Cell salts in the body can be used as healing agents for certain health problems. Wm. Schuessler, Homeopathic doctor, discovered the twelve cell salts and the Biochemic System of Medicine. He felt that every form of illness was associated with imbalances of one or more of the indispensable mineral salts.
His research also indicates that homeopathically prepared minerals help to maintain mineral balance in the body, and are used by the body as core, building nutrients at the cellular level. Cell salts are used to stimulate corresponding body salts toward normal metabolic activity and health restoration as are other homeopathic remedies.
They “re-tune” the body so it can return to a healthy balance. Cell salts are based on homeopathic remedies and may be used in a healing program along with other homeopathic treatments. Only very small amounts of cell salts are needed to properly nourish the cells.
The Twelve Cell Salts
A large part of today’s cell salts are now extracted from organic plant sources. These medicines are available as tiny lactose-based tablets that are dissolved under the tongue and in tinctures.
(1) CALCAREA FLUOR - calcium fluoride
Calcium fluoride is contained in the elastic fibers of the skin, blood vessels,
connective tissue, bones and teeth. It is used the treatment of dilated or
weakened blood vessels, such as those found in hemorrhoids, varicose
veins, hardened arteries and glands.
(2) CALCAREA PHOS - calcium phosphate
Calcium phosphate is in abundance in all tissues. It strengthens bones,
and helps build new blood cells. A deficiency of calcium phosphate
results in anemia, emaciation and weakness, slow growth and poor
digestion.
(3) CALCAREA SULPH - calcium sulphate
Calcium sulphate is found in bile; promotes continual blood cleansing.
When deficient in the body, toxic build-up occurs in the form of skin
disorders, respiratory clog, boils and ulcerations, and slow healing.
(4) FERRUM PHOS - iron phosphate -
Mineral compound of iron and phosphorus.
Both iron and phosphorus are in the body independently; phosphorus contributes
to bone and muscle health, and iron aids the exchange of oxygen in the blood.
Homeopathic practitioners consider ferrum phos good for patients who suffer
from ailments with low energy and anemia.
Target Ailments (Take internally)
* tickling hacking coughs with chest pain, headaches,
fevers that begin slowly, ear infections, early menstrual
periods accompanied by headaches, anemia, fatigue,
nosebleeds, sore throat, vomiting, palpitations.
Preparations
Ferrum phosphate is available in various potencies,
in both liquid and tablet form.
Side effects
None expected
(5) KALI MUR - potassium chloride - (Drug class- Diuretics)
Potassium chloride is a mineral supplement prescribed for the treatment
and prevention of potassium depletion. Such depletion usually results from
the excretion of minerals through increased urine flow.
A potassium
chloride deficiency results in coating of the tongue, gland swelling, skin
scaling, and excess mucous discharge.
Side effects
Not Serious: Gastrointestinal upset. (To help alleviate this problem,
take medication with meals.)
Serious: Black stools ( a possible symptom of gastrointestinal
bleeding), severe vomiting
.
Excessive doses of potassium chloride can lead to high
potassium levels in the blood, possibly causing heart-
rhythm problems and mental confusion.
If you experience
an irregular heartbeat or feel confused, call your family
doctor immediately.
Special Information
* Potassium chloride can cause stomach irritation, inform your doctor
if you have stomach ulcers.
* Do not take Potassium chloride if you are taking potassium-sparing
diuretics or salt substitutes.
(6) KALI PHOS - potassium phosphate
Potassium phosphate is found in all fluids and tissues in the body. A
deficiency of this cell salt is characterized by intense body odor. It is
used to treat mental problems such as depression, irritability, neuralgia,
dizziness, headaches, and nervous stomach.
(7) KALI SULPH - potassium sulphate
Potassium sulphate is an oxygen-carrier for the skin. A deficiency of
this cell salt causes a deposit on the tongue, and slimy nasal , eye, ear
and mouth secretions.
(8) MAGNESIA PHOS - magnesium phosphate
Magnesium phosphate is an infrastructure constituent. A deficiency
in this cell salt impairs muscles and nerve fibers, causing cramps,
spasms and neuralgia pain, usually accompanied by prostration and
profuse sweating.
(9) NATRUM MUR - sodium chloride
Sodium chloride is simply salt, a substance present in the natural world
in quantities greater than any other except water. Salt has been valued
in human commerce throughout history because it is essential to life
and health.
Homeopaths prescribe dilute solution of salt (Nat mur, as
they call it), for conditions that are coupled with symptoms of extreme
thirst, emotional sensitivity, and a strong desire for salt.
Target Ailments
* depression caused by grief, with a desire to be alone;
menstrual irregularity; indigestion; fevers accompanied
by weakness and chills; backaches that are relieved by
firm pressure; cold sores, especially in the corners of the
mouth; colds with sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose;
genital herpes; eczema; anemia; hay fever; migraine headaches.
Preparations
Salt (Nat mur) is available over the counter in various potencies,
both in liquid and in tablet form.
Side Effects
None expected.
(10) NATRUM PHOS - sodium phosphate
Sodium phosphate regulates the body’s acid/alkaline balance. It catalyzes
lactic acid and fat emulsion. An imbalance of this cell salt is indicated by
a coated tongue, itchy skin, sour stomach, low appetite, diarrhea and
flatulence.
(11) NATRUM SULPH - sodium sulphate
An imbalance of sodium sulphate produces edema in the tissues, dry
skin with watery eruptions, poor bile and pancreas activity, headaches,
and gouty symptoms.
(12) SILICEA - silica - (also called Flint)
Silica is a mineral that is present in the human body in only trace amounts.
It is vital to the development of bones, the flexibility of cartilage, and the
health of skin and connective tissues.
Very successful in treating boils,
pimples and abscesses, blood cleansing and rebuilding the body after
illness or injury.
Target Ailments
* headaches beginning in the back of the head and
spreading forward to the eyes, swollen glands in
the neck, gum infections, hemorrhoids, breast cysts.
athlete’s foot, earache with decreased hearing and a
stopped-up sensation, fingernails that have white
pots and split easy
Preparations
Silica is available over the counter in various potencies.
Both liquid and tablet form are available.