Homeopathic treatment is a holistic system of alternative medicine, developed in the late 18th century by German physician Samuel Hahnemann. It is based on the principle of "like cures like," where a substance causing symptoms in a healthy person can potentially cure similar symptoms when given in a highly diluted form to a sick person. Homeopathy seeks to stimulate the body's innate healing abilities, taking into account the individual's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Homeopathic remedies consist of plant, animal, or mineral substances, which are extensively diluted to varying degrees. The process, called "potentization," involves a mixture of shaking and diluting the substance to minimize side effects while retaining a therapeutic effect. Homeopathy has a dedicated following, who swear by its effectiveness in treating various ailments. However, the scientific community has been skeptical, with multiple studies concluding that homeopathy offers no significant benefits beyond the placebo effect.