Abstract
Dr. Wilhelm Heinrich Schuessler introduced the Biochemic system of medicine or tissue remedies which are homoeopathically prepared from mineral salts. Biochemic medicines have an effect at the physiological level. The World Health Organization defines this biochemical medicine method as inorganic cellular salt therapy. It is one of the complementary therapies introduced as a tissue salt remedy. These nutrients help regulate cellular functions and support health by regulating cellular salt levels. These tissue remedies are made by adding a minimal amount of tissue salt. The biochemical tissue remedies are inorganic tissue salts. There are a total of twelve biochemic tissue remedies which have their own individual properties.
Keywords- Homoeopathy, Tissue salt, alternative medicine, Treatment, Healing
Introduction
Biochemic theory is based on facts that the structure and vitality of the organ of the body depend upon certain necessary quantities and proper apportionment of its inorganic constitution. These biochemic tissue salts help maintain the equilibrium and balance the molecular activity in the cell. Deficiency in the amount of tissue salts will cause the disease conditions. This kind of disturbed equilibrium and balance can be rectified by administering the same mineral salt in small quantities and then vitality can be restored. This biochemic remedy may be compared to vitamins, just like a deficiency of specific vitamins will cause symptoms. The deficiency of these tissue salts is likely to cause disease pathology or particular symptoms. For example- A child suffering from rickets shows a lack of phosphate and calcium in the bones and an Iron deficiency anemia patient has a lack of Ferrum in the circulation, now administering the same salt will bring back the normal condition and help in curing Rickety child and Iron deficiency anemia patient.[1]
Description of Tissue Remedy with key indications-
1-Calcarea flour (calc flour)- Elasticity fiber
2-Calcarea Phosphorica (calc phos)- Cell restorer
3- Calcarea Sulphurica (calc sulph)- Blood purifier
4- Ferrum Phosphoricum (ferrumphos)- Oxygen carrier
5- Kalium Muriaticum (kali mur)- Detoxifier
6- Kalium Phosphoricum (kali phos)- Nerve stabiliser
7- Kalium Sulphuricum (kali sulph)- Skin conditioner
8- Magnesia Phosphorica (mag phos)- Pain killer
9- Natrum Muriaticum (natmur)- Water metaboliser
10- Natrum Phosphoricum (natphos)- Acid neutralizer
11- Natrum sulphuricum (natsulph)- Liver cleanser
12- Silicea (sil)- Skin cleanser[1]
Scope of Biochemic system of medicines:-
-The Tissue remedy claims that each type of salt offers diverse benefits for putting your body into balance for optimum health. These remedies can be used for vast purposes such as
(A) Acute Diseases-
– In acute disease conditions like the Common cold, cough, and fever Biochemic remedy Ferrum Phosphoricum is used for the initial stages of fever.
– Kali Sulphuricum is used for bronchitis and infections or inflammations in case of diseases.
– For Injuries and wound healing Silicea and CalcareaFluorica are used.
(B) Chronic Diseases-
– Arthritis-like chronic diseases are treated with Calcarea Fluorica and Magnesia Phosphorica.
– Digestive disorders treated with Natrum Phosphoricum for hyperacidity.
– Kali Sulphuricum and Silicea are infallible remedies for skin conditions like eczema and acne.[4]
(C) Nutritional Disorders-
– In Nutrition deficiency Anemia Ferrum Phosphoricum helps to increase the Hb level.
– Our bone is made up of Calcium, If deficiency occurs then bone diseases form which biochemic remedy Calcarea Phosphorica for bone growth and repair.
(D) Mental and Emotional-
– In Anxiety and stress-related issues Kali Phosphoricum serves as a nerve tonic.
(E) Preventive Care-
– Tissue salt remedy strengthens the immune system to prevent diseases and serves as a general tonic for improving energy levels and vitality of the body.
(F) For Healthy Heart– The tissue salts for the heart included;
– Calcarea fluor (Calcium fluoride) improves the elasticity of arteries. When the body lacks calcium fluoride, the formation of calcium deposits in arteries and heart valves is often observed
– Ferrum phosphoric increases the level of oxygen in the blood and tissues. Ferrum phos is one of the best tissue salts for the treatment of inflammation
– Magnesia phos helps to reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Angina pectoris, neuralgic spasms (better given in hot water); nervous palpitation of the heart when spasmodic.[5]
(G) For Healthy Kidneys-
– Ferrum Phosphoricum – When there is inflammation, fever, heat or pain. It can be given in the first stage of inflammatory stage. To reduce the congestion.
