I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so glad to be with you again on The Unvaxxed Child! Last week we went over the top homeopathic remedies for ear infections and today I want to build on that.

I’m excited to share my complete Ear Infections & Ear Pain Protocol — a practical, step-by-step guide I’ve used with hundreds of families.

Let’s dive in!

Naturopathic Approaches to Ear Pain & Infections

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so glad to be with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Last week I took a short break from Substack to record a brand-new series of homeopathic videos. This week I’ve been finalizing everything, and I’m getting more excited every day as it all comes together.

For years, I’ve been asked the same heartfelt question by so many mothers: “How do I even get started with homeopathy?” They want simple, practical guidance on how to begin using it safely and confidently at home for their families. They want to know what to do for first aid, fevers, teething—all the basic things that come up at home. That’s it. After hearing this over and over, I decided to create the exact solution—the missing piece for parents who are stepping into natural care (especially homeopathy) but don’t know where to begin. More on this very soon, but first, let’s get to today’s popular and important topic: Ear infections.

Ear infections remain one of the most frequent reasons parents go to the doctor, so today I want to share my top homeopathic remedies for ear infections that has served my patients so well over the years.

Let’s dive in!

A Clinical Case: First email check of the day and I see an urgent email from a dear, forever patient of mine. This was unusual. Her child was in tremendous pain and she needed an appointment asap.

Over Zoom, I could see her face was flushed and the pain was clearly intense. I took the case: sudden onset—she went to bed normal but woke up in the middle of the night screaming in pain (described as beating), she was crying (very unusual for this child), and too restless to sleep. I prescribed Belladonna 30c and told the mother to email within a couple of hours.

Updated email: Within 15 minutes after her first dose, she started to calm as the pain started to ease, and she fell asleep. She slept for 2 solid hours, soundly. On waking a couple of hours later, the pain was better but still there, and the fever was below 100. She was no longer red. I told her to continue as planned and update me the next day. That next email reported the pain and fever were gone. She was playing like her normal self again.

That experience reminded me why I trust homeopathy so deeply for acute ear infections—it works fast, gently, and without the side effects so many families want to avoid.

Ear Infections & Homeopathy: A Better Path

Most ear infections (acute otitis media) are actually viral or self-resolving. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics clinical practice guideline, two out of three children improve without antibiotics, and many cases are viral rather than bacterial. The AAP therefore recommends “watchful waiting” (observation for 48–72 hours, often called the “3-day rule”) for many non-severe cases in children 6 months and older, especially unilateral infections or those with mild symptoms. Antibiotics are reserved for severe cases or when symptoms persist or worsen.

We obviously want to avoid antibiotics, especially because we know there are other much more effective natural treatments such as homeopathy. We also do not need to just do “watchful waiting” when homeopathic remedies can offer quick relief!

Homeopathic remedies often bring relief within 24–48 hours with far fewer complications. The goal is match the child’s unique symptom picture to the remedy rather than treating the diagnosis alone. When the right remedy is chosen, parents often see rapid improvement in pain, fever, and irritability and the child returns to normal play.

My Top 4 Homeopathic Remedies for Ear Infections:

• Belladonna 30C: Sudden, intense onset with high fever, throbbing pain, flushed red face, and light sensitivity. The child is restless or delirious, pain is worse from noise, light, or jarring, and the ear feels hot to the touch. This is the classic “first stage” remedy when everything comes on fast and hot. Symptoms often improve dramatically within hours when the picture fits.

• Chamomilla 30C: Extreme irritability, one cheek red and hot while the other is pale, child demands to be carried but is inconsolable. Pain is worse at night and from warmth, and the child may cry out sharply with each wave of pain. This remedy is wonderful for teething-related ear pain or when the child is hypersensitive to the pain itself.

• Pulsatilla 30C: Clingy, weepy child who wants fresh air and comfort. Discharge is thick, yellow-green, and the pain is better in open air and worse in warm rooms. The child craves sympathy and may have a changeable picture. Excellent for ear infections that follow or accompany a cold.

• Mercurius Solubilis 30C: Offensive ear discharge, swollen glands, excessive salivation, and night sweats. Pain is worse at night, and the child may have a metallic taste or bad breath. Useful for infections with pus and glandular involvement.

For dosing: Use 30c or 200c potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue every 1–2 hours during acute pain (up to 4–6 doses in 24 hours), then space out as symptoms improve. Stop when clearly better. Always reassess in 24 hours—if no improvement or symptoms worsen, consult your practitioner.

What’s Coming This Month

• Weekly Teachings & Vitalist Wisdom: Short homeopathic lessons and cases to build your confidence—all free!

• Protocol: Full Ear Infection Protocol for Paid Subscribers

• Getting Started with Homepathy: Foundational program Coming Soon.

• Pregnancy Series: Can not wait for this!

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Let’s Support Those Little Ears! Have you used any of these remedies for an ear infection? Comment below with your experience or a question—I’d love to connect!

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor. Over the past few weeks we’ve explored spring allergies together—from the vitalist view of why they happen to my favorite single remedies such as Allium cepa, Sabadilla, Natrum muriaticum, and Histaminum hydrochloricum.

Today I’m thrilled to bring it all together in my complete Allergy Protocol, now available to paid subscribers. This protocol offers the most practical ways to address seasonal allergies naturally. Whether your child (or you) deals with sneezing, itchy eyes, or full-blown hay fever, this guide gives you natural tools to help with immediate symptoms and to help prevent allergies from coming back season after season.

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

The allergy newsletter series has been popular, and it just goes to show how many people are looking for solutions to seasonal spring allergies. Let’s continue on our allergy journey.

Today, I want to spotlight a remedy that’s a true gem for histamine-driven problems: Histaminum hydrochloricum.

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Histaminum works incredibly well for allergies—so much so that I recommend starting here. It gives tremendous relief in most people. For those where it does not give relief, then of course dig deeper, find a better-fitting homeopathic remedy, and work on cleansing the interior (see Part 1 and Part 2 of allergy season). But for those that it does help—poof—it could be that easy.

I will break down its materia medica , and explain why it’s such a gentle powerhouse.

Let’s dive in!

Histaminum Hydrochloricum: Materia Medica

Histaminum hydrochloricum (derived from histamine) is a sarcode remedy in homeopathy, meaning it’s prepared from the substance itself to counter its effects—like “like cures like” on steroids. It’s especially brilliant for histamine-driven problems, where the body overreacts to allergens like pollen, dust, or food, releasing histamine that triggers inflammation, itching, and mucus.

Why does it help?

In low homeopathic doses, it gently desensitizes the system, modulating the histamine response without suppressing immunity like antihistamines do. It’s safe, non-drowsy, and builds tolerance over time.

Main Indications for Seasonal Allergies:

• Histamine Overload Symptoms: Runny nose with clear, watery discharge; sneezing fits; itchy, burning eyes or throat; hives or skin rashes from allergens.

• Respiratory Flares: Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) with congestion, post-nasal drip, or asthma-like wheezing from pollen/dust.

• Skin & Eye Reactions: Eczema flare-ups, urticaria (hives), or conjunctivitis with swelling and itching.

• General Sensitivity: Food or environmental allergies causing bloating, headaches, or fatigue after exposure.

Characteristics: The Histaminum picture is one of acute, inflammatory overreaction—think red, swollen, itchy, and watery. The child may be restless from discomfort, craving fresh air or loving cold things like cold applications.

Modalities: Worse from warmth, stress, or allergens; better from cold (ice packs, cool air), rest, or open windows.

Emotionally: there might be anxiety or irritability during peaks. It’s ideal when symptoms mimic histamine release: sudden, intense, and widespread.

How to Dose & Follow Up: For beginners: Start with 30c potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue every 1–2 hours during acute flares (up to 4–6 doses/day). Space out as relief comes—use preventively 1–2 times daily during high-pollen seasons. Dissolve in water for younger kids (consult your practitioner).

Reassess in 48–72 hours: if there is no improvement, and you really want to get to the bottom of this, consider constitutional treatment. If there is improvement, continue until symptoms are gone. Always stop when better—homeopathy nudges, not forces.

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Why This Matters: Choosing not to vaccinate means trusting your child’s innate healing power. Histamine-driven allergies are the body’s signal of imbalance, and remedies like Histaminum honor that naturally, without dulling the senses. Combine this remedy with tidying up the diet and your child’s symptoms can dramatically improve—if not go away completely.

What’s Coming Next:

• Full Allergy Protocol for Adults and Kids: (Paid subscribers)

• Introduction into Homeopathy Series

• Pregnancy, Delivery, and Postpartum Deepdive

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Let’s Tame Those Allergies!We’re easing through allergy season together, and I’m so grateful you’re here! Have you tried Histaminum for histamine flares? Comment below

With love and vitality,

Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child! Thank you for loving my article on spring allergies—I got a ton of feedback on this one. So many people are suffering with allergies, and I am here to tell you that you do not have to be one of them!

With pollen in the air and symptoms flaring, let’s focus on my top homeopathic remedies for allergies. These gems can bring gentle relief when matched to your child’s unique picture, supporting the body’s innate balance without suppression.

Today, I’ll share a story from my practice, detail each remedy with keynotes geared toward allergies, and explain how to choose and dose. Let’s dive in!

My Story: A Sneeze Storm Turned Gentle Breeze

Last spring, a mom brought her 7-year-old son to me. He’d been sneezing nonstop, with a dripping nose and runny eyes. It was disrupting school and sleep, and over-the-counter remedies just made him drowsy. He was miserable!

