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Trying To Lose weight …Homeopathic Remedies can work Wonders

Infographic on Homeopathy for Weight Loss

Infographic on Homeopathy for Weight Loss

Obesity is one big health issue that is a reason for distress for people of all age groups. If the popularity of slimming centers and continued patronage of weight loss pills and diet plans is any indication, then obesity is a huge problem. There is no miracle treatment for obesity, though homeopathy has been successfully employed as a mode of treatment for many years now in Europe and South Asia. The homeopathic treatment for losing weight is constitutional. It requires a detailed case history of the patient and its evaluation for selecting a suitable constitutional remedy. The main causes of weight gain include hypothyroidism, depression, the slow activity of intestines, and a sedentary lifestyle. Women with polycystic ovarian disease and those around menopausal age are prone to weight gain. In this article, various  medicines to loose weight are mentioned, but again the selection depends solely upon the constitution of the patient. There are no such things as homeopathic supplements for weight loss, neither is there any homeopathic diet for weight loss.

Do I need to Exercise and Control My Diet while using Homeopathic Medicines for Weight Loss ?

Exercise is very essential for weight loss. Homeopathic medicines are no substitute for exercise. In Fact, exercise along with medicine can accentuate weight loss. controlling diet is a must for weight loss. Low Carb diet is suggested can be beneficial.  Please note that these medicines are not ” fat dissolving ” by nature. They work by stimulating your body’s metabolism to burn more fat.

Top 5 Homeopathic Medicines to Lose Weight

1. Calcarea Carbonica – It tops the list of homeopathic weight loss medicines. This medicine is mainly given when there is excess fat in the abdomen and the metabolism is working at a very low pace, resulting in obesity and weight gain. A patient requiring this medicine is fatty and flabby. In order to be eligible to use this medicine to lose weight, the constitutional symptoms shown by the patient are given utmost importance. For instance, the patients who require this medicine usually have a tendency to perspire profusely, especially on the head. These patients cannot tolerate cold air. Certain peculiar eating habits are also found in these patients. The eating habits include craving for boiled eggs, and strange things like chalk, clay, pencils, lime, etc. Due to a sluggish metabolic activity, the patients are almost always constipated. This medicine can also be considered if the excess weight gain is due to thyroid problems.

2. Natrum MurNatrum Mur is also a significant remedy that is employed to lose weight. This medicine is recommended when there is an excess of fat mainly in the thighs and buttocks as compared to other parts of the body. This medicine gives wonderful results if the person has gained excess weight due to long-continued stress or depression. The constitutional symptoms are always considered in the case of this medicine as well. The important constitutional symptoms include excessive heat in the patient’s body and intolerance towards the heat of the sun. The patients who require this medicine usually suffer from anemia. Another important symptom seen in patients suited to this medicine is the craving for extra salts in the diet. In essence, a person eligible for this medicine comes across as a person with weeping tendencies, especially when alone, worsens when someone consoles him/her and reserved nature.
3. Lycopodium: It is one of the most useful homeopathic remedies for fat loss . This is also used mainly when the thighs and buttock areas have excess fat, just like the above-mentioned medicine Natrum Mur. But again the constitutional symptoms that are unique to using Lycopodium differentiate between these two. The patients who require Lycopodium are chronic sufferers of gastric troubles like flatulence and constipation. They have a tendency to crave for sweet foods. They also indulge in hot drinks and hot food. They show a tendency to eat far beyond their capacity with resulting bloated abdomen and weight gain. Mentally, the person requiring this medicine is very irritable and easily roused to anger, especially on being contradicted.
4. Nux Vomica: Nux Vomica is recommended for persons who have gained excess weight due to sedentary habits. The first important symptom in persons requiring this medicine is that they are chronic sufferers of the most obstinate constipation. Such a person has a continuous urge to pass stool, but only a little stool is ejected at a time. The second symptom is intolerance to cold air. The third most important symptom is the eating habit – a person in need of Nux Vomica  for losing weight likes spicy food, fatty food, and stimulants like coffee or alcoholic drinks. Mentally, the person is extremely sensitive to external impressions and gets angry to an extreme degree too.
5. Antimonium Crudum: This is mainly a  prescribed for obese children in order to help them lose weight. A suitable candidate for this medicine is a child who possesses extreme irritability, very cross nature, and an aversion to being touched or be looked at. These children also have a marked aversion to cold bathing. The significant indicator of using this medicine to lose weight is craving for acidic things like pickles in the child. The child’s tongue in this case is usually thickly white-coated and the stomach is deranged with alternate diarrhea and constipation due to a habit of overeating.

