified in Psychiatry. He is the past president and founder of the American Medical College Although working with skeptics can be challenging, I have seen of Homeopathy, past president of the National Center for amazing changes and growth in some skeptics I have worked with. Homeopathy, and past president of the Arizona Board of Homeopathic and Integrated Medicine Examiners. He has been Engaging with skeptics has also enriched my own understanding teaching homeopathy for more than 20 years and has authored and appreciation of homeopathy. several books, including Homeopathic Methodology, The Desert World: A Homeopathic Exploration, The Homeopathic Journey, and Choosing a Career in Homeopathic Medicine.

Constantine Hering, MD, 1800-1880, one of extreme skeptic of homeopathy. But after he saw Two Skeptics- homeopathy’s most significant contributors, is its powerful effects in a pediatric hospital ward, known as the Father of American Homeopathy. he became a strong proponent, comparing his He conducted 104 provings, introduced the “conversion” to that of “St. Paul on the road to Turned-Champions remedy Lachesis into homeopathy, and wrote Damascus.” the 10-volume Guiding Symptoms of Our Materia As Julian Winston tells it: “While working at a hos- Medica. But he started out as a skeptic. As a stu- pital, Burnett watched a little boy die of pleurisy. of Homeopathy dent at the University of Leipzig, Germany, under It affected him greatly. He confided his despon- the tutelage of an eminent surgeon, he was asked dency to his friend Alfred Hawkes at the Royal HOMEOPATHS FROM HISTORY to “write a paper exposing homoeopathy.” So Infirmary, who recommended homeopathy. “he decided to repeat Hahnemann’s experiment Dr. Burnett purchased—‘very much as if I were with Cinchona … in order to more thoroughly contemplating a crime’—Richard Hughes’ two We are grateful for Julian Winston’s 1999 book, attack the new folly.” When he asked the drug- manuals, on [homeopathic] pharmacodynamics The Faces of Homoeopathy: An Illustrated History gist for Cinchona, “The druggist replied, ‘Let it and therapeutics, which at that time provided the alone, Hering. You are stepping on dangerous standard introduction in English to ‘this danger- of the First 200 Years, which is the source for ground.’ To which Hering replied, ‘I have no fear ous ground.’ of the truth.’ the information and quotes about homeopathic “Hughes had suggested Aconite as a remedy for physicians Hering and Burnett in this article. The “Shortly after, in 1821, he received a dissecting simple fever, and Dr. Burnett determined to test wound in his right index finger. Amputation was book is available again, after being out of print for the advice on his children’s fever ward, dosing offered, but he declined the option.” A friend all the patients down one side with Aconite and many years. It is an excellent reference, chock full persuaded him to try the homeopathic remedy treating the others as usual.” Burnett explained of eye-opening stories. Arsenicum. When his badly infected finger his motivation at the time: “I would try the thing healed, he gave thanks, saying: “The finger is at the bedside, prove it to be a lying sham, and still my own … To Hahnemann who restored it expose it to an admiring profession.” was given the hand, even more the man, body and soul.” He then began a lifetime of correspon- But much to his surprise, “Within twenty-four dence with Hahnemann. hours all the Aconite children were cured (save one who had measles) and smartly discharged, “My enthusiasm [for homeopathy] grew,” he said. while the rest still languished in hospital. The “I became a fanatic. I went about the country, vis- experiment was repeated with the same startling ited inns, where I got up on tables and benches results until a truculent nurse, impatient of the to harangue whoever might be present to listen doctor’s hard heart, dosed all the patients indis- to my enthusiastic speeches on homeopathy. criminately from ‘Dr. Burnett’s Fever Bottle’ and … Success came everywhere. I almost thought I emptied the ward. could raise the dead.” “Burnett said he was ‘simply dumbfounded.’ He James Compton Burnett, MD, 1840-1901, famed spent his nights reading homoeopathic literature British homeopath and author of many books, and … instantly resolved ‘to fight the good fight including the popular Fifty Reasons for Being a of homeopathy with all the power I possess; were Homeopath, began his medical career as an I to do less I should be afraid to die.’” Constantine Hering, MD James Compton Burnett, MD