I took the case: profuse watery discharge from the nose that was irritating the upper lip, leaving it raw and painful, accompanied by frequent sneezing (10–20 times an hour) and watery eyes. No real change in mood or other modalities. I chose Allium cepa 30c, and it turned out to be a great prescription. After the first couple of doses, the sneezing slowed within hours. By day three, he was back to playing outside, almost completely symptom-free. We followed up with vitalist support to clear his terrain, and his tendency toward seasonal allergies faded dramatically in the following years.

That transformation reminded me of homeopathy’s magic for instant allergy relief—Let’s go over some of my favorite homeopathic remedies for allergy support.

My Top Remedies for Allergies: How to Choose, Keynotes, & How to dose

Allergies can be completely miserable, but homeopathy works by matching the exact symptom picture to the remedy. For beginners, observe the type of discharge, location, what makes it worse/better, mood, everything! Write it down. Match the symptoms to the correct remedy picture.

• Allium Cepa 30C: From the onion plant, it’s ideal for profuse, watery nasal discharge that burns the nose and upper lip, like cutting onions. Bland tears (non-irritating eyes), sneezing fits worse in warm rooms or evening, better open air. Keynotes: Spring hay fever with burning nose, frequent sneezing, headache from sinus pressure; child rubs nose constantly. Great for pollen allergies starting suddenly.

• Sabadilla 30C: For violent sneezing fits with itching nose and sensitivity to odors (even flowers). Watery discharge, burning/itching palate or throat, chills with sneezing. Keynotes: Sneezing in spasms (3–10 at a time), worse cold air or thinking about symptoms, better warm drinks; often with frontal headache and lachrymation. Suits oversensitive kids who sneeze from dust or pollen.

• Natrum Muriaticum 30C: For sneezing fits with watery discharge, often worse in the morning or from sunlight. Dry nose alternates with flow, loss of smell/taste, craving salt. Keynotes: Egg-white-like mucus, frontal sinus pain, emotional sensitivity (child withdraws); worse consolation, better alone or open air. Chronic hay fever with grief or suppressed emotions.

• Arsenicum Album 30C: Burning discharge with restlessness and anxiety; thin, watery mucus irritates skin. Chilly child, thirsty for small sips. Keynotes: Worse midnight or cold, better warmth/heat; sneezing with burning eyes/nose, exhaustion, fear of being alone. For allergies with asthma-like wheezing or burning throat.

• Euphrasia 30C: From eyebright, it’s for eye irritation with acrid tears (burning eyes) and milder nasal symptoms. Profuse, irritating lachrymation, photophobia. Keynotes: Bland nasal discharge, worse wind/sunshine, better dark rooms; conjunctivitis with sticky lids, cough from eye irritation. Hay fever centered on eyes, like conjunctivitis.

• Sulphur 30C: For itchy, burning allergies with red, irritated skin or eyes; chronic, recurring symptoms. Warm-blooded child, worse heat/bathing. Keynotes: Burning discharge, itching nose/eyes, worse scratching or warmth, better cool air; often with skin rashes or thirst for cold drinks. Stubborn hay fever with offensive odors or suppressed eruptions.

Dosing Guide: Dose 30c or 200c potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue (for kids over 2, consult your practitioner for younger ones). Repeat every 1–2 hours during acute symptoms (up to 3–4 doses/day), then space out as better—stop when markedly improved. Reassess in 24 hours; if no change, try the next best remedy or seek guidance.

These remedies, inspired by classical homeopathy, can really make a difference. As great a homeopathy works, cleaning up the inside is also just as important. As Dr. Henry Lindlahr’s vitalist principles remind us, true relief comes from addressing the whole system.

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Let’s Clear the Air! We’re easing through allergy season together, and I’m so grateful you’re here! Which remedy sounds like a match for your family’s allergies? Comment below with your thoughts or a story—I’d love to connect!

Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so glad to be with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Thank you for the warm response to my Cell Salt Protocol. I’ve been getting really sweet feedback from moms feeling confident enough to dose their child for the first time. Even more important—that it worked, the child got better, and they (the moms) feel more empowered than ever. #GoalsConquered.

While I’m still moving forward with Basics into Homeopathy and an in-depth series into Pregnancy through Postpartum, I’m taking a brief detour for just a moment to address what is at hand: Seasonal Allergies.

With March in full swing and allergy season upon us, many people are once again facing sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, and fatigue. Today I’d like to offer a clear, vitalist perspective on why quick fixes only go so far, and what true healing really requires.

Let’s dive in!

My Story: From Masking to Lasting Change

A few springs ago, a mother brought her 9-year-old daughter to my clinic. Every March the girl suffered terribly—constant sneezing, watery eyes, and such fatigue that school became difficult. They’d tried antihistamines and nasal sprays, but they gave little relief, the symptoms returned each year worse, and the side effects left her drowsy.

As a naturopathic physician, I began with gentle symptom support: age-appropriate dosages of quercetin, vitamin C, nettle leaf tea, and a homeopathic remedy. These brought noticeable relief within days. But we went further—addressed food intolerances (egg was a major trigger), supported her elimination organs, and gently cleared internal congestion. The following spring her symptoms were barely noticeable. She could enjoy the outdoors again without misery during peak season.

That experience reminded me: symptom relief is important, but lasting freedom comes from restoring the internal environment. Allergies don’t go away overnight; it takes time to clean the system, but each year the suffering should be way less—if not gone.

The Vitalist View: Allergies as Overflow, Not Just External Triggers

From a vitalist perspective, allergies are not simply a reaction to pollen, dust, or mold. They are a sign that the internal environment is congested—toxemia overflow, the cup is full. When the organs of elimination (liver, kidneys, bowels, skin, lungs) are overburdened with metabolic waste from poor digestion, environmental toxins, and/or chronic inflammation, the body becomes hypersensitive to external substances it would otherwise tolerate.

The immune system overreacts because it’s already on high alert. Supplements, herbs, and a correct homeopathic remedy are excellent natural agents that can alleviate symptoms quickly—they stabilize mast cells, reduce histamine release, and dry excess mucus.

Here are some of my favorite quick fixes:

• Quercetin

• Vitamin C: I love whole food powder mixed with Bee Pollen

• Nettle leaf

• DAO Enzyme: Helps breakdown excess histamine the body produces with allergies

• Homeopathic Remedy

But these are supportive measures, not cures. They’re like driving with the brakes on. They can be helpful in the moment, but unless you address the root cause—clearing internal congestion and supporting elimination—the tendency toward allergies remains.

So whats the real answer. How do you cure allergies? This way:

• Tidy Up the Diet

• Remove Food Intolerance

• Open up the Organs of Elimination/Clean house/Detoxify

• Prescribe the correct acute remedy during allergy flairs, and work on constitutional prescription to decrease the susceptibility to getting allergies

Avoiding food intolerances (as revealed by the Carroll Food Intolerance Evaluation) makes a tremendous difference. Eliminating those incompatible foods reduces toxemia and systemic inflammation, emptying the cup. To learn more, check out an article I wrote all bout the Food Intolerance Evaluation. Once the cup is emptied and the system is cleaned up, the body stops reacting to the outside environment as well. When the internal cup empties and elimination pathways function smoothly, the body gradually loses its hypersensitivity. The external environment no longer triggers such strong reactions.

Allergy symptoms are an important reminder that we have work to do. What are you waiting for? Start spring cleaning today.

As I mentioned, homeopathy can also help alleviate symptoms of allergies. You just have to find the remedy that works with your allergy picture. So, stay tuned for my next 2 newsletters on using homeopathy to navigate seasonal allergies.

1. My Top Homeopathic Remedies for Allergies

2. One of my favorite Homeopathic Remedies for Allergies & Histamine

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What’s Coming This Month: March is allergy month! After that we continue with

• Introduction to Homeopathy and How to get Started: So excited to release this

• Deep dive into the Pregnancy and Post Partum Years.

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Let’s Ease Into Spring! What’s your biggest challenge with seasonal allergies this year? Comment below with your thoughts or a story about what’s helped—I’d love to connect.

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

P.S. Stay tuned for next week’s newsletter on my top homeopathic remedies for seasonal allergies. Want a specific remedy covered? Comment below!

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your naturopathic vitalist and homeopathic doctor, and I’m so excited to share some wonderful news with you today on The Unvaxxed Child!

My brand-new Cell Salts Protocol is finally complete and ready for you. This practical, easy-to-use guide walks you through 1. In depth knowledge on all 12 cell salts and 2. Combination protocols for teething, growing pains, colds, digestive concerns, and everyday family needs. It’s the complete handbook I wish I had when I first started using cell salts.

This is a perfect tool for building your homeopathic medicine cabinet with confidence. Enjoy

New To Cell Salts? Brand new to homeopathy? Cell salts are one of the gentlest, simplest, and most effective ways to begin using homeopathy at home. You’ll feel confident and supported every step of the way. Want this info but not a paid member: Click here to purchase

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If you’re new to homeopathy—or wanting to dive deeper—today is for you. I want to introduce you to one of the gentlest, simplest, and most practical places to begin in homeopathy: Cell Salts.

Today, let’s talk about these cell salts that can easily become one of the key players in your family’s homeopathic medicine cabinet.

Let’s dive in!

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Why Cell Salts Are Perfect for Beginners
Cell salts (also called biochemic remedies or tissue salts) are the perfect gateway into homeopathy. There are only 12 of them—easy to learn, gentle enough for babies and the elderly, and powerful enough for daily use.

