Homeopathy is a medical science developed by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician. It is based on the premise that "Like Cures Like". In other words, it means that any substance that produces symptoms in a healthy person, can alleviate similar symptoms in a sick person. For example: Poison Ivy causes redness, intense itching, burning, blistering, and occasionally muscle stiffness. Doctors of Homeopathy use it for everything from herpes and burns to eczema and arthritis, with great results! This idea is referred as "The Law of Similars", and although it was understood by Aristotle and Hippocrates, it was developed into a science of healing by Dr. Hahnemann.
A second principle of homeopathy is that the doctor should use the least amount of a medicine (remedy) necessary to evoke a healing response. This is called the "Minimum Dose". We all know that conventional medicines can cause side effects leading to much suffering or even death. In an effort to prevent such side effects, Dr. Hahnemann began using a scientific procedure called, "Successive Dilution with Agitation" to develop his remedies. He did this to find the point at which they would be therapeutically effective, yet do no harm to the patient. This healing art has been used successfully all over the world for over a century.