Abrotanum (southernwood)
Artemisia abrotanum
A leading remedy for the physical wasting of an eating disorder — emaciation, weakness, and loss of muscle tone even when food is eaten. Useful in anorexia and in bulimia where nourishment is not absorbed or is purged, leaving the body thin, chilly, and depleted. To be used alongside professional mental health care.
Key indications
- Best for: Loss of appetite, anorexia or restrictive eating
- Weight loss and loss of muscle tone despite appetite or eating
- Marked weakness, chilliness, and dry, slack skin
- Irritable and anxious with a sunken, undernourished look
Cold damp air, restriction, after eating
Warmth, gentle motion, regular nourishment
6C twice daily; reduce as weight and strength return.
Ignatia (St. Ignatius bean)General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.