Homeopathy 247 Podcast

Mary Greensmith

Homeopathy 247 is an international team of Professional Homeopaths providing you with support and guidance through your homeopathic journey. This is your opportunity to meet the team of homeopaths, to get to know them, to learn about homeopathy for self prescribing at home and to learn more about the history or homeopathy, other prescribing methodology, studying homeopathy, accessing homeopathy and much much more. This is one of many resources that we share with our homeopathic community. Please go to homeopathy247.com for more information and to connect with a homeopath at any time of night or day from wherever you are in the world.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 213: Homeopathy for Tick Removal & Overcoming Outdoor Fears with Dee Nicole

    In this episode, Mary Greensmith sits down with the wonderful Dee Nicole to discuss a topic that generates a lot of anxiety: ticks. If you love the outdoors but find yourself worried about tick bites, this conversation will bring you an informed sense of calm. Moving Past the Fear of Ticks Every day, news headlines spread fear about ticks and related co-infections. Dee reminds us that ticks have been a natural part of our environment for 90 million years. The truth is, the vast majority of tick bites will not cause any problems. When we let fear take over, we miss out on the incredible benefits of being outside. Furthermore, panicking puts our bodies into a fight-or-flight state, which actually lowers our immune response and makes us more susceptible to illness. Safe Tick Removal and Homeopathic Support If you find a tick, there is no need to panic or use extreme removal methods like hot needles. Simply use a clean pair of tweezers or a dedicated tool to pull it out gently. Staying calm is essential. When looking at homeopathy for tick removal and aftercare, keeping it simple is best. A single dose of Ledum can be a great option to support your body after a puncture wound. Mary also suggests adding Aconite if you or your child are feeling especially fearful. Afterward, simply listen to your body and trust its natural ability to adapt and recover. Building Natural Resilience Homeopathy focuses on terrain theory—the idea that a strong, balanced system can handle pathogens with ease. If your internal "battery" is fully charged through good sleep, proper nutrition, and constitutional homeopathic support, a tiny insect bite is much less likely to throw you off balance. One of the best ways to charge that battery is by spending time in nature. Being outdoors naturally lowers cortisol, regulates the nervous system, and supports your overall wellness. Do not let fear keep you inside; go out, explore, and let nature support your health! Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Dee's website: https://dinitanicole.com/ Know more about Dee: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/dee-nicole/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  2. Jul 30

    Episode 212: Does Homeopathy Work? Exploring the Evidence with Anjum Rahmatulla

    Welcome back to the Homeopathy247 podcast! Today, host Mary Greensmith sits down with homeopath Anjum Rahmatulla, joining us from Edinburgh, Scotland. In this episode, we are tackling one of the most common and important questions out there: Does homeopathy actually work? Anjum shares fascinating research, historical data, and real-life stories that will give you a fresh, evidence-based perspective on natural health. The Evidence: What the Research Says Many people assume there is no scientific backing for homeopathy. However, the Homeopathy Research Institute (HRI) has compiled 179 double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trials. The results are eye-opening: 41% of these trials were positive, which is surprisingly similar to the 45% positive rate found in conventional medicine trials. The evidence is definitely out there! A Historic Success in Cuba One of the most remarkable examples of homeopathy in action occurred in Cuba in 2007. Following severe hurricanes, the country faced a dangerous outbreak of leptospirosis and ran out of conventional vaccines. In response, they turned to homeoprophylaxis, administering a homeopathic remedy to over 2.1 million people. The result was a staggering 90% decrease in the disease within the intervention region—a phenomenal public health success. Beyond the Placebo Effect Skeptics often claim that homeopathy is simply a placebo. However, Anjum points out that babies and animals do not experience a placebo effect. She highlights a high-quality trial from the Netherlands where piglets given a homeopathic remedy had six times less diarrhea than those in the placebo group. Mary also shares her own experience of successfully using a simple £4 homeopathic remedy to clear up ringworm in a herd of 30 cows! Real-Life Transformations Homeopathy looks at the whole person to restore true balance. Anjum shares a beautiful story of a three-year-old boy who suddenly started bedwetting and became terrified of attending nursery. After discovering his fear was triggered by talk of Halloween monsters, Anjum prescribed a single remedy. Within two days, the bedwetting stopped completely, and his confident, happy personality returned. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Anjum's website: https://www.aaraam-homeopathy.co.uk/ Know more about Anjum: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/anjum-rahmatulla/ Read Anjum's blogs: https://www.aaraam-homeopathy.co.uk/blog   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  3. Jul 23

