Hypertension is a most common cardiovascular disorder posing a major public health challenge to the population. Many factors e.g. heredity, obesity, sedentary habits, stressful life and many more makes a person prone to develop hypertension. Homoeopathy is a holistic system of treatment; it works on individuality of every patient. So, there is no medicine for hypertension, but for the patient. There is a wider scope for the hypertensive patient and homoeopathy works effectively on many accompanying complaints with hypertension and hypertension itself.
The word Nosode is derived from Greek word "Nosos" meaning 'disease' and 'Cidos' meaning 'appearance'. It may also be compared with Latin word 'NOXA' which means 'Noxious or Damage' 1 . As per HPI, vol. 4, Nosodes are defined as "Homoeopathic preparation from pure microbial culture obtained from diseased tissue and clinical materials (secretions, discharges etc.)" 3 . In homoeopathic practice, nosodes have an important and indispensanble part. They are frequently indicated as common, intercurrent, anti-miasmatic, or acute remedies, etc., depending on the physician's perception. More than 45 major nosodes have been in use since 1830 requiring revision in process of preparation. This article gives a clear concept on nosodes and their preparations.
Obesity is Worldwide problem. Obesity is emerging as an important health problem in India. Twentytwo million Indians are obese, especially abdominally obese. The role of homoeopathic and general management is very crucial to reduce obesity. Homoeopathic medicine has very vital role in reducing obesity. Diet control is very essential to reduce obesity.
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