 Ignatia and Natrum Mur – for losing weight when depression has lead to obesity and excess weight gain.

Ignatia works effectively to decrease the weight in an overweight person when depression is the cause of weight gain. The persons requiring Ignatia usually eat to a great extent due to sadness and consequently gain weight. They have a very fickle mood that changes from sadness to happiness and from laughter to tears. Natrum Mur is prescribed to those overweight patients who weep a lot in depression and have an increased appetite.

Calcarea Carb and Lycopodium for weight loss in persons who have gained excessive weight due hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism refers to a condition in which the thyroid gland of the body that controls the metabolism becomes under-active. As a result, various problems arise in the body owing to a sluggish metabolism; weight gain is a major health concern out of these problems. Weight loss in persons with hypothyroid through homeopathy depends on the basic constitution. The above-mentioned medicines can be of great help in reducing weight. The constitution of persons requiring Calcarea Carb is fatty and flabby. Such persons are sensitive to cold and have profuse sweating, especially on the head. The patients requiring Lycopodium, on the other hand, have weight problems along with gastric troubles. The gastric troubles may include constipation or excessive flatulence in the abdomen. Such patients may also show a strong craving for sweets and hot drinks.

 Alumina and Nux Vomica-   for Obesity  when Intestinal Functioning could be the Reason

In this case, all the medicines mentioned above efficiently aid weight loss but the selection of the proper medicine depends upon the individual symptoms presented by the patient. The persons requiring Alumina have constipation and they go many days without passing stool. In fact, they do not have an urge to pass stool for many days. This is because their intestines work at a slower pace. The second medicine Nux Vomica suits those overweight persons who are constipated but the urge to pass stool is very frequent. The stool passed out of the body is insufficient and unsatisfactory.

 Graphites and Sepia- for weight loss in women who have gained excess weight around menopause.

Menopause is a stage where the monthly cycles end in a woman; this period basically marks a cessation of reproductive ability in women. The Hormonal changes that take place at this stage are responsible for weight gain in menopausal women. The women experience bulkiness and heaviness in their bodies. Graphites and Sepia are both natural medicines that help menopausal women lose weight without any side effects. Graphites for weight loss -Graphites mainly suits women who remain sad, cannot tolerate cold air, and suffer from chronic constipation. Sepia suits women who are irritable and indifferent in behavior towards their family. These women may also complain of hot flushes. A prominent feature that serves as a clear indicator that Sepia is required for treatment is a bearing down sensations in pelvic organs of the woman.

 Calcarea Carb, Natrum Mur, Pulsatilla and Sepia for weight loss in obese women who suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Disease

Women suffering from Polycystic Ovarian Disease mainly face problems such as suppression of the periods and weight gain. Calcarea carb, Natrum Mur, Pulsatilla, and Sepia can all be used as medicines for weight loss in this case. The medicine is selected after proper evaluation of the case history provided by the patient.

 Natrum Mur and Lycopodium- Remedies for weight loss in overweight persons having excess fat in thigh and buttock area

Both Natrum Mur and Lycopodium are  for weight loss that help overweight persons with excess fat deposits in thigh and buttocks. The constitution of the patient suggests the selection of the medicine out of these two. Some important features that stand prominent to select Natrum Mur are excess heated sensation, craving for salted food, and reserved nature. For the selection of Lycopodium, the few guiding symptoms are excessive flatulence in the abdomen, craving for sweets and hot drinks, and irritable nature.

Ammonium Carb and Antimonium Crudum for weight loss in overweight persons having excess fat in the upper body as compared to legs that are usually thin.

