Andrea Degen WSHom MARH

17/06/2026

Amongst remedies for right sided sciatica are Colocynthus, Lachesis, Lycopodium, and Phytolacca

29/05/2026

Tissue salts are a type of homeopathy that supports the body and mind. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18W8f7K7SC/

KALI PHOS - FOR STRESS, BURNOUT AND LEARNING

Kali phos is one of the primary mineral salts associated with the brain, nerves, and the organism’s electrical communication system.

Historically, Schuessler and later biochemic physicians associated it with nervous exhaustion, mental fatigue, emotional strain, poor stress tolerance, burnout, irritability, and the depleted state that follows prolonged pressure or overwork.

This is not simply “feeling stressed.”
It is the state where the nervous system begins struggling to regulate itself properly.

The mind becomes over-reactive.
▪ Memory weakens.
▪ Concentration drops.
▪ Sleep becomes less restorative.
▪ Small things feel overwhelming.
▪ Noise, demands, interruptions, and emotional pressure become harder to tolerate.

In practice, this pattern appears constantly in:
busy mothers, students during exams, overworked adults, shift workers, emotionally overwhelmed children, and people who have been “holding it together” for too long.

Biochemically, Kali phos was considered important to nerve and brain tissue itself. The texts repeatedly reference potassium phosphate (Kali phos) as a constituent of nerve cells and brain cells involved in cellular function and conductivity.

This is one reason many practitioners historically reached for it during periods of intense mental work or emotional depletion. It is a nutrient for the exact cells being taxed during times of stress.

Personally, it is one I often keep nearby when studying heavily, learning large amounts of new information, or moving through periods of sustained pressure where burnout is beginning to creep in.

Not as a sedative or a stimulant. But as support for the tissue state itself. I know that creating new neural pathways is a resource intensive task for the body, and i also know that Kali phos is a primary nutrient for the brain, so having it regularly help make the whole process of learning and tolerating stress easier.

One of the interesting things about Kali phos is that depleted people often do not initially look “tired.” They frequently look wired.

The nervous system keeps firing long after its reserves are beginning to thin.

Tantruming children.
Emotionally reactive teenagers.
Adults running on caffeine and adrenaline.
The exhausted parent who suddenly snaps over something tiny.

Very often, the organism is not lacking willpower.
It is lacking the physical nervous reserve.

And this is where Kali phos really shines. Take it and feel the pressure begin to lift, your emotional resilience improve - and the likelihood of snapping at loved ones eases.

We learn about this and so much more in the Master Your Minerals course.

🌟 Keep an eye on this space, in June we are having a big discount sale for those who are interested in learning more practical ways to use tissue salts in every day life. 🌟

20/05/2026

Act soon when you suspect a stroke

Homeopathy and Stroke.
Strokes can bring lasting challenges, including one-sided paralysis, numbness, and pupil changes. In this clear, doctor-written article, you’ll learn about the different types and causes of stroke, the critical warning signs, and how homeopathy may help relieve these specific symptoms as a complementary support. Gain reliable, practical insights from a knowledgeable source to better understand your options during recovery.
https://homeopathyplus.com/homeopathy-and-stroke/
Learn How to Use Homeopathy with our 30-Day Course: https://homeopathyplus.com/homeopathy-in-30-days-course/

12/05/2026

Watch out for TICKS
Like with any bite look at Ledum, Hypericum, Apis , Arnica https://www.facebook.com/share/19q3h8n8t6/

01/05/2026

Homeopathy for Addisons Disease.
Addison’s disease, though considered incurable by conventional standards, may have its development arrested by the properly selected homeopathic remedy. This informative article outlines the characteristic symptoms — profound fatigue, low blood pressure, salt cravings, weight loss, nausea, and distinctive skin hyperpigmentation — and discusses remedies that closely match the individual symptom picture of sufferers.
https://homeopathyplus.com/homeopathy-for-addisons-disease/
Learn How to Use Homeopathy with our 30-Day Course: https://homeopathyplus.com/homeopathy-in-30-days-course/

01/05/2026

Homeopathy is effective in the treatment of pollen sensitivity.
Allium cepa: This remedy is often recommended for hay fever symptoms, such as watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose.
Natrum muriaticum: Useful for individuals experiencing allergic reactions with symptoms of nasal congestion, headaches, and dry mouth.
Arsenicum album: Effective for allergies accompanied by wheezing, difficulty breathing, and anxiety.
Pulsatilla: Often prescribed for allergies that cause thick, yellowish discharges and symptoms that worsen in warm rooms.
Sabadilla: Useful for allergies characterised by frequent sneezing, itchy nose, and watery eyes.

26/04/2026

I have treated tonsillitis with homeopathy quite a few times often with Belladonna as the patient had bright red cheeks and sometimes a fever.

An HRI and University of Bristol collaborative systematic review on homeopathy for tonsillitis has now been published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine, finding associations with symptom relief, reduced infection frequency, and lower antibiotic use, with no safety concerns identified across the included studies. With antimicrobial resistance a growing global health challenge, evidence on alternatives to routine antibiotic prescribing is of increasing relevance. Well-powered studies with standardised outcome measures are now needed to build on these findings.

