Homeopathy

Homeopathy: a 200-year tradition, used alongside conventional care.

Homeopathy is a medical tradition that dates to the late 1700s. It uses heavily-diluted preparations of plant, mineral, and animal sources to support the body's own response to symptoms. The remedies are gentle, the dosing is small, and the practice has a long history in South Africa where homeopaths are statutorily registered healthcare practitioners (AHPCSA).

We stock homeopathy honestly. It is not a replacement for conventional care, antibiotics when needed, or emergency medicine. It is a body of tools that many households reach for first for the small daily things (a knock, a sniffle, a restless night, a teething infant) and that practitioners use as part of a wider treatment plan. The brands here are the ones we trust: Natura and Feelgood Health from South Africa, Boiron from France, Little Gems kits for households, A. Vogel, Bach, and Similasan.

What is actually happening

  • The like-cures-like principle

    Homeopathy is built on the idea that a substance that causes specific symptoms in a healthy person can, in dilute form, help the body respond to those same symptoms when ill. Coffea (coffee) preparations for restlessness, Apis (bee) for stings and swelling.

  • Dilution and succussion

    Remedies are prepared by serial dilution with vigorous shaking (succussion) at each step. The result is a preparation with very low material concentration, which is why side effects and interactions are minimal compared with conventional medicines.

  • Support, not replacement

    Homeopathy works best as part of a broader picture: rest, nutrition, and conventional care when conditions warrant it. It is not a substitute for antibiotics in serious infection, insulin in diabetes, or emergency care.

  • Common potencies explained

    You will see 6C, 30C, and 200C on packaging. The number is dilution steps; C means a 1:100 dilution at each step. 6C and 30C are common household potencies. Higher potencies (200C, 1M) are typically used with a practitioner.

How we think about it

HOUSEHOLD

Build a household kit

A small starter kit covers most everyday situations: bumps and bruises, restless sleep, teething, stings, mild colds. The Little Gems kits are designed around exactly this use case.

BUILD

Add for life stage

Pregnancy, new-mom, infant, and flu-season kits round out a household. Add adaptogenic supports (ashwagandha, echinacea-based blends) for resilience between acute episodes.

PRACTITIONER

Work with a homeopath for the rest

Chronic conditions, persistent patterns, or anything you would normally see a doctor for benefit from a trained homeopath. They can match remedy and potency to the whole picture, not just the surface symptom.

Our top picks for this concern

Curated by what works, ranked by what sells. The handful we reach for first.

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Now Foods Ginko Biloba  60mg

Now Foods Ginko Biloba 60mg

R 339.00
Now Foods Ginkgo Biloba is available in 60mg capsule form. 2. Ginkgo Biloba is known for supporting cognitive function and enhancing memory and concentration. 3. The supplement is formulated to...
Natura - Kali sulph D6 Tissue Salts (7) 125 Tablets

Natura - Kali sulph D6 Tissue Salts (7) 125 Tablets

R 89.00R 79.00
Contains Kali Sulph D6 for skin and respiratory health support. 2. Uses homeopathic tissue salts to aid in cellular function. 3. 125 tablets per bottle. Ingredients Kali Sulph D6, Lactose
Natura - Kali mur D6 (5) Tissue Salts 125 Tablets

Natura - Kali mur D6 (5) Tissue Salts 125 Tablets

R 89.00R 79.00
Natura Kali Mur D6 tissue salts are used to support respiratory health and relieve symptoms of colds and congestion. Each bottle contains 125 tablets for regular supplementation. The formula is...
Natura - Combin T/S Fatique & Exhaustion 125 Tablets

Natura - Combin T/S Fatique & Exhaustion 125 Tablets

R 119.00
1. Designed to support energy levels and combat fatigue. 2. Contains homeopathic tissue salts to address exhaustion. 3. 125 tablets per bottle.
Natura - Calendula Plus 50g Ointment

Natura - Calendula Plus 50g Ointment

R 169.00
1. Natura Calendula Plus Ointment is available in a 50g container. 2. It is formulated with Calendula officinalis and is used for soothing skin irritations. 3. The ointment is designed...
Bach Rescue Remedy Pastilles Blackcurrant 50g

Bach Rescue Remedy Pastilles Blackcurrant 50g

R 215.00
Bach Rescue Remedy Pastilles Blackcurrant are designed to provide natural stress relief and calm. The product comes in a 50g tin with chewable pastilles in a blackcurrant flavor. They are...
Bottle of Lipo-Gandha supplement with a white background