They work by supplying the exact mineral deficiencies your body needs at a cellular level, helping restore balance without overwhelming the system. No complicated symptom pictures to memorize. Just match the salt to the main complain and dose it. They’re ideal for building your first homeopathic medicine cabinet because:

• Super safe for all ages (including newborns)

• Inexpensive and long-lasting

• Work beautifully alongside single remedies or on their own

• Perfect for acute issues like teething, colds, tummy troubles, growing pains, and more

What are Cell Salts and Where did they come from?

Cell salts, also known as tissue salts or biochemic remedies, are mineral compounds essential to the body’s cellular function. They were discovered and developed by Dr. Wilhelm Heinrich Schuessler, a German physician and homeopath born in 1821 and active in the late 19th century.

Through meticulous laboratory work using human cremations, Schuessler examined the ashes from various human organs and tissues. He found that, regardless of the cause of death or the individual’s background, the inorganic residue consistently contained the same 12 mineral salts in varying proportions. These salts, he concluded, form the foundational building blocks of human cells and are crucial for maintaining cellular integrity, function, and vitality.

The 12 Cell Salts – An Overview of each cell salt

1. Calcarea Fluorica – Elasticity salt. Strengthens elastic tissues, bones, teeth, and connective tissues. Great for loose ligaments, stretch marks, dental issues, and hard lumps.

2. Calcarea Phosphorica – Bone & teeth salt. Key for bone formation, growth, and nutrition. Builds new cells, aids assimilation of nutrients, supports recovery from illness.Excellent for growing pains, teething, slow growth, and recovery after illness.

3. Calcarea Sulphurica – Pus & skin salt. Purifies blood, heals suppurations, prevents abscess formation after pus has formed. Known as a powerful healer and purifier of the blood; used for infections, pus, and general toxicity; detoxifies, protects organs against moisture/acid, destroys old red blood cells. Helpful for slow-healing wounds, boils, and acne.

4. Ferrum Phosphoricum – Attracts oxygen, supports immunity, reduces inflammation at onset, tones muscles and vessels. Important for oxygenating blood; carries oxygen to all parts of the body; valuable in controlling fever and inflammation; balances iron levels; combats anemia. First-aid & oxygen salt. The go-to for early inflammation, fevers, nosebleeds, and the very first signs of a cold.

5. Kali Muriaticum – Mucus & gland salt. Regulates fibrin, reduces congestion, aids in second stage of inflammation with white exudates. Wonderful for thick white mucus, swollen glands, earaches, and coughs with white phlegm.

6. Kali Phosphoricum – Nerve & brain salt. Nerve tonic, supports brain and nerves, aids energy after illness. Impact on nerves; tranquilizer for irritable tempers, depression, worry, insomnia, anxiety. For exhaustion, anxiety, brain fog, and after-school meltdowns.

7. Kali Sulphuricum – Skin & oxygen salt. Oxygen carrier, heals skin and mucous membranes, good for third stage of inflammation with yellow discharges. For yellow discharges, skin eruptions, and when colds move to the chest.

8. Magnesia Phosphorica – Nerve & muscle salt. Relaxes nerves and muscles, anti-spasmodic, like “homeopathic aspirin.” My favorite for cramps, colic, menstrual pain, and growing pains (works fast with warm water).

9. Natrum Muriaticum – Fluid balance salt. Relaxes nerves and muscles, anti-spasmodic, like “homeopathic aspirin.” For runny nose with clear discharge, emotional upset, headaches, and dryness.

10. Natrum Phosphoricum – Acidity salt. Neutralizes acids, aids digestion, reduces hyperacidity. Antacid in digestion and bodily fluids; for overabundance of acid. Perfect for heartburn, sour reflux, sour-smelling stools, and “sour” kids with tantrums.

11. Natrum Sulphuricum – Liver & fluid salt. Detoxifies, cleanses liver/kidneys, eliminates excess water. Regulates water by absorbing for elimination. Great for damp-weather complaints, head injuries, and loose green stools.

12. Silica – Connective tissue & skin salt. Strengthens connective tissues, expels foreign matter, detoxifies. Provides strength/support. For weak nails, slow-healing wounds, splinters, and boosting immunity in delicate kids.

When any of these minerals are deficient or imbalanced—due to poor diet, stress, illness, or environmental factors—cells malfunction, leading to symptoms of disease. By replenishing these salts in a highly diluted, homeopathic form, they are easily absorbed into cells, restoring balance and promoting self-healing.

These 12 salts cover an amazing amount of everyday family needs—teething, colds, bruises, tummy troubles, stress, and more. They’re gentle, effective, and incredibly forgiving for beginners. Looking for a cell salt kit? Here is one I recommend that is lactose free: Click here

Ready to Go Deeper? If you’re loving this and want dosing charts, combination suggestions, specific protocols for teething, colds, growing pains, immune support, and how to use them with single remedies, my brand-new Cell Salts Protocol is here. It’s the complete handbook I wish I had when I started—everything in one, easy-to-use guide. Click here to purchase

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Let’s Look Ahead: Here is what is coming next:

• My full Cell Salts Protocol dropping soon (very soon!)

• Introduction into classical homeopathy for begginers

• Pregnancy, Delivery, and Beyond

I’m so grateful you’re here! Have you ever used cell salts? Which one is your favorite so far, or which one are you most curious about?

Comment below👇—I read every single one

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

P.S. After we complete our cell salt and homeopathic introduction, you will be on your way to using homeopathy at home. I’m so excited.

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic Doctor and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m absolutely buzzing with joy this week on The Unvaxxed Child!

We’ve had a wave of new subscribers pouring in (hello and huge welcome if that’s you!), so I wanted to drop this fun, light in-between note—just for us. A little reintroduction, some behind-the-scenes magic, and a chance to connect.

After this, we will move on to the next topic, which is Homeopathy: how to get started, and the next protocol to drop is Cell Salts Made Easy: A starter guide for families.

Let’s dive in!

My Quick “Who Am I” Reintro

If you’re new here, I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND—mom of two amazing boys, founder of Red Rock Naturopathic in Sedona, AZ, and a Naturopathic Vitalist who traded a prescription pad for nature’s wisdom over the last 16 years.

My story?

I started in allopathic medical school, got mocked for asking about natural medicine, dropped out, prayed hard, and dreamed of naturopathy (literally!). To learn more about me, check out my first article here.

Trained under Naturopathic legends, I specialize in helping families—especially those who care about health, want to prioritize prevention, like (or would like to) use natural medicine to treat illness, and are educated (or starting to get educated) on the dangers of vaccines and too much pharmaceutical intervention.

I wholeheartedly support families who choose not to vaccinate their children.

We humans thrive with medicine from the earth, such as homeopathy, herbs, and vitalist principles like proper nutrition, the science of fasting, using hot and cold water therapies, sun, open air, and more.

The Unvaxxed Child is my heart project: free newsletters packed with practical, empowering tips for raising healthy kids naturally, and a paid tier for those who want to dive deeper and receive my protocols. It’s a safe space for parents who trust their child’s innate healing power, outside the medical matrix.

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Fun Behind-the-Scenes: My All-Time Favorite Remedy Hack

To keep it light and intriguing, here’s a little secret from my remedy drawer: My absolute favorite “mom hack” is Arnica 30C for everything from playground bumps to indoor falls. Keep one in your purse and one at home (right where you know where it is). The sooner you get it started after an injury/trauma, the better.

About Last Night

The other night, my 5-year-old son fell from our Pikler triangle as he was trying to do a “fancy trick”—a good 2ft feet—and landed on the back of his head. I assessed him and found a huge bump forming; he was crying and scared.

I dosed him Arnica right away but could see the fear in his eyes. I gave him a dose of Aconite. He settled. I repeated Arnica every 15 minutes.

After 4 doses, I gave him a single dose of Natrum sulphuricum. Natrum sulphuricum is like Arnica but specific to head injuries. This was an ultra-preventative method of dosing, but I did not want him to have any complications from head trauma. I then continued Arnica until he went to bed.

The next day, he woke up with no bump, no pain—as if nothing happened. Impossible, I thought—but then I thought, “Thank you, God, for showing me homeopathy.”

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so thrilled to dive deep with you today through The Unvaxxed Child! If you caught Part 1, you know how the Carroll Test flipped my world upside down—unearthing that missing link in my practice and sparking transformations I never thought possible. If you missed it, here is a link to Part 1.

Today, in Part 2, we’re diving into its rich history, the science (or should I say, the art) of how it works, the eye-opening truth about toxemia, and why ditching those incompatible foods isn’t just advice—it’s a revolution for your health. Trust me, by the end, you’ll be itching to uncover your own intolerances. Let’s unlock this together.

The History of Dr. Otis G. Carroll and the Test

Dr. Otis G. Carroll (1879–1962) was one of the most influential naturopathic physicians of the 20th century. Born in the United States, he practiced from 1917 to 1962 in Spokane, Washington, where his clinic became a global hub for healing. Influenced by European Nature-Cure traditions like those of Father Kneipp and Henry Lindlahr, he emphasized clean eating, hydrotherapy, and herbal medicine. Carroll founded a renowned clinic (sanatorium) that drew patients worldwide and mentored legends like Dr. John Bastyr (of Bastyr University) and Dr. Harold Dick.

The Food Intolerance Evaluation was born from desperation: his son Bill suffered chronic illness despite all efforts. Dr. Carroll adapted bioelectronic techniques from Dr. Albert Abrams to create a method identifying foods the body couldn’t metabolize. Testing revealed his son Bill had a fruit intolerance. Thus, eliminating fruit resolved his symptoms and restored his health. This really intrigued Dr. Carroll to keep going, and he is directly responsible for creating what we now call the Carroll Food Intolerance Evaluation (or simply the Carroll Test). Dr. Carroll passed this knowledge down from Naturopathic Doctor to Naturopathic Doctor, passed down orally.