    Episode 211: Exploring the Core Principles of Homeopathy with Lisa Robbins

    In today's episode, Mary Greensmith sits down with the ever-insightful Lisa Robbins to revisit the foundational concepts of homeopathy. If you've ever wondered what makes homeopathy so different from conventional medicine, or why a homeopath asks such specific questions, this episode is a wonderful, easy-to-understand guide. The Vital Force: Your Body's Internal Spark Lisa begins by explaining one of the most important concepts in homeopathy: the vital force. Think of the vital force as the quintessential energetic spark that keeps your body functioning and healthy. When this energy gets knocked out of balance—whether through stress, grief, or a physical trigger—it creates a pattern of "dis-ease" that eventually manifests as mental, emotional, or physical symptoms. The Principle of "Like Cures Like" How does homeopathy fix this imbalance? By using the principle of like cures like. Lisa shares a classic example: chopping a raw onion gives you watery, stinging eyes and a runny nose. If you have those exact same symptoms during allergy season, a highly diluted, potentized homeopathic remedy made from red onion (Allium cepa) can be used to treat them! Another great example? If you burn your hand, running it under warm or hot water (treating heat with heat) actually helps the burn heal better than shocking it with freezing cold water. Healing vs. Suppressing Conventional medicine often works by suppressing a symptom. For example, if you have a skin rash, a doctor might prescribe a steroid cream. The rash goes away, but the root cause—the internal imbalance of the vital force—remains untouched. Eventually, that unresolved energy will push its way out in a different, often more severe way (like respiratory issues). A homeopathic remedy, however, doesn't suppress the symptom. Instead, it acts as a subtle catalyst. It gently shakes up the vital force, reminding the body of its own natural healing pattern so it can clear the root cause and return to equilibrium. Individualized Care and the Minimum Dose In homeopathy, two people with the exact same diagnosis (like migraines or eczema) will likely receive completely different remedies. Why? Because homeopathy treats how you uniquely experience and cope with your symptoms. One person might panic during a migraine, while another might feel deeply depressed and quiet. The remedy must match the person, not just the disease label. Furthermore, homeopathy operates on the principle of the minimum dose. As your body begins to heal and correct itself, you take less of the remedy—not more. You don't take homeopathic remedies indefinitely; you take them just long enough to put your body's self-healing system back on track! Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Lisa's website: https://www.robbinshomeopathy.com/ Know more about Lisa: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/lisa-robbins/ Read our blogs about homeopathic prescribing: https://homeopathy247.com/category/prescribing/ Read our blog posts about the different homeopathic remedies: https://homeopathy247.com/category/homeopathic-remedies/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  4. Jul 16

    Episode 210: How Does Homeopathy Work with Dr. Nitin Deshmukh

    Have you ever wondered what goes into your remedies, or why your practitioner asks so many detailed questions about your life? In this episode, host Mary Greensmith sits down with Dr. Nitin Deshmukh to explore the core foundational principles of homeopathic medicine. The Principle of "Like Cures Like" Dr. Nitin explains that homeopathy, founded in the 18th century by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, is based on the principle of Similia Similibus Curentur, meaning "like cures like." For example, chopping a raw onion causes watery eyes and a runny nose. In homeopathy, a micro-dose remedy made from red onion can effectively stimulate your body to heal those exact same symptoms during a cold or allergy flare-up! The Magic of Potentization A major difference between mainstream medicine and homeopathy is how the remedies are made. Through a process called potentization—which involves extreme dilution and vigorous shaking (succussion)—the original substance is reduced. By the higher potencies, no physical molecules remain. Instead, the water or alcohol retains the energetic "memory" of the substance, which safely triggers the body's immune system, or "vital force," to heal itself. Individualized Healing vs. Symptom Suppression If two people have asthma, they won't necessarily receive the same homeopathic remedy. Dr. Nitin highlights that homeopathy treats the individual, taking into account their unique physical symptoms, mental state, and emotional trauma. While conventional medicine often focuses on suppressing symptoms (like using a steroid cream for a rash), the symptoms usually return once the medication stops. Homeopathy, on the other hand, aims to heal the body from the inside out. This beautiful, holistic approach ensures long-term wellness, frequently clearing up other unmentioned issues—like clearing the skin while treating the asthma—along the way.   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  5. Jul 9