Read here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876382026000545

29/01/2026

Remedy Spotlight: LACHESIS
Lachesis is a deep-acting remedy often used when there is intensity - emotionally, physically, and energetically. Symptoms often start on the left side or move from left to right. The person may be talkative, passionate, jealous, suspicious, or easily overwhelmed by heat or pressure.
When to Think of Lachesis:
Physical Picture:
• Left-sided or left-first symptoms
• Hot flushes, PMS, or menopause
• Throat infections that begin on the left side, or are very sensitive to touch
• Cannot tolerate tight clothing - loosens scarf, waistband, bra
• Worse after sleep -even short naps can aggravate
• Often feels worse in hot weather or crowded spaces
• May speak rapidly, jump from topic to topic, or feel mentally overstimulated
• Me**es often too long, too heavy, or associated with heat and irritability
Emotional Picture:
• Intense, passionate, expressive - or withdrawn and suspicious
• May feel jealous, competitive, or easily offended
• Can become sharp-tongued, sarcastic, or emotionally volatile when out of balance
• Talkative and restless -needs an outlet for feelings and thoughts
• Feels worse when feelings are repressed or bottled up
Modality Snapshot:
Worse from: heat, tight clothing, after sleep, alcohol, pressure, jealousy
Better from: fresh air, open expression, movement, menstruation (in some cases)
This is not just a hormonal or circulatory remedy- it’s often for people who feel everything deeply, and who suffer when their thoughts or emotions are suppressed.
This is a deep-acting remedy and should be prescribed with care. It’s best suited for chronic or recurring patterns and is ideally chosen by a qualified homeopath.
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27/01/2026

Remedy in the spotlight: Ipecacuanha https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18CLBuU7az/

Remedy Spotlight: Ipecacuanha (Ipecac)

Ipecac is a key remedy for persistent nausea and vomiting, especially when there is no relief after being sick. It’s often used in children or during pregnancy, and also in cases with bleeding (from the nose, uterus, stomach, etc.) where blood is bright red.

When to Think of Ipecac

• Nausea that is constant, not better from vomiting
• Vomiting with clean tongue, no other obvious signs
• Cough with gagging or vomiting (especially in children)
• Morning sickness in pregnancy, especially with lots of saliva and gagging
• Bright red bleeding: such as nosebleeds, heavy periods, or after injury
• Asthmatic breathing or wheezing in children with rattling coughs

Physical Picture:

• Persistent nausea with salivation
• Face may be pale or blue-tinged around the mouth
• Tongue often clean and moist, despite strong symptoms
• Rattling in the chest with difficulty bringing anything up
• Restless, uncomfortable, often worse from warm rooms

Emotional Picture:

• Irritable or distressed during illness
• Doesn’t want to be touched
• Over-sensitive and difficult to console when unwell
• Feels better lying still and breathing carefully

Modality Snapshot:

Worse from: warmth, motion, smell of food, lying flat
Better from: open air, sitting upright, rest

It’s a useful remedy in the early stages of illness, especially in children or during pregnancy, when the stomach feels unsettled and the chest feels tight.

An Ipecac person might say:

“I feel sick all the time, and nothing helps.”
“I keep coughing until I vomit.”
“I’m weak and pale, but my tongue is clean.”

As always, remedies work best when they match the full picture and Ipecac should be prescribed with care, especially in strong or recurring symptoms. When in doubt, consult a qualified homeopath.

22/01/2026

Tissue salts are low dose homeopathic remedies that support the body on many levels.
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🌿 The 3 Tissue Salts Every Household Can Use
(And why they’re such a good place to start)

If I could only keep three tissue salts in my cupboard, these would be them.

Not because they “fix everything” — but because they cover the most common, everyday situations families deal with, and they’re easy to recognise once you know what to look for.

🔥 Ferr phos
Think first stage inflammation.

This is the salt I reach for at the very beginning of things:
▪ fevers just starting
▪ sore throats coming on
▪ fresh injuries, bumps, falls
▪ that hot, red, throbbing feeling

Ferr phos supports oxygen delivery and circulation at the cellular level, speeding healing. It’s often called the first-aid salt, as it is required at the onset of things.

🤧 Kali mur
Think congestion and thickened fluids.

This one shows up constantly in family life:
▪ colds with white or grey mucus
▪ swollen glands
▪ sinus congestion
▪ sluggish digestion after illness

Kali mur helps the body resolve congestion, not suppress it - and is a quiet workhorse in many recovery situations. Whenever thick whitish grey mucus is seen or lymph glands are swollen, we need Kali mur.

🌙 Mag phos
Think cramps, pain, and tension.

This is the classic anti-spasmodic salt:
▪ muscle cramps
▪ period pain
▪ colic and tummy pain
▪ nerve tension and “wired but tired” states

Magnesium is vital for the correct functioning of nerves and muscles, it relieves cramping muscles and soothes nerve pains.

These three don’t replace learning the full system —
but they give you practical support without overwhelm.

They also help beginners build confidence:
👉 you start noticing patterns
👉 you understand what the body is asking for
👉 you stop guessing and start observing

From there, everything else makes much more sense. And continuing the learning becomes more appealing, once you have had real results in real life situations.

If you’re new to tissue salts, this is a gentle place to begin 😊