Today, after nearly four-plus generations of Naturopathic Doctors using this test, the test has evaluated nearly half a million patients, through mentors like Dr. Leo Scott, Dr. Harold Dick, Dr. Letitia Dick, and Dr. Jared Zeff. Dr. Harold Dick mentored Dr. Letitia Dick (his daughter) and Dr. Jared Zeff, both of whom are my direct mentors. When you can trace back a lineage of healing, you know you’re in the right direction.

Today, it’s taught at the Carroll Institute of Natural Healing, a nonprofit in Spokane, ensuring this legacy tool remains safely guarded and protected. Dr. O.G. Carroll’s dying wish was to keep the test strictly in the Naturopathic Profession and not to outsource it to other professionals. It was the best way to ensure its authenticity was kept. It is and will always be part of Naturopathic Medicine.

It’s not mainstream—big pharma and cookie-cutter labs don’t touch it—but in my practice? It’s gold. This isn’t some fad; it’s over a century of proven, life-changing insight.

How the Carroll Test Works

It’s simple, non-invasive, and profoundly accurate when done right. Unlike allergy tests (which hunt for immune reactions via IgE or IgG) or sensitivity panels (which can flag temporary issues), the Carroll Test zeroes in on intolerances—genetically determined gaps in your digestion and metabolism. Incompatible foods aren’t broken down properly, leading to fermentation, putrefaction, and toxic metabolites. Think of it as your body’s blueprint: Some foods just don’t compute for you, no matter how “healthy” they seem. The results are thought to be genetic and lifelong.

The Process

We take just 5–10 drops of your blood (a finger prick—easy peasy, even for kids). That sample is sent to the Carroll Institute, and results come back pinpointing your primary intolerance (sometimes a secondary) and a combination of foods. No guesswork, no elimination diets that drag on forever. It’s black and white: Avoid this, and watch your body thrive. In my clinic, I pair it with homeopathy and naturopathy for those that need it, but standalone? It’s a powerhouse.

The test is done once (as intolerances don’t change) and requires specialized training only by Naturopathic Doctors—through the Carroll Institute. It’s empirical, based on clinical efficacy, and has helped resolve everything from chronic immune imbalances, eczema, digestive concerns, joint pains, to headaches and chronic inflammation in my practice. Literally, I have seen it work miracles.

What Is Toxemia?

In naturopathic terms, toxemia isn’t some vague “detox” buzzword; it’s the buildup of toxic wastes when your body’s elimination systems get overwhelmed. Picture your gut as a bustling factory: Foods you can’t digest properly turn into morbid matter—fermenting residues that inflame your intestines, breed dysbiosis (imbalanced gut flora), and leak into your bloodstream via a compromised gut lining (hello, leaky gut). Your emunctories—liver, kidneys, lymph, skin, colon, lungs—work overtime to flush this junk, but if the input outpaces the output? Toxemia sets in.

These toxins target your weakest links—maybe your joints (leading to arthritis), skin (eczema), lungs (asthma), or even your mood (anxiety). It’s why siblings eating the same “clean” diet can have wildly different symptoms: One’s intolerant to dairy, fueling skin woes; another’s potato-grain combo sparks endless infections.

Dr. Carroll said “undigested foods are the root of this internal pollution.” Modern medicine might call it inflammation or microbiome imbalance, but the Old Naturopathic Docs call it toxemia. Clear the toxemia, and the body heals itself.

I’ve seen it in kids especially—their pure systems amplify these effects, resolving any health issues quickly when their food is removed. It’s like flipping a switch.

What Happens When You Eat Intolerant Foods

Intolerant foods bypass proper digestion, fermenting (carbs/sugars) or putrefying (proteins) in the gut, fostering bad bacteria and yeast overgrowth. This produces toxic byproducts—alcohols, acids, gases, amines—leaking into the blood, causing “intestinal toxemia.” The liver tries to neutralize them, but overload leads to circulating toxins inflaming tissues and stressing organs. Short-term symptoms can include bloating, gas, constipation, rashes, fatigue, etc., which over time will lead to long-term symptoms: leaky gut, poor nutrient absorption, immune strain, and chronic disease will set in. In kids, it might show as consistent runny noses, bad gas, recurrent infections, growth issues. “The greater the toxemia, the more persistent the circulating toxins, becoming the basis of chronic inflammation, leading to chronic disease.”

Why Avoiding Incompatible Foods Transforms Health: The Proof in the Healing

Now, the million-dollar question: Why bother? Because avoidance isn’t deprivation—it’s liberation. When you sidestep those foods, you halt the toxemia cycle. Digestion optimizes, inflammation drops, nutrients absorb better, and your body’s innate healing kicks into high gear. No more symptoms; just vitality.

Take a recent case: A vibrant mom with a 5-year-old battling recurrent gut issues such as pain, constipation, and fatigue. Clean living? Check. But the Carroll Test flagged a land meat intolerance. Shocking, right? Meats are “paleo gold,” but for her kiddo? A metabolic mismatch. We shifted to other protein sources such as seafood and dairy, layered in homeopathy for symptom support, and poof—energy soared, tummy troubles vanished, and the child had consistent bowel movements everyday for the first time ever. No more doctor hopping; just a thriving child.

Or the dad with mystery migraines: Egg intolerance uncovered. Ditch eggs (even organic, pasture-raised ones grown by granny), and headaches? Gone. He didn’t need pain meds or fancy scans—just this foundational fix. He didn’t even need a homeopathic remedy in this case.

I’ve run this on hundreds: Asthma eases, eczema clears, focus sharpens, even autoimmune markers improve. Pair it with classics like hydrotherapy or Botanicals? Unstoppable.

For families wanting to take their health to the next level, it’s essential—its pure cause-and-effect. Avoid the culprits, and watch miracles unfold. But here’s the real talk: It’s not about perfection, its about thriving. Test, adjust, thrive.

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That’s a wrap on our Carroll Test deep dive! What revelations hit home for you?

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Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m thrilled to dive deep with you today through The Unvaxxed Child! We’ve been exploring remedies and protocols for seasonal ills, but this week, let’s zoom in on a foundational tool in my practice: the Food Intolerance Evaluation, also known as the Carroll Test.

This isn’t just another test—it’s a game-changer for uncovering hidden digestive roadblocks that could be fueling chronic symptoms in you and your family. In Part 2, I’ll share its fascinating history, how it works, what toxemia really means, and why avoiding those incompatible foods can transform your health. But first...

Let me tell you how I got here.

My Story: The Test That Changed Everything

When I first started practicing, I moved to an unlicensed state for Naturopathic Doctors—one where practicing Naturopathic Medicine is considered a felony. Little did I know, that decision would transform my approach to medicine forever.

I was stripped of all the comforts of licensure: pharmaceuticals, imaging and labs, physical exams, referrals, IV therapy, aesthetics, prolotherapy, PRP, stem cell therapy—everything. I was forced to embrace real, classical Naturopathic Medicine. And honestly? It didn’t bother me. I loved the classical approach—it’s what I practiced and used on myself, relying on proper healthy diets, nutraceuticals, botanicals, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, fasting, mudding, and all the Nature Cure techniques that truly heal the body. But the art of Naturopathic Medicine was fading as more doctors chased modern therapies like pharmaceutical rights and aesthetics. (More on that to come.)

Yet, real Naturopathic Medicine works—I’ve seen it in my first 7 years of practicing it... when done correctly and individualized to the patient. You don’t need all the modern conveniences; you just need to think and formulate properly. I couldn’t stop there—I had seen so much, but was I missing anything?

Seven years into my practice, I was heavily reliant on healthy diets and homeopathy to cure most patients. It worked, but I always felt like something was missing—something big. I sought advice from the Naturopathic elders, those legends who’d been in practice for 50 or 60 years, now approaching 80 or 90. Who knew how much longer they’d be around? I couldn’t let their knowledge die with them. The newer docs weren’t practicing this way anymore. I felt called to be the next generation carrying the torch for real Naturopathic Medicine. So, I jumped in. I went to the trainings. I was on phone constantly listening & learning in aww. I stayed open-minded. And what I discovered? The major key that was missing was...

The Carroll Food Test.

Why hadn’t I known about this? Let me explain. I didn’t learn it in school. I’d heard the name in passing but hadn’t connected the dots. They’d pulled it from the curriculum as schools strived to “keep up with the MD Joneses,” leaving behind some of our medicine’s most powerful tools. They fired the old-school clinic doctors—the ones who could actually heal disease, not just theorize—and replaced them with MDs or “scientists.” Thank goodness most of this happened after I graduated... but the Carroll Test had already been axed. Since then, they’ve cut homeopathy from most programs, opened “pain centers” and robust “IV clinics” in teaching facilities. Antibiotics and steroids became commonplace because “we have prescription rights,” but really, it was a crutch for sloppy protocols. Classical Naturopathic Medicine was dying. Homeopathy had been my first clinical savior—little did I know the Carroll Test would be my second! (Otherwise, I might have been forced into aesthetics or fancy IVs myself.)

Nothing prepared me for the “aha” moment when I first learned about the Carroll Test. It felt like unlocking a secret door to healing—suddenly, all those puzzling cases made sense. I remember testing a patient with chronic joint pain. Homeopathy helped, but symptoms kept returning and we could not figure out why. Her results showed an egg intolerance. After she avoided eggs, her pain vanished—for good (unless she slipped up). She didn’t even need homeopathy for her joints anymore; she just needed this therapeutic diet.

