What’s the research on

homeopathic anxiety remedies?

High-quality research supporting homeopathy is few and far between. This
goes for homeopathy for anxiety, too.

Homeopathy is difficult to study within medicine. When it does appear to work,

it’s often attributed to the placebo effect. The placebo effect doesn’t prove that
there were no real symptoms, rather it gives testimony to the power of the
mind over the body.

There are some studies showing that homeopathy may work for anxiety. A
2012 Homeopathy journal study found homeopathic pulsatilla had anti-anxiety
effects on mice. It was also just as effective as an anti-anxiety drug.

However, this study was only performed on animals. It was also an

independent study performed by a journal specific to the homeopathic
industry.

Lastly, the substances used could not be proven to contain pulsatilla, but only
its invisible “signature.”

There are also studies disproving homeopathy for anxiety when compared to
a placebo. This includes a 2012 studyTrusted Source on humans. Because of
the variability in these studies, trying homeopathy is not recommended by
mainstream doctors.

This is especially the case for more severe anxiety disorders. Ultimately, more
— and better — research is needed.
In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a warningTrusted
Source against using homeopathy for serious illnesses. Homeopathy should
not replace what your doctor tells you to do. It can be used as a complement
to other approaches.

Some forms of anxiety are more serious than others. For mild anxiety and
stress, however, homeopathy may be a natural remedy that helps you.

Are there any side effects to using

homeopathy?
Homeopathic anxiety remedies, when made correctly, shouldn’t contain
molecules of the substances they’re labelled for. Otherwise, levels are
extremely low.

Even when containing toxic ingredients, they’re diluted enough to be

completely safe. Keep in mind, however, that the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration does not regulate homeopathic supplements.

There are many companies that make and sell these remedies. Only buy from
companies you trust or that have good reputations.

Many homeopathic supplements contain toxic ingredients. If not properly

made and diluted, they can cause serious side effects, such as in this 2009
case. Homeopathic substances like arsenic and aconite, for example, are fatal
if consumed when improperly diluted.

This is good reason to source from upstanding manufacturers and speak to a

certified homeopathy practitioner. If you experience any strange side effects,
discontinue use immediately and see your doctor.