JellyBean gave great info
Here is how I usually describe homeopathy to people -
**Herbal chamomile relaxes your body/mind through tea, infusion or tincture by
**Homeopathic chamomilia (chamomile) enters your body in a miniscule form and your body reacts chemically and relaxes itself.
I love homeopathy because the concept is that your body heals itself rather than relying on something else - even an herb.
An interesting remedy to me has always been coffea cruda (coffee). IT is commonly used for insomnia because the teeny tiny bit of coffee that enters your system is not strong enough to give you a caffeine buzz. The chemical reaction after the coffee -- coming down off caffeine-- is still strong so it relaxes your body enough for sleep.
Homeopathy and aromatherapy should be stored as far away from one another as possible. Coffee (regular coffee) and mint products reduce the efficacy of homeopathy. Some homeopaths actually believe neither should ever be used; however I have also heard just don't consume them w/in 1 hour of taking homeopathy. IT's also best to take 30 minutes after eating/before eating.