– Kali muriaticum – Second stage of inflammatory diseases of the kidneys, for the swelling and recent cell proliferation.
– Kali phosphoricum – Supplies potassium which is a necessary nutrient for the proper functioning of the kidney.[5]
(H) For Hair loss-
– Kali. Sulphuricum is an effective distributor of oxygen. It is recommended to treat lifeless, dull, straggly hair, thinning hair, and serious alopecia (hair loss).
– Natrum Muriaticum is said to promote healthy hair growth if taken regularly and consistently. For hair that is dry and falls out, or for beard hair that falls out.
– Silica is good when the hair lacks nourishment, this remedy helps to bring strength and bounce back to the hair. Silica promotes a thick growth of hair by stimulating hair follicles.[5]
Effectiveness of Biochemic Remedy in Different Conditions[2]:-
-Here are the 12 primary tissue salts and their benefits in different conditions.
| REMEDY | BENEFITS IN DIFFERENT CONDITIONS |
| Calc fluor (Calcarea fluorica) | -strengthens tooth enamel-strengthens bones-Restores tissue elasticity-Helps hemorrhoids-Helps hernia pain |
| Calc phos (Calcarea phosphorica) | -Restores cells-Heals fractures-Helps the digestive system |
| Calc sulph (Calcarea Sulphuric) | -Purifies blood-Reduces infection-Treats skin disorders such as acne-Prevents sore throat and cold |
| Ferr phos (Ferrum phosphoricum) | -Anti-inflammatory-Reduces fever-Accelerates healing-Reduces bleeding |
| Kali mur (Kali muriaticum) | -Purifies blood-Treats infection-Reduces swelling-Aids digestion |
| Kali phos (Kali phosphoricum) | -Supports nerve health-Lessens anxiety, irritability, and fatigue-Aids memory-Relieves headaches |
| Kali sulph (Kali sulphuricum) | -Heals mucous membrane-Heals skin-Balances metabolism-Conditions your pancreas |
| Mag phos (Magnesia phosphorica) | -Eases cramps-Eases pain-Reduces spasms-Relieves tension headaches |
| Nat mur (Natrum muriaticum) | -Balances bodily fluids-Reduces water retention-Aids digestion-Treats eczema |
| Nat phos (Natrum phosphoricum) | -Neutralizes acidity-Relieves seasickness-Treats arthritis-Aids digestion |
| Nat sulph (Natrum sulphuricum) | -Cleans pancreas-Cleans kidneys-Cleans liver-Treats cold and flu |
| Silicea | -Conditions skin-Conditions of connective tissue-Cleanses blood-Strengthens hair and nails |
Conclusion- Biochemic system of medicine or cell salt remedy which is commonly used by Homoeopathic practitioners in day-to-day practice to treat different diseases. Tissue salt remedy commonly distributed in tablet form potencies 6x or 12x. Practitioners prescribe these tissue remedies to dissolve in the tongue to prove their maximum effect. There are many case records and evidence-based research to prove the supremacy of tissue salt remedies. Tissue salt remedies have been found to be beneficial in promoting the health of compromised patients. Evidence-based research is lacking in this system but the future is very bright for practicing a biochemic system of remedies.
References:-
1- Boericke W. The Twelve Tissue Remedies of Schussler. B. Jain publisher; 1899.
2- Frothingham S. All About Tissue Salts: Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects [Internet]. Healthline. Healthline Media; 2020 [cited 2024 Dec 25]. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/tissue-salts#12-tissue-salts
3- Admin. Utility of tissue remedies in homeopathic practice [Internet]. Homeopathy Resource by Homeobook.com. 2023 [cited 2024 Dec 25]. Available from: https://www.homeobook.com/utility-of-tissue-remedies-in-homoeopathic-practice/
4-Silica in the treatment of skin problems” – Homeopathic Journal, Vol. 25, No. 2, 2015.
5- vaid DrIndu, naraynan DrAS, jain DrSunil, tripathi DrNishant. Role of Biochemic Tissue Remedies in Managing Some Common Ailments. Homeopathy for All. 2022 Nov;24(11).
