Know Your Remedies: Laurocerasus (Laur.)

This remedy has been used for types of cardiac and respiratory disorders accompanied by coldness and collapse.

Know Your Remedies: Eupatorium Perfoliatum (Eup-per.)

Intense bone pain - "as if they are broken" - is a frequent flu-related symptom. The person will be restless but without relief.

Know Your Remedies: Sulphur (Sulph.)

Sulphur types are typically warm-blooded, lack attention to appearance and have a 'ragged philosopher' reputation.

Know Your Remedies: Graphites (Graph.)

Graphites is a remedy for anxiety and types of skin complaints. Those needing it are often chilly, prone to obesity, and dislike sweet things - especially with meat. Sound familiar?

Know Your Remedies: Rhododendron Chrysanthum (Rhod.)

Think of this remedy for rheumatic pains, orchitis and epididymitis, and symptoms that worsen with thunderstorms.

Know Your Remedy: Calendula Officinalis (Calen.)

Calendula is known for its ability to soothe sunburnt or chafed skin, control infection, and stimulate healing in wounds.

Know Your Remedies: Magnesium Carbonicum (Mag-c.)

Mag-c. is a remedy for digestive problems, failure to thrive, and an oversensitive nervous system. Fatigue and weakness are common symptoms.

Know Your Remedies: Hamamelis Virginiana (Ham.)

Hamamelis virginiana is a useful remedy for fragile veins, venous congestion, and bleeding. Veins are enlarged and feel bruised or sore, especially when touched or pressed.

Know Your Remedies: Spongia Tosta (Spong.)

Spongia tosta (Spong.) is a remedy for dry mucous membranes (mouth, nose, throat, and larynx), coughs, swollen glands, and types of respiratory and cardiac (heart) symptoms.