That sparked my obsession. I ran the test on every patient I could, and the results blew my mind. Before this, homeopathy had rocked my world. Now this? It forced me to rethink every clinical case. Don’t get me wrong—homeopathy is still a top-priority tool for healing. But now, I place it side by side with the Carroll Test. This food evaluation became the foundational piece: implement it in the diet first, then layer on therapies like homeopathy to finish the job and achieve true cure.

One desperate mom brought in her unvaccinated toddler, plagued by endless ear infections and eczema. They’d done everything “right”—clean eating, healthy living—but the baby was still suffering. Homeopathy cured the ear infections, but the skin issues lingered. Eczema would fade with a remedy tweak, only to return, starting the cycle over. The test revealed a dairy and potato-grain combo intolerance. We adjusted her diet and continued the homeopathic remedy; her skin cleared and stayed clear! In fact, we never needed homeopathy for her skin again. Yes, homeopathy shines as a standalone, but combining it with this? It’s pure magic.

Fast-forward to my current practice: I’ve used this test on hundreds of patients, replicating incredible results. I put them on a therapeutic diet and prescribe the remedy that matches their symptoms. It’s like watching miracles unfold—easy, simple, profound. Some get supplements, herbs, hydrotherapy or more... but everyone gets the food test and a remedy.

Food can be medicine or toxin, and this knowledge is some of the most powerful you can uncover about yourself. For some, dairy—especially raw dairy—is deeply therapeutic. For others, it’s a slow poison. Dairy, eggs, potatoes, fruits, meats—these are all health foods, but are they for you? Discovering and (mostly) eliminating your intolerances is key to achieving and maintaining optimal health. I’ve seen it time and time again. Avoiding them puts your body in its prime state.

Coming Next: Part 2

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We’ve been deep in remedies for flu, coughs, and aches, but today let’s talk about something every homeopathy-loving parent eventually asks: “When is it time to get a full homeopathic kit, and which one should I choose?”

If homeopathy is becoming your go-to (or a big part of your family’s health), a kit is a game-changer.

Let’s dive in!

My Story: The Day I Got My First Kit

I was in naturopathic medical school when I got my first homeopathic kit—a man in my class did a group order for a 200c 100-remedy kit. I will never forget the power that landed in my hands the first time I held it. It felt like Christmas morning and winning the medicine lottery all at once. I opened that box of 100 little glass vials—Arnica, Belladonna, Nux vomica, and more—all at my fingertips. There was so much medicine all in one little kit—I felt more prepared than ever. I felt like I’d been handed the keys to real healing any time, any place.

That kit is still with me today—although I have since upgraded many kits—but occasionally I still find myself opening up that green kit and looking for a remedy.

A Mom’s Story: Her First Kit Moment

One of my favorite patient stories is from a new mom who discovered homeopathy when her baby had colic that nothing touched. I prescribed Colocynthis—the baby calmed in minutes, and her bad days turned to good days. It changed her overall demeanor and went from a miserable babe to a happy one. She emailed me: “This is magic!”

A couple of months later, she showed up grinning, proudly holding her brand-new 36-remedy Helios kit. “I’m all in,” she said. “No more waiting for the store to open or for a shipment.”

That kit became her lifeline—teething, fevers, bumps, tummy bugs. She told me later it gave her the same rush I felt that moment in school- total confidence in having the right tools at your fingertips whenever needed.

It’s a big deal, that first kit moment. So let’s go over when it might be time to start considering a kit.

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When It’s Time to Invest in a Homeopathic Kit

Homeopathy starts small—one remedy at a time—but if it’s becoming an integral part of your family’s health (especially for holistic families relying on natural support), a kit is worth it.

Signs it’s time:

• You’re using remedies regularly for acute issues (fevers, coughs, injuries).

• You don’t want to wait for the store to open or a shipment to arrive, especially for acute issues.

• Homeopathy is your primary or major tool for wellness, not just occasional.

• You’re ready to deepen your learning with a broader range on hand.

There is also a time in an acute case where you need to start a remedy STAT and not wait 8 hours for the store to open. Homeopathy can turn the case around in that time! Injuries—you need to start remedies quickly. Basically, the more acute and severe, the quicker you need to have the remedies dosed. What better way to have this access than to have a kit?

The day you realize how quickly a remedy can help during a major or minor acute illness/injury is the day you will understand the need for a kit. For some, it’s just a kit; for others, it’s a lifeline to recovery.

Which Kit Is Best for You? There are great options out there—here are my top recommendations, from beginner to advanced:

• Boiron Kits (Great Starter): Affordable, widely available (pharmacies, Amazon). Their 32 6 & 30C are perfect for new parents—common remedies like Arnica, Belladonna, Aconite. Easy tubes, reliable quality, great storage . Best for: Beginners dipping toes in, or travel kits. Link Here

  

• Helios Kits (Classic & Compact): From one of the best homeopathic pharmacies in the world. UK-made, high-quality 36-remedy kits in 30c. Small vials, excellent for home or travel. Known for purity and traditional preparation. Best for: Families wanting a trusted, no-frills kit with everyday remedies. Link Here

  

• My Curated Multi-Potency Kit: I curated this for my patients when my previous favorite 100-remedy kit went into retirement. I couldn’t find one I liked that had everything I needed, so I hand-selected 100 remedies in multiple potencies (30c + 200c). The more common the remedy, the more likely I included two potencies. I love this kit, but it’s not for the beginner. You are ready when you realize the difference between having 32 remedies versus 100. Includes: Keynotes for each remedy as well as my First Aid booklet, both of which fit into the case for travel options. Best for: Serious homeopathy users who want potency options for layered cases. Link Here

  

Kit Advice:

1. It’s safe and effective for the whole family especially kids.

2. Store in a cool, dark place away from strong smells and phones.

3. Start with 30c or 200c for most acute needs.

4. Consider a 100 remedy kit for home and a smaller kit for travel.

Why This Matters: A homeopathic kit puts that power in your hands—ready for injuries, coughs, flu, shock, at a moment’s notice.

What’s Coming Next: Deep dive into the Food Intolerance Test and why I cant shut up about it.

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Let’s Build Your Medicine Cabinet! A natural medicine cabinets foundational item is a homeopathic kit. Let’s invest in this first and we will continue to build around it.

I’m so grateful you’re here! Do you have a homeopathic kit yet? Comment below with your favorite remedies or questions about starting one—I’d love to connect! .

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Today, I’m breaking down a new homeopathic remedy that is really commonly prescribed for the flu. It pairs well with last week’s lesson on the Bryonia–Rhus tox–Gelsemium breakdown. Learning the different ways the “flu” can present is fascinating and will help you pick the best remedy. If you missed it, all of these homeopathic remedies and others are covered in my in depth flu protocol—click here.

Number 1 remedy for every “bone feels broken”: Eupatorium perfoliatum, the classic “boneset” remedy

Let’s dive in!

A recent case: The Flu That Felt Like “Bones were Broken”

Just last week, I took a case for a patient who was suffering with the flu. She had tried Rhus tox and Bryonia with no change, got tired of working on her own case, and decided to call me.

So I took the case: Extreme pain—moaning pain—and she described it as if “my bones are breaking” and “everything hurts so deep.” She had chills running up her spine, thirst for cold drinks, and couldn’t find any comfortable position. I prescribed Eupatorium 30C.

Within hours, the bone-deep pain eased, the chills stopped, and she was able to finally sleep. She napped for over 4 hours! By the next day, she was 70% better, up and moving—no longer in agony. She had slept all night. I reminded her to rest until she was fully better (to prevent a relapse) and continued to follow up. She was back to herself by day 3, and we never even went up in potency. A great case!

Eupatorium Perfoliatum: Materia Medica & Keynotes for Flu

Eupatorium perfoliatum (boneset) is a North American wildflower famous in Native American and early American medicine for “breaking” fevers by causing profuse sweat—hence the name “boneset” for its legendary relief of deep bone pains.

In homeopathy, it’s the go-to for influenza with intense, bone-breaking aches, as if the bones are dislocated or beaten.

The Classic Picture
The child (or adult) feels utterly miserable with deep, aching pains in the bones, muscles, and back—often describing it as “my bones are broken” or “I feel like I’ve been run over.” Chills run up and down the spine, with high fever and perspiration. There could also be headache with soreness in the eyeballs and restlessness from the pain. The cough is hoarse, with soreness in the chest—holding the chest during coughing brings relief. Symptoms often start after exposure to damp cold or after a fever breaks. The patient feels better after a good sweat.

Keynotes

• Bone-breaking aches: Deep pain in bones (especially back, limbs, eyeballs) as if broken or bruised—worse motion, better rest.

• Chills with thirst: Violent chills up the back, thirst for cold drinks even during chills.

• Soreness and restlessness: Feels sore all over, restless from pain, but motion doesn’t relieve (unlike Rhus tox).

• Hoarse cough with chest soreness: Cough hurts the chest; child holds it—worse lying on back.

• Periodic symptoms: Pains or chills come in waves, periodic.

How to Dose & Follow Up
30C potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue every 1–3 hours while bone pain and chills are intense (up to 4–6 doses/day). Space out as relief comes—stop when markedly better.

Pair with rest, hydration, and warmth. Reassess in 24 hours. If aches shift to stiffness, consider Rhus tox. If heaviness sets in, Gelsemium. If no change after 3–4 doses or worsening (high fever >103°F, breathing issues), consult your practitioner.

Eupatorium is a hero for the flu—it cuts severity and duration dramatically when matched right. For the full flu picture with 10+ remedies, grab my Flu protocol here.