Ammonium Carb works well for obese persons who are sluggish and always feel tired and weak. These people usually have a sedentary lifestyle. They also show marked sensitivity to cold air.  Antimonium Crudum suits people with a habit of eating far beyond their capacity. They usually suffer from gastric troubles. Alternate loose stool and constipated stool are often their commons complains. Thickly white coated tongue is a prominent symptom in persons requiring this medicine.

Antimonium Crudum, Baryta Carb and Calcarea Carb-  for weight loss in obese children

To select the suitable medicine out of above mentioned medicines for overweight children, the entire constitution of child is taken into consideration.  Antimonium Crudum suits those obese children who are very irritable and cross. Such children are in a habit of over eating and generally crave pickles in diet. The next medicine, Baryta Carb, suits those obese children who are timid and dull. They are mentally and physically dwarfish, and also have tendency to catch cold easily and suffer from recurrent throat infections. The last homeopathic medicine, Calcarea carb, is mainly given to fatty and flabby children. The constitutional symptoms indicating its use are sensitivity to cold environment and excessive perspiration on head. Another prominent guiding feature indicating the need of this medicine is a craving for boiled eggs and indigestible things like chalk and pencils.

Post pregnancy Weight Gain – Role of Calcarea Carb in reducing it.

Calcarea carb is very effective in reducing weight gain that has occurred  during pregnancy . Constitutional symptoms indicating the use of Calcarea Carb must be present in the patient for  Calcarea carb to be used. A typical patient of Calcarea Carb is constitutionally sensitive to cold ,  tends to be more obese around waist and is usually slow in movements . They can be emotionally very sensitive .

Can Calcarea Be used for Weight Gain due to Hypo-Fuctioning of Thyroid Gland ?

Yes, Calcarea Carb is also very effective in reducing weight gain that has occurred  due to hypothyroidism . It might also help in setting right the hypo-functioning of thyroid gland

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Comments

  1. Rajesh Kumar Srivastava says:

    मैडम मेरा वजन 99 किलोग्राम तथा लम्बाई 170 से0मी0 है। मेरी उम्र 69 वर्ष है।
    होम्योपैथिक दवा बताए जिसका कोई साइड इफेक्ट न हो।

  2. Krishna Yadav says:

    HI SIR
    I am a 17 year old child . i am in the moderately obese category . will homeo pathic medicines can cure me and my current weight is 90 kg and height 167 cm .
    please tell me .

  3. श्रीश्याम शर्मा says:

    मैडम सुप्रभात । मैडम हमारा वजन 76किलो और लम्बाई 5फीट5इंच है कृपया इसको हम होम्योपैथिक के दवा के माध्यम से कम करना चाहते हैं जिसका कोई साइड इफेक्ट नहीं हो। कृपया आप मेरा मार्कगदर्शन करें।

  4. Sutanna P says:

    Hello Ma’am,

    Thank you for your article since it has given alot of information regarding weight loss. I have been trying to loose weight and would like to to suggest on my case. I am 5″ feet female with 65 Kgs of weight. I have alot of fat on my thighs, hips and shoulders so you can please suggest any particular homeopathy medicine based on my situation.
    I will be waiting for your reply.

    Warm Regards
    Sutanna

  5. Deborah Penner says:

    Hello Dr. Sharma.
    I have been looking around the Niagara Region of Canada where I live for a Homeopath Doctor and the wait list is long and I need help now.
    Im 57 finished a hard menopause about 2 years ago and quit smoking in Dec 23 and have gained 30 pounds then I started excercising and watching what I eat but I am hungry non-stop the craving My mouth has for food never ends. Please what is the best and what amount to take to surpress My appetite. Thank You in advance. Deborah P.

    • Hi Debra, not a doctor, but I’ve been studying nutrition, hormones, and the like for years. Some great doctors for reference are Dr. Mindy Pelz, Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson, and Nurse Practitioner Marcelle Pick. Our hormones play a huge role in every function of our body.

