Obesity Homeopathic Treatment. Specific Medicines by Symptoms

Comprehensive Approach to Obesity Treatment with Homeopathy

Identifying and Tackling the Root Cause of Obesity

The most effective way to treat obesity is by identifying the underlying causative factors while promoting positive patient behavior changes and establishing healthy outcomes. In a multidisciplinary approach to obesity treatment, the primary role of the homeopath is crucial.

Homeopathy’s Role in Obesity Management

Homeopaths guide patients towards a healthy meal plan, encourage physical activity, and implement behavioral interventions. They also identify the constitutional medicine that will address the root causes of obesity. Homeopathy offers a natural, non-taxing drug therapy with minimal to no side effects, making it a preferred choice for many.

Dr.K.S. Gopi a researcher, academician, practitioner, and author of best seller book Homeopathy Easy Prescriber has identified important remedies for this condition 

Homeopathy Medicines for Obesity Treatment: Doctor-Selected Remedies Based on Guiding Symptoms

Calcarea carb 30  

Calcarea carb 30 is recommended for individuals with excess abdominal fat (belly fat) and a sluggish metabolism, which often causes obesity and weight gain. According to Harvard, a slow metabolism burns fewer calories, leading to more fat storage in the body. This explains why some people struggle to lose weight simply by cutting calories. Conversely, a fast metabolism burns calories more quickly, allowing some people to eat more without gaining weight.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Fatty and flabby appearance
• Profuse perspiration, especially on the head
• Intolerance to cold air
• Peculiar eating habits (boiled eggs, chalk, clay, pencils, lime)
• Chronic constipation due to sluggish metabolic activity

This remedy can also be considered for obesity related to thyroid problems or polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD).

Antimonium crudum 30 

Antimonium crudum 30 is suitable for obese children. According to the Mayo Clinic, lifestyle issues such as insufficient physical activity, excessive screen time, and high calorie intake from food and drinks are the main contributors to childhood obesity. However, genetic and hormonal factors may also play a role.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Highly irritable and very cross child
• Aversion to cold bathing
• Craving for acidic foods like pickles
• Thickly white-coated tongue
• Stomach issues with alternating diarrhea and constipation due to overeating

By addressing these specific symptoms, homeopathy can offer a tailored and natural approach to managing obesity.

Fucus Vesiculosis Q 

Fucus Vesiculosis Q is used when Calcarea carb. fails to produce results. This remedy is particularly effective when thyroid problems are the main reason for weight gain. According to the NIH, the obese population has a 70% increased risk of subclinical thyroid disorder. Thyroid dysfunction causes decreased basal metabolism and thermogenesis, accumulation of hyaluronic acid, and decreased renal flow, all contributing to water retention.

Natrum mur 200 

Natrum mur 200 is indicated for individuals with excess fat mainly in the thighs and buttocks compared to other parts of the body. This remedy gives wonderful results for those who have gained excess weight due to long-continued stress or depression.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Excessive heat in the body and intolerance towards the heat of the sun
• Anemia
• Craving for extra salt in the diet
• Weeping tendencies, especially when alone, and worsening when consoled
• Reserved nature

Lycopodium 200 

Lycopodium 200 is effective for individuals with excess fat in the thighs and buttocks. This remedy is particularly beneficial for chronic sufferers of gastric troubles like flatulence and constipation.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Craving for sweet foods
• Indulgence in hot drinks and hot food
• Tendency to eat beyond capacity, causing a bloated abdomen and weight gain
• Mental irritability and anger, especially when contradicted
• Hypothyroidism as a cause of weight gain
• Associated gastrointestinal disorders: GERD, IBS, IBD, NAFLD

