The Principle of 'Like Cures Like' in Homeopathy

The Core Philosophy of Homeopathy

The phrase Similia similibus curentur translates to "let like be cured by like." This is the foundational principle of homeopathic medicine.

How it Works

A substance that causes symptoms of a disease in healthy people can cure similar symptoms in sick people. For example, cutting a red onion makes your eyes water and nose burn. Therefore, Allium cepa (homeopathic red onion) is used to treat colds and allergies that present with watery eyes and a burning runny nose.

"The highest ideal of cure is rapid, gentle and permanent restoration of the health..." - Samuel Hahnemann