ALLIUM SAT

Homeopathy

ALLIUM SAT

Allium sativum
Garlic.

Key Uses:

Indigestion caused by a rich diet or by dietary change

Tearing pains in the hip area and abdomen

Origin : Native to central Asia, and now grown worldwide.

Background : Garlic is one of the most ancient of herbs, used by the Babylonians as early as c. 3000 BCE. It is now a popular culinary herb and an important medicinal plant, valued for its antibiotic properties.

Preparation : The fresh garlic bulbs are minced and macerated in alcohol.

Remedy Profile : Allium sat. is most appropriate for people who are oversensitive and need company. Although subject to many fears, they have a particular fear of being poisoned. They generally enjoy a rich, gourmet diet, especially one that includes meat, but are prone to indigestion and catarrh problems.
The remedy is primarily associated with indigestion caused by a rich diet or by dietary change. The digestive process is accompanied by pressure in the upper abdomen, foul- smelling gas, and colicky pains around the
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navel. Dull pains in the bowels and either constipation or diarrhea may be present. Allium sat. is also used to treat tearing pains in the hip area and abdomen.

Symptoms Better : For sitting bent over.

Symptoms Worse : In the evening; at night; for walking; for pressure on the affected area.