Case studies on the homeopathic treatment of binge eating in adult males

Case studies on the homeopathic treatment of binge eating in adult males

Background: Homeopathy seeks to treat holistically. The role of homeopathy for treating binge eating however remains poorly explored.Objective: To determine the efficacy of individualized homeopathic treatment on binge eating.Method: This was a nine-week pilot study using a case study design. Indivi...

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Published in:Health SA = SA Gesondheid Vol. 21; no. 1; pp. 294 - 302
Main Authors: Caminsky, Marelize, Patel, Reshma, Van Heerden, Hertzog Johannes, Pellow, Janice, Razlog, Radmila
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 01-01-2016
Subjects:
Binge eating
Case studies
Homeopathy
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Summary:Background: Homeopathy seeks to treat holistically. The role of homeopathy for treating binge eating however remains poorly explored.Objective: To determine the efficacy of individualized homeopathic treatment on binge eating.Method: This was a nine-week pilot study using a case study design. Individualized homeopathic remedies were prescribed to each participant for six weeks and case analysis evaluated changes over time.Results: All participants reported a decrease in the severity and frequency of binging behaviour; concurrent improvements in general health were also noted.Conclusion: This pilot study shows the potential benefits of individualized homeopathic treatment in binge eating in males.
ISSN:1025-9848
2071-9736
DOI:10.1016/j.hsag.2016.06.006