Supporters of homeopathy celebrate founder’s birth

ENTHUSIASTS of homeopathy, which uses natural substances to cure ailments, yesterday celebrated the 250th anniversary of the birth of its founder Dr Samuel Hahnemann.

Supporters of homeopathy celebrate founder’s birth

The German’s discovery, that taking quinine (which was used to treat malaria) produced symptoms similar to those of malaria, led to the development of homeopathy.

His approach came when medical practice relied heavily on blood-letting, purging and often toxic medicines.

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