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October 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens K is for Kali - Our Materia Medica Study Kali bichromium, made from Potassium Bichromate, has an affinity for the mucus membranes of the air passages. Although it can be helpful for many symptoms, one of the main things for which Kali bich is used is sinus conditions. For sinus headaches with a congested, full feeling in the nose, look no further than Kali bich 30c. When symptoms are quite severe and painful, dosing every two hours

September 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Not That... This! Allergy Edition ~ Allergy symptoms can keep us from enjoying life and the activities we love. Many of the medications meant to help manage those uncomfortable symptoms can have unwanted side effects. Homeopathy gives you safe, natural alternatives to get back to enjoying your life. If sinus inflammation and pressure are plaguing you, there is a better solution than nasal sprays with deeply concerning side effect

August 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Back in the Materia Medica with 'I' Remedies ~ Ignatia amara, made from the St. Ignatius bean, is most well known for its effective support for grief. However, there is much more to this remedy than meets the eye. It is also excellent for overwhelm, anxiety, insomnia, and much more! Ignatia 200c, taken twice daily can be a helpful support for anxiety and overwhelm, especially if there is also a tendency to weepiness or sighing. A

July 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Celebrating Independence! ~ As we celebrate 250 years of Independence in the United States of America, I can't help but also relish in the independence homeopathy gives my family. Thanks to Dr. Samuel Hahnemann and other pioneering doctors, for more than 200 years we have had a safer, gentler, natural option to address countless health concerns! When insects find you irresistible and leave you scratching like crazy, don't reach for th

June 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Jumping into June with 'H' Remedies ~ Made from Golden Seal, Hydrastis canadensis, acts especially on mucous membranes and is a medicine we might consider for sinus and respiratory issues as well as gastrointestinal complaints. Hydrastis 6c can be very helpful for postnasal drip. It is taken twice daily or every three hours when symptoms are severe. Hepar sulphuris is made from Calcium Sulphide and sometimes referred to as a homeo

May 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Not That... This! Mother's Day Edition Menstrual cramps can range from mild to intense, leaving women to perhaps believe their only option is to grab ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or a product like Pamprin for cramps. I'm here to tell you there is a better way! Boiron® has a great combination product, Cyclease Cramps or, if cramping is quite severe, consult with a Practical Homeopath® to find relief. A yeast infection is an uncomfortable,

April 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Materia Medica 'G' Remedies ~ Galphimia glauca is a lesser known remedy made from a wild plant which grows in Mexico. The primary use for this homeopathic medicine is for treatment of hay fever. Galphimia 30c taken every three hours can be considered when symptoms present with spasmodic 'machine gun' sneezing and an itchy upper palate. Gelsemium sempervirens is made from yellow jasmine and one of its chief actions is on conditi

March 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Marching to Spring ~ This month brings another installment of "Not That, This", Stress and Sleep edition. Here in the Midwest the days are getting longer. We have also recently enjoyed a week of 'false spring' with temps in the 60's! As we march toward days which can make it easier to implement better routines such as getting outdoors and moving (often also leading to better sleep), I thought I would share a few alternatives in the m

February 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Materia Medica "F" Remedies ~ Ferrum metallicum, which is made from Iron Metal, can be considered in cases of anemia or blood disorders in it's potentized form. If another Ferrum, Ferrum phos, does not help anemia after approximately six weeks, Ferrum met 6x taken twice daily can be employed. Another member of the Ferrum family, made from Iron Phosphate, Ferrum phosphoricum, may be considered at the first sign of fever, for

January 2026 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Not This. Try That! Let's Swap Out Some of Those OTC Drugs in 2026! It's a new month, a new year, and the time when our goals often reflect the sentiment, out with the old and in with the new. It's with this idea in mind that I am introducing a new series titled - "Not This. Try that." January is the cold and flu edition! If good natural options to support healing the body is important to you, I hope to give you some good ideas for

December 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens ~ Wholly Homeopathy Wishes You a Very Merry Christmas ~ As we close out 2025, I'd like to share a few of my favorite things, homeopathy edition. If you are looking to stock up on some combo remedies or for some creative, useful gifts to fill a few stockings, look no further than Boiron! From Chestal (definitely a favorite around here), to Sleep Calm, to Throat Calm spray, there is help for every sniffle and snore...or lack of. Be sur

November 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Giving Thanks and Eee-sing into the Holidays ~ In November we will look at just a few E remedies in the Materia Medica. Euphrasia is a good homeopathic medicine to keep on hand during the height of hay fever and allergies, especially with symptoms involving the eyes. Made from Eyebright, Euphrasia officinalis 30c taken every few hours is an excellent choice for watery eyes with burning lachrymation or the sensation of sand in the

October 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Happy Fall! This month I am back in the Materia Medica in the D section to share a few remedies...

September 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Back to the Books! It's the beginning of a new school year for many and I would like to...

August 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Cell Salts for the Win! August's Social Media posts are taken from the C section of Robin...

July 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Celebrations and Sun July is synonymous with summer fun and summer heat. This month's social media...

June 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens It's Gonna B a Great Summer! ~ This month we are continuing the Materia Medica series and talking...

May 2025 Edition by: Wendy Dickens May, Mothers, and Magnificence! Here in the Midwest, May ushers in more consistent spring-like...

April 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens Materia Medica ABC's ~ This month in my social media feeds I am beginning an every other month...

March 2025 Edition: by Wendy Dickens The Big Deal About Study Groups & Being a Student of Homeopathy For the month of March, I'm going...