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Bone Aches! We’re conquering flu season one remedy at a time, and I’m so grateful you’re here! Have you tried Eupatorium for the “broken bones” flu? Comment below with your story or a question—I’d love to connect!

Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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Thank you for loving my flu protocol—sent out last week. For those who missed it click here! Flu season is here, and the #1 thing parents tell me is the flu scares them (similar to a cough scare) because the aches and pains can be so severe. It is hard to see our children in pain.

I am here to tell you that homeopathy can be so useful in times like these. It can work quickly. If you can properly match the correct flu picture to the remedy- the aches and pains will vanish and proper rest and recovery will unfold.

Today I’m pulling back the curtain on the three most common remedies I use when flu brings those deep, miserable body aches: Bryonia, Rhus Tox, and Gelsemium.

I’ll give you the exact clues to tell them apart, how to dose, and what to look for—so you can pick the right one fast. (For the full flu protocol with herbs, hydrotherapy, and more click here!)

My Clinical Case: 1 Family, 3 different flu cases

Last winter, I had an interesting situation where I had a family with 3 kids who all had the flu. While it would have been convenient to lump them into one case, I am so glad I didn’t bc I prescribed 3 different remedies!

The oldest child had woke up at 2 a.m. burning hot, moaning that “every bone hurts.” When the mother called me the following morning to take the case, he wouldn’t move a muscle, even to shift his pillow. Classic Bryonia. One dose of Bryonia 30C and he was out cold—by afternoon the aches were 80% gone.

The youngest child came next-Same fever, but he was restless, tossing and turning, begging to have his legs rubbed because “they feel better when I move.” That’s Rhus Tox. A few doses and he was up building forts again.

3rd case was the middle child—total heaviness, droopy eyelids, no thirst, just wanted to sleep. He had been the easiest one bc he had just been sleeping for almost 2 days at this point. But mom was getting worried. Gelsemium all the way.

That’s the magic of homeopathy.. Three different kids, three different flu pictures, three perfect remedies. It is so individualized that even when the same family gets sick- they might all get different remedies.

Let’s break it down so you can do the same.

The Flu Aches Trio: How to Choose in 30 Seconds: All three cover the classic “I feel like I got hit by a truck” flu aches, but the clues are in the details.

Bryonia alba – “Don’t touch me, don’t move me”
The child who is worse from the slightest motion—even turning the head on the pillow hurts. They want to lie perfectly still, often on the painful side. Irritable, wants to be left alone, very thirsty for large, cold drinks. Dry mouth, dry cough, stitching pains.
Key phrase you’ll hear: “Just leave me alone”, “everything hurts when I move.”
Dose: 30C every 1–3 hours while symptoms are intense, then space out as better.

Rhus toxicodendron – “I’m stiff but better when I keep moving”
Aches with restlessness and stiffness—feels like they’ve been beaten with sticks. Much better from continued motion, warm applications, or a hot shower. Worse first motion after rest (like getting out of bed), worse cold. You will often see your child trying to sleep but is extremely restless. They have a desire to be still but cant bc they are so uncomfortable.
Key phrase you’ll hear: “I just want to live in the hot shower?” or “I can’t get comfortable.”
Dose: 30C every 1–3 hours while restless, then less often as motion eases pain.

Gelsemium sempervirens – “Heavy, droopy, and half-asleep”
The “dull, dizzy, droopy” flu. Eyelids heavy, limbs feel like lead, no thirst, chills up and down the spine, trembling weakness. Wants to be left quietly. They are so tired they can not hold there head up. They sleep all day.
Key phrase you’ll hear: “I just want to sleep” or “silence—they’re too tired to complain”.
Dose: 30C every 1-3 hours while drowsy and heavy, then taper as energy returns.

Quick cheat-sheet

• Won’t move at all → Bryonia

• Can’t stop moving → Rhus Tox

• Can’t stay awake → Gelsemium

These three cover 70-80 % of flu aches in my practice. If none of these fit perfectly, my full flu protocol has more homeopathic remedies to learn and choose from. Click here to get access.

Why This Matters: Flu aches are the body screaming for rest and support—and the right remedy turns days of misery into hours of relief.

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With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

P.S. Next week: Eupatorium perfoliatum—the “boneset” remedy for when flu feels like every bone is broken. Have you used it? Comment below!

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic Doctor and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Thank you for loving all the drops we did on Coughs. The feedback I have received is so heart warming. I love helping all you mamas (and papas) out. I take so many cough cases during the winter months and I am so happy to help you to cure the case and be your families ultimate Dr. Mom.

As Thanksgiving day arrives, with all its delicious feasts and family joy, let’s talk about overindulging in food. We often go all in on the turkey, pies, and sides, but our bodies can use a little natural support to keep things balanced.

Let’s dive in!

Thanksgiving Tips: Enjoy Without the Overload: Thanksgiving is about gratitude and gathering, but overindulging can leave us feeling heavy and miserable. Here are gentle ways to stay balanced:

• Watch Portions: Fill half your plate with protein & veggies like greens or roasted roots for fiber and nutrients. Start with small servings of richer foods—your body will thank you for avoiding that instant stuffed feeling.

• Take a break before you go back for seconds: Your body will remind you how full it is already if you listen.

• Drink Plenty of Water: Today especially. Dehydration paired with overeating can cause the bowels to back up. We want to assist our body in releasing all the excess food that was indulged in that day. Add a squeeze of lemon for digestion support—it helps flush toxins and keeps things moving.

• Digestive Enzymes: These are game-changers for heavy meals. Choose a broad-spectrum blend with all enzymes combined such as amylase for carbs (like pie crust or stuffing), glucoamlyase for gluten sensitivity, lipase for fats (think buttery sides), and protease for proteins (turkey time!). If you have gallbladder issues or trouble with fat breakdown, opt for one with ox bile—it mimics natural bile to break down fats efficiently. Take 1–2 capsules before meals; it eases bloating and fullness without overwhelming your system. If you dont remember to take it before hand, no worries you can easily take it after if you over indulged. It will help I promise.

• Slow walks after meals: This is the best tip I can give. After your meal (or meals), take a walk. It should be slowed pace and about 5-15 min (totally doable). This will help your body process the food and prevent that feeling of over stuffed and stagnated.

Homeopathic Remedies for Overindulgence: Homeopathy shines for post-feast discomfort, matching remedies to symptoms like nausea or bloating.

For parents new to homeopathy, observe the full picture and dose 30c potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue (for kids over 2, consult your practitioner for younger ones). Repeat every 1–2 hours if needed, then space out as better—stop when improved. Here are top remedies, with keynotes to make it easy:

• Nux Vomica 30c: For overindulgence in food or alcohol; hangover-like nausea, irritability, constipation, and sensitivity to noise/smells. Keynotes: Worse morning or after eating, better warm drinks; for grumpy, overstuffed kids who overdid the sweets.

• Carbo Vegetabilis 30c: For bloating with gas and belching after heavy meals; cold, weak digestion with air hunger. Keynotes: Better fanning or open air, worse tight clothes; for exhausted kids with distended bellies from rich foods.

• Pulsatilla 30c: For changeable indigestion with nausea from fatty foods; weepy, clingy child craving sympathy. Keynotes: Better open air, worse warm rooms/evening; for emotional eaters with no thirst and loose stools.

• Lycopodium 30c: For bloating and gas right after eating, better passing gas. Keynotes: Worse 4–8 p.m., better warm drinks/motion; for kids with liverish symptoms and craving sweets but intolerant to them.

• Arsenicum Album 30C: For burning stomach pain from spoiled food; restless anxiety with thirst for small sips. Keynotes: Worse midnight, better warmth; for fearful kids with vomiting and diarrhea after overeating.

• Sulphur 30C: For burning eructations and diarrhea after rich meals; hot, itchy skin with aversion to baths. Keynotes: Worse heat/bed, better fresh air; for messy, philosophical kids with chronic digestive woes.

Most Important: Enjoy your time this weekend and remember- put the devices away and be in the moment with family and friends. It is times like these we never forget (unless our heads are stuffed in a tech box).

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

P.S. Stay tuned for next week’s drop on my Flu Protocol. Want a specific topic covered? Comment below!

I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your naturopathic vitalist and homeopathic doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Today, let’s address pneumonia—that deep lung infection that can develop especially after a cold or illness. Today, I’ll share a story from my practice, break down what pneumonia looks and sounds like, and highlight 10 common homeopathic remedies with keynotes and dosing.

Pneumonia is a serious condition, especially in immunocompromised, elderly, and young children. Do not mess around with this condition. If a lung issue develops into pneumonia, you must act quickly. If it is out of your comfort level, I highly suggest working with a professional doctor for best results. Of course—go to urgent care, your primary care, or the ER if needed. This is not medical advice. This is for educational purposes only.

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My Story: Easing a Pneumonia Episode

Last winter, a mom called in tears—her 5-year-old had spiked a 103°F fever after a lingering cold. She was worried. Taking the case, he had the following symptoms: rattling breaths, sharp chest pain on inhalation, dry lips, a painful cough, really thirsty for cold drinks, and irritability where he wanted to lie perfectly still.

I prescribed Bryonia 30C. I advised rest, veggie broths and/or bone broth, echinacea tincture, and some supplements—high-dose vitamin A and vitamin D for 2 days only.

By 24 hours later, the fever dipped to 99°F, and the cough loosened slightly—mom reported, “He’s sitting up without wincing!” We continued. At 72 hours, the rattle was gone, energy returned, and he was asking for playtime. The cough was fully gone by day 6—no antibiotics needed, just his body’s life force flowing free.

