Every new year we make a number of resolutions and promise ourselves to achieve some specific goals. Some of us promise ourselves to avoid drinking and smoking. Some want to achieve study goals while others say they want to hit the gym from January 1 itself. There is thus no dearth of promises and resolutions. But there is one most important resolution which is a foundational one and a key to success in all areas of your life. Isn't that your health? We all must take a pledge and resolve to stay healthy. It is a supreme goal that we can gift ourselves so that we can stay healthy and disease free this new year and build upon it.
There are many medical systems. Each perhaps has its own place in the overall architecture of the health environment. Homeopathy is one of the best systems that can be adopted to maintain a disease free and healthy lifestyle.
There are a number of homeopathic remedies which can be adopted in our day to day life to improve the quality of our health. They are not highly invasive therapies but smooth and impactful. The most effective and widely accepted methods are:-
Check your immunity
Immunity is defined as the capability of an individual’s body to fight against any infectious disease or illness. Nowadays we often hear that people with low immunity are vulnerable and have a higher chance of getting infected by COVID. But there is no need for any fancy medication to improve immunity. There are a number of remedies that can be suggested to have a strong immunity. Gelsemium, Arsenicum album, Oscillococcinum, Allium Cepa and Lycopodium 30 are few remedies suggested under homeopathy to increase immunity. But to have learnt their names does not mean that you can buy it and take it. Please consult a professional homeopath. In our system generally one size does not fit all.
Look after your mental health
Living in this world of stress, anxiety, depression and god knows what other mental sins one is used to which remain elusive and we often get confined with these that can create future problems. All these mind games have a very bad effect on our health which can be seen in the longer run. The uniqueness of Homeopathy is that it deals with all the habits and early signs that forewarns any major health issues.If not cured at the early stage Stress, anxiety, depression may lead to serious possible conditions like heart attack, kidney failure, liver failure and even brain hemorrhage. If you are suffering from any of the aforementioned problems, immediately consult your homeopathic doctor. Homeopathic medicines like Aconite, Argentum nitricum, Arsenicum album, Gelsemium and Ignatia can be used under such circumstances. But as it is always necessary to emphasize self medication is not advised and can be dangerous.
Regular check-ups
Homeopathy follows the mantra of curing the disease before it occurs. It simply means to eradicate the early symptoms of any disease before it hits you hard. This can be done by regular check-ups with your homeopathic professional. Update your calendar for a monthly routine check-up with your homeopathic doctor to have a regular track of your blood sugar levels, cholesterol level, blood pressure and other vitals.
Take care of heart
Heart plays the most crucial role in our body but is very sensitive at the same time. It is very important to look after our cardiac health and be aware of any early symptoms if seen. Cardiac arrest is the most common cause of death that kills millions of people every year but it can be prevented using homeopathic treatment. Homeopathy suggests use of naturally synthesized medications that do not have any adverse effect on our heart. Aconitum Napellus, Arnica Montana, Cactus Grandiflorus and Digitalis Purpurea can be used in times of heart related issues. Again it is important to note all these medicines can be prescribed under the care of a homeopathic doctor.
No to bad habits
Most of us have become slaves of our habits. Some adopt good habits while the majority are prone to destructive habits for getting fleeting pleasures and excitement. Peer pressure is another important factor. Smoking, drinking, junk eating, all these habits are going to be a burden for the future. Homeopathy has a cure for addiction like alcoholism and smoking. Homeopathic treatment is seen as effective towards alcoholism and smoking and provides faster results as well. Natrum Mur, Avena Sativa, Nux Vomica, Kalium Bich, Silicea, Sterculia and Strychninum Nit are some of the common remedies that can be used to cure addictions.
The writer is Dr Pankaj Aggarwal M D (Hom), PhD Senior Homeopath at Agrawal Homoeo Clinic