    Episode 209: Homeopathy for Parkinson's Symptom with Mel Mizrahie

    In this episode, host Mary Greensmith sits down with French homeopath Mel Mizrahie to discuss a very important topic: navigating a Parkinson's diagnosis with the gentle support of natural remedies. If you or a loved one are looking for ways to improve your daily comfort, this conversation is full of hope and practical insights. The Sneaky Early Signs Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement and the nervous system. While most people immediately associate the disease with tremors, Mel points out that the early signs are often very "sneaky". Before any major motor issues appear, individuals might experience fatigue, constipation, anxiety, or changes in their sleep patterns. Because these signs are so common, they are easily overlooked by patients. A Holistic Approach to Care Receiving a diagnosis can bring up intense fear and uncertainty for the future. Conventional medications are routinely prescribed and are often very successful at reducing physical symptoms, but they can unfortunately bring unwanted side effects. Homeopathy offers a wonderful complement to this care. Mel emphasizes that homeopaths never ask clients to stop taking their prescribed medications. Instead, homeopathy works safely alongside Western medicine to enhance your overall quality of life. By sitting down for an in-depth consultation, a homeopath learns your complete history and finds a constitutional remedy tailored specifically to how you uniquely experience the disease. Support for Caregivers A chronic diagnosis affects the entire household. Family members and primary caretakers often face massive emotional shock and carry a very heavy physical load as the condition progresses. Mel highlights that homeopathy is incredibly beneficial for these caregivers, providing them with the emotional and physical resilience needed to support their loved ones. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Mel's website: https://www.thefrenchhomeopath.com/ Know more about Mel: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/mel-mizrahie/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  6. Jul 2

    Episode 208: Can Chakras Help Choose Your Homeopathic Remedy? with Chloe Thomas

    Welcome to Episode 208 of the Homeopathy247 podcast! In this fascinating episode, host Mary Greensmith sits down with homeopath Chloe Thomas to explore a truly unique aspect of natural healing: the powerful intersection of homeopathy and the body's chakra system. If you have ever felt "stuck" in a physical or emotional rut, this episode will open your eyes to an entirely new way of looking at your health. What Are Chakras? Chakras are energetic centers located along the midline of the body. According to Chloe, our emotions, past traumas, and physical health are deeply intertwined with these centers. When we experience emotional distress or trauma, these chakras can become blocked, leading to chronic physical symptoms. Chloe breaks down a few key chakras and how they relate to our well-being: The Root Chakra: Located at the base of the spine, this chakra is all about feeling grounded and secure. A difficult early childhood can block this center, making a person feel "floaty" or ungrounded. It is also heavily linked to chronic skin conditions. The Sacral Chakra: Sitting just below the navel, this center governs sexuality and empowerment. Blockages here can manifest as recurrent UTIs or a loss of physical sensation. The Heart Chakra: In the center of the chest, this chakra governs love and connection. Deep grief or a sudden loss can cause the chest to literally feel tight as the chakra closes to protect the heart. The Throat Chakra: Located at the throat, this center is all about speaking your truth and setting boundaries. If you are a chronic people-pleaser who struggles to say "no," this chakra is likely blocked. Using Homeopathy to Clear the Chakras What makes Chloe's approach so special is how she matches specific homeopathic remedies to these energetic centers. For example, she often uses Calcarea Carbonica—a deeply grounding, stable remedy—to support the root chakra. The Magic of Color Remedies Perhaps the most eye-opening part of this episode is the discussion on color remedies. Water has an incredible ability to absorb energetic imprints. To make a color remedy, water in a petri dish is exposed to a specific color card under direct sunlight, absorbing the vibrational essence of that color. Chloe shares two incredible cases where color remedies cleared stubborn blocks: Yellow for the Sacral Chakra: A woman who had survived severe childhood trauma was doing beautifully on the remedy Staphysagria, but she still had complete physical numbness in her lower body. When Chloe added the color yellow (the color of the sacral chakra), the numbness finally lifted, and her physical sensations returned! Turquoise for the Throat Chakra: A woman recovering from domestic abuse had an emotional "lump in her throat" and could not speak up for herself. While Ignatia helped ease her grief, adding the color turquoise completely opened her throat chakra, allowing her to confidently set boundaries and find her voice. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Chloe's website: https://www.soulbalmhomeopathy.com/ Know more about Chloe: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/chloe-thomas/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  7. Jun 25

