What is your experience? ADHD is often treated with medication or behavioral therapy, but a major study suggests that diet alone can have a powerful effect. Researchers found that when processed foods were removed from children’s diets, ADHD symptoms dropped by 53 percent. Processed foods include items high in sugar, artificial colors, preservatives, and additives. These compounds can affect neurotransmitter activity, gut health, and inflammation, all of which play a role in attention, impulse control, and mood regulation. By eliminating these foods, the brain can function more efficiently, leading to noticeable improvements in behavior. Importantly, this approach is not about restriction or punishment. Families who replaced processed snacks with whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins reported calmer behavior, better focus, and improved overall health. Repeated exposure to natural, nutrient-rich foods supports both brain and body development. While medication and therapy still have their place, this study underscores the importance of considering diet as a first-line intervention. Making small, consistent changes in what children eat can have profound effects, helping them regulate attention, mood, and behavior. 1. INCA Randomized Controlled Trial (restricted elimination diet) Link to PubMed entry: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21296237/ — Effects of a restricted elimination diet on the behaviour of children with ADHD (INCA study)  This study tested a highly controlled elimination diet in 4-8-year-olds with ADHD and found significant symptom reduction compared to controls.  2. Earlier RCT on elimination diet Link to PubMed entry: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18431534/ — A randomized controlled trial into the effects of an elimination diet on ADHD symptoms  Shows significant improvement in many children on an elimination diet vs waiting-list controls. 

Hope you had an amazing Christmas. 🎄 Back pain is real — and it can be incredibly limiting. I’ve been dealing with on-and-off lower back pain since Thanksgiving. It was a perfect storm: • Overworking out • Too much sitting • More inflammatory foods • 7 full days of driving (4,000+ miles) • Not-so-great beds • Skipping stretching and mobility Eventually, my body let me know it was angry and needed support. What is Lumbago? Lumbago is simply a term for lower back pain and can be found in the homeopathy materia medicas when doing a search. This issue often stiffness, aching, or sharp discomfort that can worsen with movement, sitting too long, or overuse. Top homeopathic remedies commonly used for back pain: • Rhus tox – stiffness, worse on first movement, better with gentle motion • Hypericum – nerve-related pain, shooting or radiating discomfort • Arnica – trauma, overuse, soreness • Bryonia – worse with movement, better with rest • Ruta – strain to ligaments, tendons, or connective tissue• Nux vomica – back pain tied to stress, overdoing, travel, or rich foods • Kali carbonicum – deep lower back weakness or sharp pain, especially with fatigue I tried several of these to see what my body responded to — sometimes it takes a bit of listening and experimenting. Homeopathy, anti-inflammatory supplements, and a topical analgesic heat rub cream are some of what I have been trying along with sitting with better posture, stretching, and gentle exercise. One takeaway is being prepared matters.I packed a small bag of homeopathy and reference books for our trip, and I am so thankful I did. When you’re traveling, tired or out of routine, having support on hand can make all the difference. Back pain is often a signal not to push harder, but to restore balance!

Merry Christmas blessings from our home to yours!

As we celebrate Christmas, I want to wish you and your family a season filled with peace, rest, and meaningful time together. There is something deeply grounding about slowing down, gathering with loved ones, and remembering what truly matters much like the quiet wisdom found in Little Women or the gentle awakening in A Christmas Carol: care for one another, especially when life feels heavy. Our family has a tradition of watching I Heard the Bells the movie about the history of that carol that is so touching. This year, our family time came with a timely reminder. While visiting relatives, one spouse had to stay home—taken down hard by the flu while the other was recovering. Though improving, the other spouse's voice was still raspy, coughing lingered, and energy was clearly depleted plus had an injury. I pulled out homeopathy to help the injury and gave her remedies for the sick loved one at home. Another relative, working in healthcare, shared how severely the flu has impacted staff and patients alike—longer hours, increased patient load, and wave after wave of symptoms coming through the doors. After chatting with this person last night, I woke up this morning noticing some extra mucus myself. Nothing major—but a reminder of how easily our bodies respond to exposure, especially during this season. Add to that the reality of the holidays: more parties, more gatherings, and let’s be honest—not eating as cleanly or consistently as we normally do. All of this can lower our resilience and make us more susceptible. I grabbed a homeopathic remedy for myself as soon as I jumped out of bed and am already feeling back to normal. It’s a strong reminder: flu season is here, and preparation matters. Why Being Prepared Matters When illness hits, especially suddenly, having supportive remedies on hand can make a meaningful difference—for yourself, your family, and even those you love who may not be with you physically. I was grateful to have homeopathy available and was able to send remedies home with the sick spouse to support recovery that night and the following day.

Hello and welcome! It's great to see a community coming together to discuss homeopathy and natural health. Homeopathy and health are fields that often sparks curiosity and debate, so; it's wonderful that you're encouraging respectful. If you have any questions or need information about homeopathy or related topics, feel free to ask. Looking forward to engaging discussions!