Over 70 years ago, Dr. Edward Bach noticed that many illnesses had an emotional root cause, and that the pure dilute essences of flowers could be used to treat these emotional issues. By the 1930s, he had identified 38 negative conditions of mind and the corresponding diseases they caused – and identified remedies for each.  Today, most health food stores and whole foods grocery stores carry Bach Flower Remedies next to the homeopathic section – as they are a popular alternative medicine for many.

The Bach Flower Remedies may be used by Seattle, New York, or Ottawa wellness specialists to treat depression, grief, a feeling of overwhelm, nervousness, low self-esteem, despair, anxiety, and many other emotions that cause chemical changes in our bodies and destroy our overall health.

Each Bach Flower Remedy comes in a small brown bottle with an eye dropper. The daily dosage is just a few drops taken either on the tongue or in a glass of spring water, so it does work in similar fashion to homeopathy.   It is prepared in an alcohol base, so is not a suitable treatment for alcoholics or those with liver issues.

A very special Bach Flower Remedy is the Rescue Remedy, which is a blend of several essences.  It is used in emergency situations, such as a traumatic event or injury, to help keep calm, cool, and collected – and also to heal quickly.

Many patients suffering from chronic pain have underlying emotional issues that have created an imbalance in their bodies. A good natural practitioner will start by asking the patient questions to determine these underlying issues.   For example, if they are impatient types who are never satisfied with their progress in life as nothing happens fast enough for them, the Impatiens remedy is ideal.    In this case, chronic back or myofacial pain can be occurring because of the constant state of stress they have placed their body under.

In most cases, a combination of remedies will be chosen as multiple emotional issues are present.   Many patients will heal from the original issues only to have new ones emerge – as the onion is peeled, deeper levels of cause and effect become obvious to both the patient and the practitioner.

Sometimes patients suffer from chronic back or neck pain because of a severe trauma that took place in their past.  The Star of Bethlehem essence is especially useful for helping their bodies release the memory of this past emotional or physical trauma.  Some of this essence rubbed on scar tissue will also help it to heal more quickly, and is used often for burn victims.

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