Nux Vomica 30 

Nux Vomica 30 is suitable for those with excess weight due to sedentary habits. A sedentary lifestyle involves prolonged sitting or lying down while engaging in activities like socializing, watching TV, playing video games, reading, or using a mobile phone or computer. According to the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, such a lifestyle leads to burning fewer calories and increases the chances of weight gain, as extra energy from food is stored as fat.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Chronic constipation with a continuous urge to pass stool, but only a little is ejected at a time
• Intolerance to cold air
• Preference for spicy food, fatty food, and stimulants like coffee or alcoholic drinks
• Extreme sensitivity to external impressions and a tendency to anger easily

Phytolacca berry Q 

Phytolacca Berry Q is considered a near-specific remedy for obesity. According to Dr. Gopi, it is a general remedy for reducing weight and fat without any underlying system defects. Phytolacca Berries are known to regulate hunger patterns and aid proper digestion and ingestion. They contain caryophyllene, phytolaccin, phytolacanin, a glycoprotein called pokeweed mitogen, and salts of phytolaccic acids, which help lower food intake and control mental levels of stupor and weariness. This remedy also reduces hyperacidity and feelings of weakness.

Ignatia 200 

Ignatia 200 is prescribed when depression is the cause of weight gain. Individuals requiring Ignatia often overeat due to sadness, leading to weight gain. They exhibit a very fickle mood, alternating between sadness and happiness, and from laughter to tears.

Ammonium carb. 30 

Ammonium carb. 30 is indicated for those with excess fat in the upper body compared to thin legs.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Sluggishness and constant feelings of tiredness and weakness
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Marked sensitivity to cold air

Graphites 30 

Graphites 30 is ideal for women who gain excess weight around menopause and experienced delayed menses during their younger years. This remedy is suitable for patients who may have skin eruptions that ooze thick, sticky discharge.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Sadness and inability to tolerate cold air
• Chronic constipation
• Increased sensitivity to cold

Pulsatilla Nig 30 

Pulsatilla Nig 30 is effective for obesity due to uterine complaints. Patients requiring this remedy typically have a mild, gentle, yielding disposition. They are averse to fatty food and drink and may experience a loss of thirst. These patients prefer open air.

Guiding Symptoms:

• As per PLOS Journal, increased body mass index (BMI) in women is associated with a higher prevalence of gynecological conditions, including excessive and abnormal menstrual bleeding, endometriosis, uterine fibroids (UF), PCOS, and pregnancy complications.

Sepia 30 

Sepia 30 is also effective for weight gain around menopause. It suits women who are irritable and indifferent and may complain of hot flushes.

Guiding Symptoms:

• Bearing down sensations in the pelvic organs
• Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD)

Thyroidinum 3X 

Thyroidinum 3X is suitable when obesity is due to hypothyroidism. According to NCBI, hypothyroidism is associated with decreased thermogenesis, decreased metabolic rate, and has been shown to correlate with a higher body mass index (BMI) and a higher prevalence of obesity.

These homeopathic remedies, tailored to specific symptoms and underlying causes, offer a natural and holistic approach to obesity management.

Source: blog article by Dr.K.S Gopi in ks-gopi dot blog spot dot com

Tip: For best results, the medicines should match the indicated symptoms or as advised by your doctor

Note: above medicines are available in 2-dram medicated globules or 30 ml dilutions (sealed unit). Single or multiple Individual remedies may be selected in drop-down options

Dosage: (Pills) Adult and children 2 years of age and older: Dissolve 4 pills under the tongue 3 times a day until relieved or as directed by a physician. (Drops): The usual dosage is 3-4 drops in a teaspoon of water 2-3 times daily. Dosage may vary depending on the conditions. Always consult a Homeopathic Physician before taking medicines

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According to Harvard Edu, some genetic predispositions to obesity depend on patients' family history and ethnicity. Since 2006, genome-wide association studies have identified more than 50 genes associated with obesity. For some individuals, genes account for just 25% of the predisposition to be overweight, while for others, the genetic influence can be as high as 70% to 80%. Discover Dr. Rukmani's recommendations for managing this condition.

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