Homeopathic
/ˌhəʊmiəˈpæθɪk/adjective
Related to homeopathy, a system of alternative medicine where a disease is treated using small amounts of natural substances.
Julia chose homeopathic remedies to treat her cold instead of over-the-counter drugs.
Often appears as...
- homeopathic remedy
- homeopathic medicine
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Pro Tip 1/3Alternative Medicine
Homeopathic means it's a non-conventional treatment method, differing from mainstream medicine.
Homeopathic methods are gaining popularity as alternatives to traditional treatments.
Pro Tip 2/3Small Amounts
Refers to the use of minute doses in treatments, often diluted many times.
These homeopathic pills contain small amounts of the active ingredient.
Pro Tip 3/3Natural Substances
The substances used are derived from nature, like plants or minerals, not synthetic.
He prefers homeopathic medicines, as they are made from natural substances.
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alternativecomplementaryherbalholismnaturalorthodox
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