    Episode 207: What Is Homeopathy? Listening to the Body with Dee Nicole

    Welcome to Episode 207 of the Homeopathy247 podcast! In this beautiful and insightful episode, host Mary Greensmith sits down with homeopath and wellness expert Dee Nicole. Before finding her way to homeopathy, Dee was deeply immersed in other energy healing modalities like Reiki. Today, she shares her fascinating journey and answers a core question for anyone exploring natural health: What is homeopathy? The Path to Homeopathy Dee's relationship with homeopathy started long before she even realized it. Following a car accident during a major life transition, a naturopathic college in the U.S. treated her with a homeopathic remedy—a fact she only discovered years later. As she continued her training in herbalism and other healing arts, the word "homeopathy" kept appearing, pulling her in until she finally decided to study it deeply during a profound period of self-reflection. What is Homeopathy? At its core, Dee describes homeopathy simply and beautifully: It is an energy healing modality. Everything in our world—plants, minerals, animals—carries a specific vibration or resonance. When our bodies are out of balance, they produce symptoms. These symptoms are not the enemy; they are the body's way of calling out for exactly what it needs to heal. A homeopath listens closely to your unique symptoms to understand your body's "call." Then, they select a homeopathic remedy that holds the exact same energetic vibration. By giving your body the resonance it is asking for, you support your vital force, allowing your system to relax, integrate, and move naturally toward wholeness. Treating the Pattern, Not Just the Cause One of the most profound points Dee makes is how homeopathy approaches the "root cause" of an illness. While modalities like Reiki often require you to dig deep to find the exact moment or trauma where an energetic block began, homeopathy is different. In homeopathy, you don't necessarily have to spend years analyzing a past trauma to heal. Instead, homeopathy looks at the pattern your body is currently expressing. By treating the whole pattern with the correct energetic remedy, the root cause naturally comes into balance. As Dee perfectly summarizes: "You can take out the garbage without looking through the trash." The Mind-Body Connection Dee's background as a highly trained dancer taught her that the mind, emotions, and physical body are entirely inseparable. When we separate them to try and understand a symptom, we lose the truth of the "whole." Homeopathy honors this mind-body connection, treating you as a complete, energetic being. You don't need to fully understand the science or the mysticism of homeopathy for it to work. All you need to do is listen to your body and share how you are experiencing your symptoms. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Dee's website: https://dinitanicole.com/ Know more about Dee: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/dee-nicole/   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

  8. Jun 18

    Episode 206: Homeopathy for Urinary Issues with Colleen Harris

    Welcome to Episode 206 of the Homeopathy247 podcast! Today, host Mary Greensmith is joined by the wonderful homeopath Colleen Harris to discuss a surprising but incredibly common topic: urinary frequency and incontinence. If you have ever felt constantly tied to the bathroom despite having a clear medical checkup, this eye-opening episode is exactly what you need! The Mind-Body Connection Often, conventional medicine has very few answers for urinary frequency when there is no physical infection or pathology present. Colleen explains how our bladders can actually act as an emotional release valve. Deep-seated stress, feelings of injustice, sudden life transitions, or even a sense of betrayal can manifest physically as an uncontrollable or urgent need to go to the bathroom. Fascinating Real-Life Cases Colleen shares four unique cases that perfectly highlight how a tailored homeopathic remedy can resolve these stubborn issues: The 5-Year-Old Boy: After starting homeschool and facing a tough emotional transition, he began visiting the bathroom 20 to 30 times a day. A gentle dose of Calcarea Carbonica quickly brought his routine back to normal. The Successful Businessman: Waking up multiple times a night and struggling with daytime frequency, his symptoms were deeply tied to internal pressures. Lycopodium successfully cleared his symptoms and gave him his restful sleep back. The "Bursting Balloon" Incontinence: A woman dealing with sudden, uncontrollable incontinence triggered by an unfair work situation found profound relief and regained her control with the remedy Causticum. The Betrayal and UTIs: Another woman suffering from chronic UTIs (five in a single year) and involuntary urination following a deep personal betrayal found incredible healing and a cessation of accidents with the remedy Staphysagria. Why Individualized Remedies Matter As Colleen notes, there is no single generic "bladder remedy." Homeopathy looks at the timeline of your life—asking the vital detective question: "What happened right before these symptoms started?" By addressing the emotional root cause, your body can finally relax, rebalance, and naturally heal from the inside out. Important links mentioned in this episode: Visit Colleen's website: https://aurahomeopathy.life/ Know more about Colleen: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/colleen-harris/ Download Colleen's free ebook "Why Am I Peeing So Much?": https://free.homeopathy247.com/peeing-so-much   You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

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Homeopathy 247 is an international team of Professional Homeopaths providing you with support and guidance through your homeopathic journey. This is your opportunity to meet the team of homeopaths, to get to know them, to learn about homeopathy for self prescribing at home and to learn more about the history or homeopathy, other prescribing methodology, studying homeopathy, accessing homeopathy and much much more. This is one of many resources that we share with our homeopathic community. Please go to homeopathy247.com for more information and to connect with a homeopath at any time of night or day from wherever you are in the world.

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