OK as far as it goes
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This book is well set out and easy to understand and is OK for treating basic health problems. The materia medica sections are also good and clear. However, for anyone who is a bit more experienced, they will find this book rather lacking. For a start off - consitutional treatment is not really discussed so you will need another book if you want to treat constitutionally. Secondly, asthma, eczema and other long-standing conditions are not even mentioned. As I was looking for a book that would help me treat chronic but mild eczema I found this very frustrating! This is really a basic first-aid book for acute conditions which, if you have some experience will not be enough for you.
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Simply the best
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I have several books for the lay person on homeopathy, but none come close to Miranda Castro's. And it is due to this book that we have had many wonderful results. Personally recommend it.
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My Homeopathic 'Bible'
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I agree totally with everything the other positive reviews have said, particularly the reference to already owning other books which then become almost surplus once this is purchased. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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My 'Bible'
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I agree totally with everything the other positive reviews have said, particularly the reference to already owning other books which then become almost surplus once this is purchased. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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For home prescribing, the only book you will need
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I enrolled on an evening course for homoeopathy. When the teacher offered to obtain Castro's book for class members, I declined as I already had a small library on the subject. I soon reversed this decision and it's the only book I consult now! It is the only book I have found that explains basics like the vital force, the minimum dose, constitution and susceptibility etc. There is a wonderful guide to taking a case as well as a dosage chart, potencies to use and sample cases that are actually useful! The bulk of the book is taken up with the Materia Medica which is easy to read and informative. After struggling on my own with fat erudite works, this shines a light in all the right places!
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