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 39 Winter 2020 –2021 TEACHING KIDS HOMEOPATHY LESSON 3: TOXIC OR JUST WATER: WHAT ARE THE MEDICINES?

by PAOLA BROWN, M.ED

s you and your family continue to step into the There are many ways of observing the evidence world of homeopathy together, and as you of something that is not visible or easily identified. A A teach your children and teens about homeo- common example to help students—especially young pathic medicine, the concept of potentized medicine is children—understand this concept is by talking about a critical one to help your students understand. air or fragrance. We can’t see it, but we can use our When discussing homeopathy, many skeptics fall into other senses to hear, feel, or smell it. There are other a web of fallacious and contradictory arguments, things we know exist but we can’t see. A great example complaining, for example, that homeopa- is love. We find evidence of love everywhere, but it’s thy is either toxic because of the kinds of not quite tangible, is it? In homeopathy, we use homeo- source materials used to make the medi- pathic provings to identify the action of a remedy and, cine, or that it is so dilute that the medi- thereby, its presence. cine is just plain water. Well, which is it? As students and families study the dilute nature of Toxic or just water? homeopathic medicine, I like to reflect on shadows. So, in this lesson, your students have Imagine looking at the shadow of a fork or a spoon with- an opportunity to delve into the concept out looking at the actual utensils. Just because you can’t of potentized medicine. Homeopathic see the source material doesn’t mean that the shadow medicine is extremely diluted and yet does not indicate the existence of the fork or spoon. potent. In the experiment, students As we reflect on shadows, I share this insightful observe how the juice color in the quote from the founder of homeopathy himself, Dr. water becomes fainter and fainter Samuel Hahnemann: via sequential dilution. It gets so “Every effective drug provokes in the human body dilute that there is no color in a sort of disease of its own, and the stronger the drug, the final 6X preparation. They the more characteristic, and the more marked and more will even have an opportu- violent the disease. We should imitate nature, which nity to taste test the drink, sometimes cures a chronic affliction with another super- and the final dilution will vening disease, and prescribe for the illness we wish to likely taste just like plain cure, especially if chronic, a drug with power to provoke water! This may lead your another, artificial disease, as similar as possible, and the students to wonder … is former disease will be cured: fight like with like.” homeopathy just water? That statement is a bit complex for younger stu- It’s important to take this dents, so I’ll paraphrase and simplify this quote by opportunity to impress reading an excerpt from my book, Evie and the Secret on your students’ minds that even of Small Things: though we cannot see something, it “When you are sick, for whatever reason, sometimes does not mean that it is not there. your body does not seem to ‘see’ the disease. It’s kind