Neogenesis Lipo-gandha 30s

R 339.00
Contains high-strength ashwagandha (4000 mg equivalent) with liposomal delivery for enhanced absorption. Adaptogenic formula designed to support stress reduction, mood balance, and cortisol regulation. Includes AstraGin® and phospholipids to improve...
Bottle of Nutrigums magnesium gummies on a white background

Nutrigums Magnesium Gummies 60s

R 399.00R 319.00
Vegan gummies combining magnesium citrate and vitamin C to support normal muscle function, energy metabolism and electrolyte balance. Magnesium contributes to reduced tiredness and fatigue, while vitamin C supports immune function...
Rawbiotics Kids 1L

Rawbiotics Kids 1L

R 379.00
Rawbiotics KIDS BALANCE is a children's dietary supplement containing beneficial bacteria and select herbal extracts. These probiotics support digestion, immunity, and nutrient absorption, promoting healthy growth. The herbal components, including...
Rawbiotics Defence 1L

Rawbiotics Defence 1L

R 379.00
Rawbiotics DEFENCE is a liquid probiotic designed to enhance gut and immune health. It combines probiotic bacteria with potent extracts of ginger, turmeric, elderberry, and cinnamon. It's suitable for daily...
Rawbiotics Daily - 1LT

Rawbiotics Daily - 1LT

R 379.00
Rawbiotics Daily is available in two sizes: 200ml and 500ml. 2. The product is a probiotic supplement designed to support digestive health. 3. It contains a blend of live bacteria...
Now Foods NAC 600mg

Now Foods NAC 600mg

R 489.00
Now Foods NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) is available in a 600mg capsule form. 2. NAC is an amino acid derivative that supports antioxidant production and detoxification. 3. The supplement is designed...

Build your stack

Three tiers, not 12. Start with one, add the next when you are ready.

  1. 1
    ESSENTIALS

    One kit and one acute remedy

    The rescue kit covers most surprises. Add a bottle of something you know your household uses (sleep drops, an immune blend) and you have a functional home setup.

    Little Gems Rescue Kit Little Gems Rescue Kit R269.00 View →
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    BUILD

    Life-stage kits

    Add baby, new-mom, or flu kits as the household needs them. Each kit is a self-contained set of remedies for that situation.

    Little Gems - Baby Kit Little Gems - Baby Kit R269.00 View →
  3. 3
    SPECIALTY

    Adaptogenic and immune supports

    Daily-use tonics and adaptogens (ashwagandha, echinacea-based formulas) for resilience between acute episodes. These are taken as courses, not single doses.

    A Vogel Echinaforce 60Tabs A Vogel Echinaforce 60Tabs R179.00 View →

Common questions

Is homeopathy regulated in South Africa?
Yes. Homeopaths in South Africa register with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPCSA) and complete a five-year Master's-level qualification. The remedies themselves are sold over the counter at low potencies and through practitioners at higher potencies.
How do I take a remedy?
Most household remedies come as small pillules or liquid drops, taken under the tongue and left to dissolve. Avoid eating, drinking, brushing teeth, or strong flavours (mint, coffee) for about 15 minutes either side. Frequency depends on the situation, usually every 15 minutes to 4 hours for acute use, then taper as symptoms ease.
Can homeopathy interact with my prescription medicine?
Direct biochemical interactions are extremely rare because the material dose is so low. That said, always tell your doctor and pharmacist what you are taking. Strong-tasting flavours and stimulants can interfere with how the remedy is absorbed.
Is it safe in pregnancy and for babies?
Many remedies are commonly used in pregnancy, postpartum, and infancy precisely because the material dose is so low. The Little Gems Baby Kit and New Moms Kit are designed for this. For chronic conditions or higher potencies, work with a registered homeopath rather than self-prescribing.
What about flower essences like Bach Rescue Remedy?
Flower essences are a separate tradition (started by Edward Bach in the 1930s) but sit comfortably alongside homeopathy. They work on the emotional level (anxiety, shock, overwhelm) and are taken in drops, often added to water.
When should I not rely on homeopathy?
Serious infection, breathing difficulty, high or persistent fever, severe pain, suspected fracture, or any emergency: see a doctor first. Use homeopathy alongside conventional care, not instead of it.
Why are some products labelled 'homeopathic' that look more like herbal tonics?
Some South African brands (Natura, Feelgood Health) use a hybrid approach, combining classical homeopathic remedies with low-dose herbal extracts. They are registered as complementary medicines and the label tells you the components and potencies.