Biochemic Medicines In Homeopathy: Composition And Therapeutic Action
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https://doi.org/10.5281/Abstract
Biochemic medicines, also referred to as tissue salts or cell salts, constitute a specialized branch within homeopathy that focuses on restoring the mineral balance essential for cellular health. Developed in the late 19th century by Dr. Wilhelm Heinrich Schuessler, the biochemic system identifies twelve essential inorganic mineral salts that are vital constituents of living cells and tissues. Schuessler proposed that deficiencies or imbalances in these salts underlie many pathological states, and that administering these salts in highly diluted homoeopathic preparations could restore cellular equilibrium and promote healing. This article explores the composition of biochemic medicines in homeopathy, their method of preparation, detailed physiological actions of each tissue salt, and therapeutic implications in health and disease.
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