40 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020–2021 LESSON #3: of blind to it; your body is stuck. It’s as though your body is acci- dentally ignoring the illness. If we select the correct remedy, WHAT ARE HOMEOPATHIC that medicine will stimulate a fake disease, one that is similar to the real one. And so, the remedy stimulates the body’s reaction MEDICINES? to the artificial illness and the former—the actual disease—is (GRADES 1-12) then healed. That is the law of similars. That is homeopathy.” After having this discussion with my own children, my MATERIALS NEEDED insightful son—who was merely 12 years old at the time—said • Access to a computer with internet to me, “It’s like homeopathic medicine, when it’s diluted, and sound becomes a hologram. The hologram—or shadow—tricks your • Capability to print a few pages in body into thinking it’s sick. If the ‘trick’ is like the actual illness, black ink then your body fights the hologram and, in the end, your body • Pencil • Dissolvable powdered drink heals the real sickness.” I laughed at his clever reference to (I recommend powdered beet juice)* holograms, and it’s nice to know that all those sci-fi movies I’ve been forced to watch with my boys have finally paid off! OBJECTIVE Many people continue to wonder about how homeopathy In this lesson, students will learn about how homeopathic medicines are works or its “mechanism of action,” and your older students prepared by homeopathic pharmacists through dilution and succussion. will possibly find themselves curious about this. When skeptics question homeopathy’s mechanism of action, their inquiry CENTRAL QUESTION Some homeopathic remedies are made from source materials that are seems to come from an assumption that they understand toxic. How are homeopathic remedies rendered safe? the mechanism of action of all conventional drugs. This is yet another fallacy.1 However, it shouldn’t dissuade us from seeking TEACHER SET-UP more information about homeopathy’s mechanism of action. Overview The brilliant researcher, Dr. Iris Bell, has postulated that This lesson has been designed with the “one-room-schoolhouse” perhaps a homeopathic remedy acts because it resonates model. That means you will work from the following lesson plan that with the disease in a person or organism. When the correct has been designed for students grades 1 through 12. However, to remedy comes into contact with the person, it amplifies the offer appropriate instruction based on your student’s age, the free energy level of the diseased state, leading the person’s body downloadable assignment sheets have been adapted for each grade to seek a response. When discussing this principle, Dr. Bell has level: Grades 1-3, 4-8, and 9-12. Printing the age-appropriate assign- used the word “salience.” She says that if a remedy is salient (or ment sheets will allow you to teach your entire family, while seam- lessly differentiating instruction for various age groups. relevant) to an organism—meaning the characteristics of the remedy match the characteristics of the patient’s illness—then Access the Online Area healing can occur by causing a “cascade effect” in that organ- Begin by visiting the free online area and access “Lesson 3: What are Homeopathic Medicines?” ism’s complex system. In other words, the remedy makes the disease appear to be worse than it is, and it causes the person’s immune system to respond and address the illness. TeachKidsHomeopathy.com/NCH If you and some of your older students would like to delve Code: HTWINTERY2020 Access expires: June 30, 2021 deeper into Dr. Bell’s research, you may want to review the following papers: Print: Identify the assignment sheets that correlate with your students’ • “Adaptive Network Nanomedicine: An Integrated ages and print them out. These assignment sheets will include: Model for Homeopathic Medicine,” by Iris Bell • Dilution and Succussion and Gary Schwartz:2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih. • Memory Work Practice gov/23277079/ • “A Model for Homeopathic Remedy Effects: Low Dose Other Resources: If your students are excited to learn about these and more homeopathic remedies, the following resources are available Nanoparticles,Allostatic Cross-adaptation, and Time-de- as part of the “Teach Me Health and Homeopathy” curriculum for stu- pendent Sensitization in a Complex Adaptive System,” dents and families. Learn more at PaolaBrown.com/homeopathy-cur- 3 by Iris Bell and Mary Koithan: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. riculum/ gov/pmc/articles/PMC3570304/ • Video: “Dilution and Succussion” Now, let’s dive into Lesson 3, where students will get • Video: “Tour a Homeopathic Manufacturing Facility” hands-on experience in how homeopathic remedies are pre- • Music: “How a Homeopathic Remedy is Made,” available on iTunes pared. They will also gain valuable science experience, as they and Google Play or in CD format. Visit https://tinyurl.com/Home- opathyMusic carefully observe and systematically record their observations.

* Different powdered juices and their dyes can be quite toxic (I remember Crystal Light causing me severe headaches in college. After I realized it had aspartame, I stopped). I recommend using beet juice powder because it has a strong color and dissolves easily in water.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 41 Winter 2020–2021 Copywork - Cursive MEMORY WORK

The teacher reads the instructions: Follow the rules of cursive to trace the memory work below. Instructions Cut out your writing and glue it into your art journal.