I have hundreds of cases like this: a type of “illness” that most people would say “it’s time for antibiotics.” While that might be true for some cases, with my patient population, I’m quite confident in using natural medicine—even for the more severe situations. I know I can rely on God’s medicine to heal and cure. The Unvaxxed Child is here to share that empowerment with you, helping build your confidence as mothers and fathers so that when illness strikes, you feel confident in how you want to address it.

What Pneumonia Looks and Sounds Like

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs’ air sacs (alveoli), caused by bacteria (like pneumococcus), viruses, or fungi, leading to inflammation and fluid buildup. It often follows a cold or flu.

Early signs: high fever (over 102°F), chills, rapid breathing, and fatigue. As it progresses, look for chest pain (worse with deep breaths), cough with rusty or green phlegm, grunting or wheezing, and blue lips in severe cases.

It sounds like crackling or rattling in the lungs (rales on stethoscope), with a productive cough that’s wet and bubbly, or dry and painful in viral types. Kids may hold their side, refuse to move, or have a flushed face with sweating.

Children can recover robustly with supportive care like rest, hydration, proper nutrition, botanicals, and homeopathic remedies to ease symptoms and support drainage, emphasizing the body’s natural healing without suppression.

Homeopathy to the rescue

For new parents, homeopathy matches the full picture (fever, cough type, what makes it worse, what makes it better, thirst, mood, etc.).

Dosing: 30C potency, 1–2 pellets under the tongue (for kids over 2; consult your practitioner for younger ones). Repeat every 2–4 hours until better—stop when improved.

Follow up: In 24–48 hours; if no change, worsening fever, or breathing distress, seek professional care immediately. Track symptoms in a journal to guide the next remedy.

Here are 10 common homeopathic remedies for pneumonia with keynotes to help you choose:

• Aconite 30C: Sudden onset after cold exposure; dry cough with high fever, restlessness, and thirst for cold drinks. Keynotes: First 24 hours, flushed face, worse warmth; stops inflammation early if caught soon.

• Antimonium Tartaricum 30C: Rattling mucus in lower lungs that won’t come up, with weakness, drowsiness, and pale face. Keynotes: Loose, bubbly cough, better sitting up; for late-stage pneumonia with exhaustion and chest heaviness.

• Belladonna 30C: Sudden, violent onset with high fever, throbbing headache, and dry, barking cough. Keynotes: Flushed red face, dilated pupils, worse light/noise; for hot, inflammatory pneumonia with delirium or sensitivity.

• Bryonia Alba 30C: Dry, hard cough with stitching chest pain; child wants to lie still, worse any motion. Keynotes: Thirst for large cold drinks, irritability, dry mouth/throat; for painful, dry pneumonia aggravated by movement.

• Ferrum Phosphoricum 30C: Early inflammation with slight fever, dry cough, and flushed cheeks; no great pain yet. Keynotes: First stage, raw throat, better cold applications; for capillary bronchitis leading to pneumonia.

• Ipecacuanha 30C: Persistent cough with nausea/vomiting, clean tongue despite sickness; loose rattle in chest. Keynotes: Suffocating cough, pale face, worse warm room; for pneumonia with gastric upset or constant nausea.

• Phosphorus 30C: Tight chest with burning pains and bloody sputum; bright, thirsty child craving cold drinks. Keynotes: Worse lying left side, anxiety about death, hemorrhage risk; for nervous, sensitive kids with lung oppression.

• Pneumococcinum 30C: Nosode from pneumococcus; covers the full bacterial picture with fever, cough, and consolidation. Keynotes: Prophylactic after exposure; thick yellow sputum, pleuritic pain; for recurrent or stubborn pneumonia.

• Pulsatilla 30C: Loose cough with yellow-green mucus, changeable symptoms, and weepy/clingy child. Keynotes: Better open air, worse warmth/evening, craves sympathy; for emotional kids with wandering chest pains.

• Carbo Vegetabilis 30C (common addition): Weakness with cold breath and desire for fanning; rattling cough with blue face. Keynotes: Collapse stage, air hunger, belching relieves; for advanced pneumonia with cyanosis and exhaustion.

Homeopathic medicine can turn the case around rather quickly. If it is not working, switch to the next remedy. If you are unsure of what to do, contact a homeopathic doctor.

What’s Coming Next Month: November is Flu month!

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Wrapping up Lung season! Here is to health!

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic (Vitalistic) and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m thrilled to share this week’s free newsletter with you through The Unvaxxed Child!

Thank you for loving my last couple of protocol on fevers and coughs—the feedback I’ve been getting is just what I envisioned: Real information helping real families remove fear from their lives and empowering them with natural medicine, especially homeopathy!

I released my detailed Cough Protocol, which is the foundation for all coughs—no matter the diagnosis, like RSV, bronchitis, croup, whooping cough, pneumonia, and more. If you’re looking for a good place to start on how to manage coughs at home, begin here. For paid subscribers, it’s automatically sent at a discounted rate. You can also purchase it as a one-time offer CLICK HERE.

For the rest of the month of October, I want to continue to dive deep into the different types of coughs and provide some homeopathic remedies specific to that type of cough. When it’s all wrapped up, you’ll have received my detailed Cough Protocol plus a series of different homeopathic coughs and remedies. You’ll surely be on your way to healing your child’s cough.

Today, let’s focus on whooping cough—that relentless, spasmodic cough so many kids face.

Let’s dive in!

My Story: Soothing a Whooping Spasm:

Last February, a mom brought her 4-year-old to me after two months of relentless whooping cough. She had been to her primary pediatrician, the ER twice, urgent care, and had tried antibiotics, steroids, inhalers, herbs, and vitamins—to which nothing worked.

Her mom reached out in pure desperation, not realizing that this is likely the only medicine that would actually cure it.

It was the classic pertussis picture: violent paroxysms leaving him blue-faced and gasping for air, waking at night suffocative, often ending in vomiting. I started with Ipecacuanha 30C for the constant spasms with nausea/vomiting. I paired it with rest, hydration, and hydrotherapy.

I followed up in 24 hours and again 72 hours. By 24 hours, a clear shift had been made—although he was still coughing, it was less intense, he had not vomited, and he got better sleep, only waking three times instead of all night. By 72 hours, he slept through the night, and the cough was about 80% better. We clearly were on the right path.

I increased the potency about day 7 because it had stopped improving. By the end of week two, his cough was gone, and he was playing again—no endless nights, just his body’s life force reclaiming balance. The mom was astounded. “You mean we went through all this, and what we needed was you and a homeopathic remedy?” I replied, “This is very common. You have to understand and respect the deep healing that homeopathy can offer to make it your first choice of medicine instead of your last.” From this point forward, the mom made homeopathy her first choice of medicine—Good Choice!

What Pertussis Looks and Sounds Like

Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a contagious bacterial infection (Bordetella pertussis) that starts with mild cold-like symptoms—runny nose, low fever, and a gentle cough—in the catarrhal stage (1–2 weeks). (If the child’s vitality is strong and healthy, then the contagion won’t be able to touch the healthy child. The term “contagious” is relevant to each individual’s terrain and vitality.)

Then comes the paroxysmal stage: sudden, violent coughing fits of 10–20 spasms, each ending in a high-pitched “whoop” gasp for air as the child struggles to breathe. It can often be accompanied by vomiting, red face, bulging eyes, and exhaustion. The cough itself can sound like a barking, choking cough, often worse at night, and can last 4–6 weeks. It can be “difficult” to treat, especially from an allopathic perspective.

The convalescent stage brings gradual recovery, but this can take time. The length of time of such intense coughing can take a toll on the body. Total outcome for pertussis can be months! But I’m here to tell you differently. It doesn’t have to be this way—the quicker you get homeopathy on board, the shorter the duration of the cough.

A short note on treating coughs yourself: While this newsletter is here to guide you, it can often feel like you have no idea what you’re doing—this is expected and normal. Coughs can be tricky to treat, and while you might be able to find a remedy sometimes, sometimes you also might need professional help and that is okay.

For those new to homeopathy: The goal is to match the full picture of the cough: type, timing, mood, what makes it better, what makes it worse, position, everything to the best-fitting remedy.

Dose 30C potency: 1–2 pellets under the tongue (for kids over 2; consult your practitioner for younger ones). Repeat every 1–2 hours during acute fits (up to 3–4 doses within a 6–8 hour window), then space out as symptoms improve—stop when better.

Follow up: Reassess in 24–48 hours; if no change or worsening, seek professional care. Track symptoms in a journal to guide the next remedy.

Here are 12 common homeopathic remedies for pertussis, with more keynotes to help you choose:

• Pertussinum 30C: Nosode from pertussis toxin; covers the full whooping picture with spasms, whoop, vomiting, and exhaustion. Keynotes: Prophylactic after exposure; sudden paroxysms with cyanosis and mucus expulsion. Great for prevention or early catarrhal stage.

• Aconite 30C: For sudden onset after cold wind exposure; dry, barking cough with high fever, restlessness, and fear. Keynotes: First 24 hours, thirsty for cold drinks, worse warmth; stops progression if caught early.

• Antimonium Tartaricum 30C: Rattling mucus that won’t come up, with weakness and sleepiness; loose cough with chest heaviness. Keynotes: Later stage with bubbly phlegm, pale face, better sitting up; for exhausted kids who can’t cough it out.

• Bryonia Alba 30C: Dry, painful cough with stitching chest pain; child wants to lie still, worse motion or talking. Keynotes: Thirst for large cold drinks, irritability, dry mouth; for dry paroxysms aggravated by movement.