      Good luck on your healing journey 🙏🏼

  6. Faheem Khan says:

    Sir
    I am really happy to find your site..
    I have studied your article.. very helpful…. i have found myself 100 % resembling to a patient of Calcarea Carb and Lycopodium… i am 48 years old and having 130KG weight … how should i use both medicin … how much potency and how many time in a week or day??
    i would be grateful for your suggestion
    Faheem
    Karachi

  7. specific medicen to controll weigt loss in abdomen

  8. Hello Dr. Sharma,

    I’m interested in how homeopathy can assist in weight loss. I have approximately 50 – 75 lbs of excess weight. I exercise 3 – 5 times per week with strength training and a rowing machine. I also try to walk at least twice a week. The weight has gradually added up over the past 30 years due to stress, depression and hypothyroidism. Menopause is now also a factor.

    Any guidance is appreciated.

  9. Muhammad Irfan says:

    سلام ڈاکٹر صاحب. میں عرفان پاکستان سے ہوں میری بیوی کو موٹاپا ہے تین بچے ہیں تینوں نارمل پیدا ہوئےہیں لیکن ہر ڈلیوری پر پوسٹ پارٹم ہیمبرج ہوا ہے یعنی ڈلیوری کے فوراً بعد خون شروع ہو جاتا ہے. ابھی آخری بچہ ہوئے 8 سال ہوگئے ہیں تب سے ہم نے کاپر ٹی فیملی پلانگ کیلئے کروائی ہوئی ہے. اب وائف کو مینسس بھی اچھے سے نہیں آتے اور ان کا وزن بھی بہت بڑھ گیا ہے. شادی سے پہلے 50 کلو تھا اب 82کلو ہے.خاص طور پر پیٹ اورچوتڑوں پر خاص طور اور سینے پر بہت زیادہ چربی ہے.
    برائے مہربانی کوئی اچھی میڈیسن وزن کم کرنے کے لیے بتا دیں. جواب ضرور دیجئے گا.

  10. I have been searching for someone to help me figure out what is going on for so long now. I was a very overweight child (187 at 12) I learned out to be healthy and dropped 30 in 3 months, and an additional 20 over the next 3 years. After that three years and hitting 138, I felt good, but was never able to lose all of the belly fat (lower) around that time a slowly gained some weight back, even tho I didn’t change anything and continue working out. I settled out at 150 and remained there until I was 19. I couldn’t lose weight, but I wasn’t gaining anymore either. A dr put me on anxiety medication (this is before I became “crunchy” ) which I took for several months through the remainder of college. When I came off of it I gained 25 pound in a matter of weeks, without changing any habits. I tried to lose that weight without success. I have since had two kids, and gained some more weight with the second. I’m now a year done with breastfeeding and 190. I have tried for the past year to lose this weight with 0 success. It dosnt matter how clean I eat and how much I love it won’t budge. I also now have chronic back pain that seems to be directly correlated with food. Please help.

  11. Hi, I’m 63 and very healthy and in menopause. I had a bike accident in June, 2023 and suffered a mild TBI. I’ve always been around 125lbs, but now I’m 135 and no matter what I do, I can’t seem to drop 10lbs. I have no smell, taste, or appetite, but I’m eating 2 meals a day and exercising. I am familiar with homeopathy and like it very much. I have a good attitude and sleep quite well. I eat right (only 2 meals a day) with very little sweets/treats.

  12. Hi
    If we are taking 2-3 homeopathic medicines
    Like 2 for weight loss and one (arnica) for back pain , then can we take all 3 drops at the same time , or should there be certain amount of gap between them
    Please reply
    Thanks

  13. If using these to lose weight due to a combination of factors – stress, menopause, decreased metabolism, etc. What dosage would you recommend?

    Thank you

  14. Mohini Sagar says:

    Hello doctor,
    This is Mohini Sagar…I’m 20 kgs overweight… wanted to know which medicine will help reduce faster?….also I’m taking 150 thyronorm and arip5 mt for psychiatric problem..and silicea for gallstones.
    Please recommend to me your best weight loss medicine and replacement for arip5 mt if possible.
    Thank you

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