Dilution & Succussion of Homeopathic Remedies STEP 1 Tell me about how a homeopathic remedy Levelis made. 1 HOMEOPATHIC SOURCE MATERIALS CAN BE TOXIC (Grades 1-3) A homeopathic/remedy/is// • Hold a discussion with the students: made/by/a professional/// MATERIALS ❏ Remind the students that homeopathic remedies are primarily made • Powdered drink mix such as powdered beet root juice3 • Sugar or sweetener like Stevia that dissolves well in water from plant, mineral, and animal substances. pharmacy/who/properly///• 7 identical glass cups with lids (i.e., 6 oz mason jars with lids) • Pitcher of water • ½ cup for measuring ❏ Explain to students that some of these substances are toxic. For dilutes/to/potencies/like/X,• Tablespoon for measuring • Access to tap water to rinse spoon example, Rhus tox is made from poison ivy, and this is a poisonous C/and/M,/and/then//////• Red coloring pencil plant. Another example is the monkshood flower, called Aconitum succusses/each/one/by///// napellus. This is a very toxic plant. shaking/vigorously/in////THE TEACHER READS THE PROCEDURE INSTRUCTIONS: ❏ Ask the students: What do you think the word “potent” means? 1. Label one cup as MT for mother tincture, and label the rest of the cups 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 6x between/each/dilution.///// respectively. ❏ Possible answer: The word “potent” means to have the ability to 2. To prepare the mother tincture, add 1 or 2 tablespoons of the powder into the MT cup. Add a tablespoon or so of sweetener to the cup. Add about ½ cup of water to the solution and mix produce a powerful effect. until the powder is dissolved. Add more water if needed to help the mixture dissolve completely, but keep 95in mind you want the color of the liquid to stay strong. Î°*Ài«>ÀiÌ iwÀÃÌ`ÕÌ\ a. Add 9 tablespoons of water to the cup labeled 1x. L° Ü>``iÌ>LiÃ«vÌ iÌ iÀÌVÌÕÀiÌÌ ÃwÀÃÌVÕ« STEP 2 c. Place the lid onto the cup and shake vigorously for several seconds. d. Rinse the spoon before using it again. DILUTION AND SUCCUSSION MAKES HOMEOPATHIC 4. Now, prepare the second dilution. a. Add 9 tablespoons of water to the cup labeled 2x. REMEDIES SAFE AND POTENT b. Now add one tablespoon of solution from cup 1x to cup 2x. c. Place the lid onto the 2x cup and shake vigorously for several seconds. • Explain the following information to the students: d. Rinse the spoon before using it again. 5. Repeat steps 4 a-d for the remaining 4 cups, always taking a tablespoon from the previous cup solution and adding to the current cup solution. ❏ Level 1 A homeopathic pharmacist takes the source material and puts that (Grades 1-3) Dilution & Succussion Lab Sheet6. Using the chart, record your observations. material in a solution (usually a mixture of water and alcohol). If the CUP MT 1X 2X 3X 3X 5X 6X material is a plant, they might use the entire plant, but sometimes they Powder Circle the 3 Different powdered juices and their dyes can be quite toxic. I recommend using beet juice powder because it has a strong color to it and dissolves easily in water. number of take a special part of the plant, like just the roots or just the leaves. tablespoons that was added Level 1 (Grades 1-3) If the material is a mineral or a bug, they might first have to crush the to the MT cup. ANSWER KEY material into powder, before putting it in the solution. CUP MT 1X 2X 3X 3X 5X 6X Powder Solvent Circle the ❏ Circle the After this material has “steeped” in the solution for a certain amount of number of number of tablespoons Tbsp of water that was added that was time, they have a kind of “tea.” They call this the “mother tincture.” to the MT cup. added to each cup. ❏ In homeopathy, there is a specific way that homeopathic pharmacists Appearance Add color Solvent take the mother tincture and turn it into a homeopathic remedy using coloring Circle the pencils number of through dilution and succussion. Tbsp of water Smell that was Circle the +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ added+++ to each ❏ Once the homeopathic remedy is made, the mother tincture is very number of + cup. signs to sym- +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ bolize how diluted, which makes it very safe. Yet it is very potent—this potency is strong the Appearance smell is. If the +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ Add+++ color smell is very using coloring strong, circle +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ pencils+++ achieved through the process of succussion. more + signs.