• Cuprum Metallicum 30C: Cramp-like spasms with blue face, clenched fists, and whooping; cough ends in convulsion. Keynotes: Worse at night or suppressed emotions, better cold drinks or pressure; for rigid, violent fits with abdominal cramps.

• Drosera 30c: Violent, spasmodic coughs with deep bursts and whoop; dry tickle in larynx. Keynotes: Worse lying down or after midnight, bloody sputum, holds chest during fits; top remedy for whooping-like paroxysms.

• Hepar Sulph 30c: Sensitive, loose cough with pus-like mucus and splinter pains in throat; extreme chilliness. Keynotes: Worse cold air/drafts, irritable and touchy child; for later stages with suppuration or if Spongia doesn’t resolve.

• Ipecac 30c: Spasmodic, suffocative cough with gagging, nausea, and vomiting; loose rattling mucus in chest that won’t expel, child stiffens and turns blue. Keynotes: Worse warmth and motion, persistent nausea unrelieved by vomiting; for early catarrhal stage with choking fits or if Drosera fails to ease spasms.

• Phosphorus 30c: Dry, tight cough with chest oppression and easy bruising; bright, thirsty child. Keynotes: Worse lying left side or talking, craves cold drinks/ice cream; for sensitive kids with burning pains and hemorrhage risk.

• Pulsatilla 30c: Loose, productive cough with yellow-green mucus; changeable symptoms, weepy child. Keynotes: Better open air, worse warmth or evening, craves sympathy and cool drinks; for emotional kids with wandering pains.

• Spongia Tosta 30c: Dry, hoarse cough like croup in larynx; sensation of dryness or plug in throat. Keynotes: Worse lying down or swallowing, better warm drinks or pressure; for hoarse whooping with anxiety and heat rising to head.

• Rumex Crispus 30c: Tickling cough worse in cold air or uncovering neck; rawness from larynx to chest. Keynotes: Dry, exhausting cough with stitching pains, better warm room; for wind-triggered paroxysms with scraping sensation.

There is so much information on coughs to share. Here is a step-by-step guide to get the most out of this info:

1. Become a paid subscriber for access to the full Cough Protocol (and all protocols). This is the foundation to any and all coughs.

2. Find which cough your child most likely has—croup, whooping, etc. Find the corresponding newsletter to really get the specific details.

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Let’s Soothe Those coughs! We’re conquering cough season together, and I’m so grateful you’re here! Have you tried Drosera or Pertussinum for whooping cough? Comment below with your experience or a story about a remedy that brought relief—I’d love to connect!

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

P.S. Wrapping up coughs. Stay tuned for next week’s newsletter on Pneumonia.

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I’m Dr. Jennifer Tice, your Naturopathic and Homeopathic Doctor, and I’m so excited to connect with you again on The Unvaxxed Child!

Thank you for loving my last protocol on fevers—the feedback I’ve been getting is just what I envisioned: real information helping real families.

I just released my detailed Cough Protocol, which is the foundation for all coughs—no matter the diagnosis, like RSV, bronchitis, croup, whooping cough, pneumonia, and more. If you’re looking for a good place to start on how to manage coughs at home, begin here. For paid subscribers, it’s automatically sent at a discounted rate. You can also purchase it as a one time offer here.

For the month of October, I want to dive deep into the different types of coughs and provide some homeopathic remedies specific to that type of cough. When it’s all wrapped up, you’ll have received my detailed Cough Protocol plus a series of different homeopathic coughs and remedies. You’ll surely be on your way to healing your child’s cough.

Today, let’s focus on croup—that scary, barking cough so many kids get. Let’s dive in!

Homeopathy for Croup: The Trio and More

Croup is characterized by labored and suffocative breathing, a persistent and troublesome cough, most often seen in young children, and is associated with laryngeal spasms or a membranous deposit on the larynx. Breathing may show an irregular, bumpy-like rhythm called stridor, and the child may appear quite anxious, fearful, or panicked.

The barking, seal-like cough is from swollen airways and is often caused by viruses, cold air, allergies, or emotions/stress. The cough is typically worse at night and accompanied by stridor (noisy breathing) and restlessness. It can be scary for the child but especially for you, the parent.

Homeopathy has great success addressing croupy coughs, so let’s go over that now.

The Classic Trio for Croup Stages: Think of croup in three phases, each with its hero remedy. The stage at which you catch the croup will determine what remedy you need and how quickly we expect it to turn around. There’s also an old homeopathic way by Dr. Boenninghausen on exact dosing to address croup—I’ll share that with you.

Stage 1: Sudden Onset (Aconite 30C): This is always the first remedy for the beginning of croup. The child suddenly wakes out of sleep with that barking cough. The child may also have a high fever, anxiety, and a dry, barking cough that is sudden onset in the middle of the night. The breathing is loud, especially the inspiratory effort. This stage will be within those first 12–24 hours, where you start hearing a cough while they are sleeping, and you can tell something is off. Get started right away, and you might prevent a full-on illness. You can dose if awakened with a cough.

Stage 2: Dry and Hoarse (Spongia 30C): This cough is the stage after Aconite. The breathing is harsh, making a sound like a saw going through wood or a seal bark. There is hoarseness with the cough. The child may grasp his throat when waking up at night from sleep. At this point, the cough has little expectoration, making the chest feel tight. It can look like the child is breathing through a sponge. Symptoms may be worse before or around midnight.

Stage 3: Sensitive and Loose (Hepar Sulph 30C): This is the third remedy that follows Spongia if it was not caught on time. The cough is worse in the morning but can also wake the child up with the cough at night. The cough will be loose and rattling, but little expectoration is made. The cough is worse with cold air and better in warm, humid air. The child is sensitive to touch and overall not well.

BOENNINGHAUSEN’S TRIO: This is the protocol by a famous homeopath, Dr. Clemens Maria Franz Freiherr von Bönninghausen. Boenninghausen was a lawyer, Dutch and Prussian civil servant, agriculturalist, botanist, physician, and pioneer in the field of homeopathy.

The protocol is required to be taken in a certain order: Aconite—Aconite—Spongia—Spongia—Hepar. Protocol from The Lesser Writings by O. F. Boenninghausen: “Treatment of Membranous Croup.”

1. ​Give Aconite 200 first, this is the first remedy to take from this trio.

2. Wait and if necessary, give another dose in 2 hours.

3. After 2 hours, give Spongia 200 if needed.

4. Repeat Spongia 200 after 3 hours if needed

5. If cough returns and does not change, move to Hepar S 200

This sequence can happen in one night, over a few nights, or repeated for several nights. It should improve immediately, and each night it should get better.

More Remedies for Croup: If the trio doesn’t quite fit, these cover variations:

• Bryonia: Dry cough that is very painful. Holds chest during cough. Cough is worse with movement of any kind. Mouth is dry, and cough is better with large amounts of cold drinks. There could be head pain during cough.

• Phosphorus: For dry, tight coughs with chest oppression and burning during cough. Cannot talk due to pain in larynx. Cough is better, and they crave ice-cold drinks despite the chill. Recommended for croup with a hoarse, croupy cough that is accompanied by a sensation of burning and tightness in the chest. There is trembling with the cough. The child may be fearful and seek comfort and reassurance.

• Sambucus:Recommended for croup with a suffocating sensation and difficulty in breathing, particularly at night. The child may wake up suddenly gasping for air. The cough comes on around midnight.

• Ipecac: This is indicated for croup with a cough that has lots of mucus and is suffocative. Can be accompanied by persistent nausea or vomiting. The child may have difficulty in breathing and may be pale. The child may vomit mucus at the end of the cough.

Homeopathic Tips and Dosing:

1. Observe your child’s picture (cough sound, timing, mood, position, drinking, eating etc…anything that sets the cough off).

2. Choose the remedy that matches these symptoms the closest, chose the potency (6, 30, 200c are most common), and dose 1–2 pellets under the tongue.

3. Repeat every 2–4 hours, then space out as symptoms improve. If they do not improve, move to the next remedy.

Remember—if no improvement is made, it’s not that homeopathy does not work; you just have not got the correct remedy yet. (If you are frustrated or too busy to deal with a more complex case, remember…it is always nice to have a professional homeopathic doctor in your back pocket for stubborn cases that won’t improve.)

This is for entertainment purposes only. Medical Disclaimer. Croup often responds really well to treatment with homeopathy but occasionally do not If your child does not show any improvement and you see these symptoms developing call a medical professional. Rapid breathing, effortful breathin, muscles in their chest and neck pull in when they breathe,pale and lethargic (floppy or more tired than normal), blue lips, unresponsive, struggling to breathe, drooling or not able to swallow.

Why This Matters
Choosing not to vaccinate means trusting your child’s innate healing power. Croupy coughs can feel alarming, but with the right remedies and knowledge, you can support gentle, effective healing at home—empowering you and your family to navigate these moments with confidence.

What’s Coming This Month October we will continue coughs! As a free subscriber, you’ll get:

• Weekly Teachings: Short lessons and cases (e.g., how Ipecac cleared a constant cough) to build your confidence—all free!

• Vitalist Wisdom: More tips to strengthen your child’s life force with remedies or nutrition.

• Protocols A La Carte: My detailed cough protocol is live now—a naturopathic and homeopathic approach to coughs, packed with remedies, herbs, and strategies. Purchase it individually to complement today’s croup lesson!

Let’s Keep Your Kids Thriving! We’re powering through cough season, and I’m so grateful you’re here!

What’s your experience with croup or barking coughs? Comment below with your tips or a story about using homeopathy—I’d love to connect!

With love and vitality,
Dr. Jennifer Tice, ND

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