History of homeopathy: Myths, origins, and controversies #dwculture #homeopathy

Is homeopathy the biggest scam of all time or a genuine miracle cure? In this video, we take you on an exciting journey through the history of homeopathy and dispel the biggest myths at the same time. From the production of globules, often just referred to as sugar balls, to the origins of the alternative healing method in the 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann. We show you what is so special about the manufacturing process of homeopathic remedies and why their effects are so controversial. We also shed light on whether there is more to homeopathy than just a placebo effect, why many people believe in it and what role the supposed therapeutic success plays in children and animals. Finally, we discuss whether homeopathic remedies are actually without side effects or whether they can be dangerous. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:36 Chapter 1: Globules: Real medicine or just sugar? 02:50 Chapter 2: How homeopathy began 04:22 Chapter 3: Placebo effect or actual cure? 07:22 Chapter 4: Homeopathy boom worldwide 09:31 Chapter 5: The risks of homeopathy: Are there side effects? 10:47 Outro For more visit: https://www.dw.com/en/culture/s-1441 Please follow DW's netiquette: https://p.dw.com/p/MF1G #homeopathy #explained #history #dwhistoryandculture #historyfacts #dwhistoryexplained