Taste Smell Circle the Circle the +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ number of lips number of + to symbolize signs to sym- +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ how strong bolize how STEP 3 Ì iy>ÛÀÃ° strong the vÌ iy>ÛÀÃ smell is. If the +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ very strong, smell is very LAB EXERCISE—DILUTION AND SUCCUSSION OF circle more lips strong, circle signs. +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ more + signs.

HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES Taste Circle the number of lips to symbolize • The teacher should hand out the Dilution and Succussion sheet to the how strong Ì iy>ÛÀÃ° vÌ iy>ÛÀÃ students, read the instructions, and help them complete the activity. very strong, circle more lips signs. STEP 4 POTENTIZATION AND SUCCUSSION REFERENCES • As you work through the lab assignment, students will learn about potentization and succussion. Explain that succussion is the process 1. Johnson, CY. The Washington Post. One big myth about medicine: We know how drugs work. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/07/23/one-big-myth-about-medicine- of forcefully striking a homeopathic remedy against a firm surface. we-know-how-drugs-work/. Accessed November 9, 2020. Once a remedy has been serially diluted and succussed, it has been 2. Bell IR, Schwartz GE. Adaptive network nanomedicine: an integrated model for homeopathic medicine. Front Biosci (Schol Ed). 2013 Jan 1;5:685-708. doi.org/10.2741/s400. PMID: 23277079. potentized. In other words, potentization usually refers to a substance 3. Bell I, Koithan, M. A model for homeopathic remedy effects: low dose nanoparticles, allostatic prepared according to homeopathic pharmaceutical standards. This cross-adaptation, and time-dependent sensitization in a complex adaptive system. BMC Comple- 4 ment Altern Med. 2012;12:191. doi.org/10.1186/1472-6882-12-191. means that it has gone through serial dilution and succussion. 4. WholeHealthNow. What is homeopathy? http://www.wholehealthnow.com/homeopathy_info/. Accessed November 11, 2020. STEP 5 MEMORY WORK ABOUT THE AUTHOR • If you’d like, have students complete the memory work assignment sheet. For grades 1-3 and 4-8, select from the cursive and print Paola Brown, M.Ed, is a wife, Texas homesteading mama of three, and handwriting options. High schoolers will create a notecard. This homeopathy educator whose workshops and online courses empower moms and families to incorporate homeopathic principles into their writing assignment helps them memorize the important information! lives. With a BA in English education and an MA in curriculum and • Please note that this memory work has accompanying music, instruction, she taught English at the high school and college levels for “How a Homeopathic Remedy is Made,” which can be purchased more than a decade. She is co-founder and President of Americans for Homeopathy Choice. Her Teach Me Health & Homeopathy project is an on iTunes, on Google Play, or in CD format. Visit https://tinyurl.com/ engaging curriculum for children and families to learn homeopathic principles, building HomeopathyMusic them a solid foundation for life. Find out more at PaolaBrown.com/free

42 Homeopathy TODAY • HomeopathyCenter.org Winter 2020 –2021 ADVOCACY Becoming Culturally Aware Why it’s important for homeopaths to understand racial equity issues

