Like cures like

"Like cures like" is the principle of homeopathy. The plants and minerals that, when prepared homeopathically, cause symptoms in a healthy person will then cure those same symptoms in a sick person. It's as if the remedy is able to indicate to the sick person's immune system or psyche that which is amiss, allowing their body and being to begin healing.

Here is a little test of the homeopathic principle at work. The next time you are cooking and get a mild burn, instead of using cold water on the burn, try using the warmest water you can tolerate.

How does it work? If you think about it, cold water restricts the blood vessels around the burn, slowing the blood flow and the healing process. Warm water helps to open the vessels and enhance your own body's healing mechanism.