Definition & Meaning of "homeopath"

Who is a "homeopath"?

A homeopath is a practitioner of homeopathy, an alternative medicine approach. Homeopaths believe that a substance causing symptoms in a healthy person can treat similar symptoms in a sick person when greatly diluted. They use natural substances like plants and minerals to create treatments that stimulate the body's natural healing processes. Homeopaths hold detailed discussions to understand a person's physical, emotional, and mental symptoms, prescribing personalized remedies aimed at restoring balance and promoting overall health and well-being.