by GLENNA TINNEY, MSW, ACSW, DCSW

e are all aware of the waves of Let’s unpack the key concepts and person is oppressed, then we are all protests over racial injustice explore why they are important: oppressed. It’s important for all of us to W since the death of George Individual, historical, intergenera- be grounded in a clear understanding of Floyd in Minneapolis in May 2020. A long tional, collective trauma. Everyone has systemic racism and our role in it, often history of systemic racism in the U.S. has experienced trauma, but not everyone lives unknowingly. The first step is awareness. led to this moment, and these events and with the trauma of being singled out for dis- With that, we can then actively work issues are important to homeopathy and crimination, microaggressions, and violence towards racial and health care equity. the homeopathic community. every day of their lives. We do not all have Homeopathy has much to offer the In fall 2020, the NCH presented a generations of family who have experienced world. One part of NCH’s mission is to three-webinar series, The Way to Antiracism. similar or worse traumas. But for those who advocate for this gentle, safe, effective sys- The first, Understanding Diversity, focused do live with this level of trauma, an inordi- tem of medicine to ensure continued access on the historical context of racism—includ- nate amount of stress accumulates in the for all people—no matter how they look, ing the treatment of American Indians, the body and distracts the mind, often resulting what they believe, or where they live. institution of slavery, internment camps in chronic disease. Homeopaths see people during world wars, and discrimination from all races and ethnicities with many dif- Resources to Learn More against Asians with COVID-19. Panelists rep- ferent intersections of identity and levels of Three-part NCH Webinar Series: The Way to Anti- resenting diverse racial and ethnic groups trauma experience. It is important to identify Racism. Understanding Diversity; Understanding discussed their experiences with prejudice, and understand trauma histories and how Intersectionality; Understanding Cultural Competency and Health Equity discrimination, and systemic racism. It was those play out in people’s health and mental homeopathycenter.org/the-way-to-antiracism a powerful discussion, reflecting the resil- health over time, and across generations. National Center for Trauma-Informed Care ience that was necessary to survive. The Culturally sensitive, appropriate, tinyurl.com/y2636cyq underlying commonality was the panelists’ effective health care. This requires view- Racism and Health (Alpha.org) experience of trauma—individual, historical, ing clients through an intersectional lens. tinyurl.com/y5xl9zvs intergenerational, collective. Being of a particular race or ethnicity is not Intersectionality The second webinar, Understanding monolithic. The context in which a person www.racialequitytools.org/resourcefiles/ Intersectionality, explained the concept of lives their life cannot be separated from Kimberle-Crenshaw-Instructors_-Guide-1.pdf seeing people as multidimensional with the symptom picture presented during www.opportunityagenda.org/explore/ intersecting identities (e.g., age, gender, an appointment. An understanding of the resources-publications/ten-tips-putting- race, ethnicity, ability, sexual identity, mental social determinants of health, how these intersectionality-practice health status) that affect life experiences. affect physical and mental health, and how Cultural Competency versus Cultural Humility Two homeopaths discussed the importance systemic racism is embedded in our health https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/ of applying an intersectional lens in their care system is a prerequisite for being full/10.1177/1524839919884912 own lives, in serving their clients, and in an effective health care provider. Health Implicit Bias working with marginalized communities. inequity is real, and homeopaths have the https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/education.html Intersectionality helps us understand the knowledge and tools to provide care that Health Equity context of a person’s life and their lived addresses the gaps in the conventional care www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/healthequity experience, which is important to a homeo- system that perpetuates this inequity. www.pbs.org/unnaturalcauses/explore_learn.htm pathic practice that treats the whole person. Cultural humility and cultural The third webinar, Understanding competency. These are also prerequisites ABOUT THE AUTHOR Cultural Competency and Health Equity, for providing sensitive, appropriate, effec- Glenna Tinney, MSW, ACSW, DCSW, a focused on disparities in health and mental tive health care. For those who were born social worker, has been a homeopathy consumer and advocate for over 20 health care, which brought the discussion into and experience privilege every day years. She has experience with health back to social determinants of health and of our lives, but ignore or do not believe it care policy, program management, credentialing, standards of care, health inequity. A diverse panel of practi- and therefore diminish the experiences of shared decision-making, and legisla- tioners shared examples from a variety of others—we are a part of the problem, and tive advocacy. She is a member of the NCH Board of Directors and serves as the chair of the Public Policy Com- health and mental health environments and we perpetuate systemic racism by staying mittee, is the facilitator for the Homeopathy Advocacy how they’ve worked to have a culturally ignorant and silent. Working Group and the Homeopathy Action Alliance, and the NCH Representative to the Integrated Health Pol- competent practice that reflects cultural The Way to Antiracism webinars remind icy Consortium’s Board of Directors and Federal Policy humility and intersectionality. us that we are all interconnected. If one Committee. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia.

