Episode 117: Mary Greensmith Answers Your Homeopathic Questions About Potency, Addictions, Ethics and Marketing of Remedies

Episode Description:

In this episode, Mary Greensmith answers some of the most common questions from the Homeopathy 247 community. She covers practical topics like why remedy names aren’t always shared, how food and smells might (or might not) affect remedies, when to use different potencies, and more. Let’s dive in!

Why Don’t Homeopaths Always Tell You the Remedy Name?

Mary explains that in the past, some homeopaths didn’t always share the remedy names to avoid patients getting confused or anxious after Googling them. Now, with online consultations and better communication, most homeopaths openly discuss the remedy, why it was chosen, and what to expect. Understanding your remedy helps you feel confident and engaged in your healing process.

Can Foods Like Soy Sauce Affect Homeopathic Remedies?

Great question! Mary reassures us that remedies are stronger than we might think. Intense tastes like soy sauce, coffee, or mint usually don’t disturb the effect if the remedy is the right one. The key thing to avoid is exposing remedies to direct sunlight, which can weaken them permanently. Otherwise, enjoy your meals—no need to stress!

When Should You Use 30C or 200C?

Choosing the right potency is about matching the energy of the problem.

• Low-energy issues (like slow-growing warts) are best treated with 30C.
• High-energy, intense issues (like severe toothache or sudden fever) might need 200C. Mary also points out that if you expect to treat something over a long period, you should stick to lower potencies to avoid overstimulating the system.

How Homeopathy Can Help with Quitting Smoking

One listener asked about using homeopathy to stop smoking. Mary emphasized that successful support goes beyond finding a quick remedy. It requires looking deeply at the person’s stress levels, past traumas, coping mechanisms, and emotional patterns. A carefully chosen constitutional remedy strengthens you from the inside out and makes change easier.

Why Some Remedy Bottles Mention Only One Symptom (Like Fever)

You might find a bottle labeled for “high fever” but that same remedy (like Aconite) can treat many other issues, including anxiety. Companies like Boiron market remedies this way to make it easier for people unfamiliar with homeopathy. Mary reminds us: the label might say “fever,” but a true homeopathic remedy is much more versatile!

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Ask a Homeopath 247 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/askahomeopath247
• Homeopathy247 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeopathy247aroundtheworld
• Homeopathy at Home App: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeopathy247aroundtheworld
• And we talked about our kits for Travel or for home use: https://h247shop.com/
• Potency and Dose Free Ebook: https://homeopathy247.com/free-homeopathy-ebooks/
• More about Homeopathy247: https://homeopathy247.com/