HomeopathyCenter.org • Homeopathy TODAY 43 Winter 2020 –2021 BOOK REVIEW

My Chicken Thinks I’m A Quack: and Other Side Effects of Practicing Natural Medicine

by JENNIFER SMITH, ND, DHANP, CCH Lisa Hagan Books, 2019, softcover, 202 pages, $15.99

Reviewed by LORETTA BUTEHORN, PhD, CCH

“The secret to living well and longer is: patient’s perception funneled through their eat half, walk double, laugh triple, and love particular “state,” or “source.” This recog- without measure.” This wise Tibetan nition of matching a particular corner of her proverb, quoted by naturopathic physician psyche to the patient’s story brings forth Jennifer Smith in her recently published the remedy for the patient, and change book, My Chicken Thinks I’m A Quack and happens for them both. I believe this is Other Side Effects of Practicing Natural something that happens for many homeo- Medicine, is clearly her mantra. paths, but few write about it. Patients come The myriad stories of growing up in to us as practitioners, and there is always North Carolina and becoming a naturopath something we learn, change, or heal from who exclusively practices homeopathy as a result. Here are a few examples of are full of warmth, good advice, and gems what she writes: of homeopathic treatment. But the book “I didn’t recognize it at first, but every also rollicks with humor—much of it a bit time I interviewed someone they…meta- irreverent. Dr. Smith had me very early on phorically speaking…held up a mirror so when she quoted her Dad as saying, “Jesus that I could see part of myself. I began to wouldn’t have bothered turning water see and understand more of what it means to wine had he not been a drinker too.” to be human. I realized that I’m here on this Yes, irreverent, but also delightfully funny, planet to know and recognize love in all of something I think all of us homeopathic its various forms.”[page 90] practitioners can use to help us shoulder “With a number of patients, there was the stories of pain and need we all encoun- a point within the homeopathic interview heart, silence, neutrality, respect, inno- ter (I wonder if Samuel Hahnemann had a when the patient revealed to me our cence, humanity, love. It’s a most tender sense of humor … then again, an 80-year- shared perception, or likeness, the thing moment as the Spirit within me meets the old courting and marrying the young, that possibly brought us together in the Spirit within the patient. Like recognizes 30-something Melanie had to have some- first place. I learned to watch for it. I rec- like.”[page 131] thing going for him besides his genius!). ognized that if I remained in a neutral state This warm, humorous tale of Smith’s Far surpassing Dr. Smith’s skill with …listening to the patient while observing journey to find homeopathy and herself is being entertaining, however, is her insight- my thoughts … then I would notice the a breath of fresh air. May we all take from ful description of how she interviews moment when our shared perceptions it the laughter, wonder, and delight that patients and determines their remedy, in met, the moment when I could witness being a homeopath can bring … as we a process I call a “homeopathic event.” likes curing likes. At that moment, I was each walk our own paths. Often, while working with her patients, acutely aware that I was the doctor and I their story resonates with a piece of her was the patient. I was a neutral spirit wit- own experience; she then experiences that nessing like curing like.”[page 139] ABOUT THE AUTHOR similarity. That insight changes her, with- I wonder if this experience of a “homeo- out a remedy, even as she prescribes the pathic event” is why so many of us fall in Loretta Butehorn, PhD, CCH, co-directs The Sidewalk, a low-cost homeopathic clinic in Boston. She is a past remedy the patient needs. In her chapter love with homeopathy. It’s why Dr. Smith board member of the National Center for Homeopathy. “Like Cures Like,” she gives examples of a did: “The words that come the closest are She can be reached at [email protected]

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A Champion for Homeopathy: Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND, MSW, DHANP

by LAURI GROSSMAN, DC, CCH, RSHOM(NA), NCH President of the Board

s president of the National Cen- underscore the desire new prescribers it just felt completely true and right. Home- ter for Homeopathy, one of my and experienced homeopaths have to opathy is brilliant medicine and could be the A greatest joys is reading letters help NCH fulfill its mission—educating and “medicine for all,” as it is in India. from members of our community who have advocating for access to homeopathy. All LG: There are many homeopathic orga- decided to contribute to NCH through in all, they represent stories of growth and nizations. What made the NCH stand out their will, insurance, or estate plan. The of healing. And they speak of making the for you? letters are moving. They speak of the mul- world a better and more wholesome place JRU: I so admire what the NCH has titude of ways people discovered NCH for our children and grandchildren. done, and continues to do, to spread the From time to time, we will be introduc- and homeopathy. They describe particular word about homeopathy, to include pro- ing you to people who have written such programs that were helpful and worthy fessionals and non-professionals, mothers letters to NCH. It is my hope that you will be of support. They highlight aspects of the and babies, and animals. If I weren’t located inspired to follow suit and consider includ- organization that have changed lives. They across the country, I would have continued ing the National Center for Homeopathy as to be more involved with the NCH. a beneficiary in your estate planning. LG: Are you an NCH member, and if yes, for how long? Meet Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, JRU: I can’t even tell you when I first ND, MSW, DHANP became a member, but I have practiced Dr. Reichenberg-Ullman is a licensed natu- homeopathy for 36 years, so at least that long. HOW TO ropathic doctor who is board-certified in LG: Are there any areas of NCH’s homeopathy and has a master’s degree programming that stand out that you want in psychiatric social work. In her 36 years MAKE A GIFT to support? A planned gift is one way you can make a of practice, she has helped thousands of JRU: Homeopathy Today magazine is meaningful contribution to the National patients. She teaches and consults nation- fun, educational, and very upbeat. I loved Center for Homeopathy, while providing ally and internationally. With her husband teaching at the NCH-sponsored Joint tax savings for your heirs. Gifts through Robert Ullman, ND, Judyth has authored American Homeopathic Conferences in wills, revocable living trusts, retirement and eight books on homeopathy, including the savings accounts, life insurance, and similar the past, and, pandemic-permitting, will best-selling Ritalin-Free Kids and Homeo- plans can be structured to benefit you, your pathic Self-Care: The Quick & Easy Guide get to do so again next April. family, and NCH. Gifts of stocks, bonds, or for the Whole Family. She and Bob are ani- LG: Is there anything else you want to add? mutual funds can also support the NCH and JRU: I am so grateful for all those who have long-term impact. mal lovers and adventurous world travelers who live half the year on Whidbey Island have put their blood, sweat, tears, hearts, To learn more about making a planned in the Pacific Northwest and the other and souls into the NCH and homeopa- gift to NCH, please contact our half on a farm in southern Chile. Judyth will thy—and for all those who continue to Resource Development team at info@ be a featured speaker at the April 23 -25, do so! Planned giving is a way for me to homeopathycenter.org. 2021 Joint American Homeopathic keep giving after I pass, which I hope will be NCH does not provide legal or tax advice. We Conference (JAHC). many homeopathy-filled years from now. strongly encourage you to consult with your attorney, financial advisor and/or tax advisor Dr. Lauri Grossman: What inspired to review and approve any updates to your will you to think of the National Center for Because of you … or estate plan. We will gladly work with your Homeopathy in your planned giving? Thank you for your keen foresight and independent advisors to assist in any way. NCH is Dr. Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman: generosity, Judyth! You, and other cham- a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, so your charitable contribution is tax deductible to Homeopathy is my life’s work. From the pions of homeopathy, are helping to the fullest extent allowable by law. moment I first read Kent’s Lectures on assure that homeopathy and the NCH can Homeopathic Philosophy during my first year grow and flourish for the benefit of future in naturopathic school at Bastyr [University], generations.

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