Top 11 Homeopathic Medicines For Gaining Weight

Several homeopathic remedies are designed to address the underlying causes behind the body’s inability to bulk up or put on weight. While most people take vitamin and protein supplements to build up some weight, others prefer homeopathic medicine for weight gain. Homeopathy is a less invasive way of treating the body’s issues. It is also a herbal approach, which means that the risk of side effects is minimal to nil. These medicines can be helpful for individuals struggling with underweight conditions due to nutrient deficiencies, and endocrine imbalances. Here, we have listed some of the top homeopathic remedies for gaining weight to enhance your hunger and boost your metabolism. Keep scrolling!

Homeopathic Medicine For Weight Gain – Best 11

Homeopathic medicines work by improving your digestion, which may facilitate better nutrient absorption, leading to a healthy weight gain. However, the effectiveness of these is highly debated. While some people report positive results, the scientific evidence supporting the claims is limited. Moreover, homeopathic medicines may work for one person and not do anything for another. It is best to consult with a doctor and qualified homeopath before consuming them. Scroll down for the list of the top 11 medicines they may recommend.

1. Alfalfa Tonic

This is available in most homeopathic drug stores under some name or another. This derivative of the alfalfa herb is known to be helpful in the production of fat and reduction of tissue waste. According to animal studies, it increases appetite and may act as a digestive aid, nourishing a healthy body and a healthy mind, which leads to weight gain (1), (2)!

Trivia

Alfalfa herb has long been used in Chinese and Arabic traditional medicine (1). It was used for fattening animals and improving weight in people with eating disorders.

2. Lycopodium

This humble plant becomes a wonderful remedy for a lack of appetite when the spores are crushed and treated by triturationⁱ  Process of production of homogenous powdered materials through finely mixing and grinding the materials of the component. and succussionⁱ  Process of violent shaking of the body to check for air or fluid in a body cavity and also used by homeopathy to prepare medicines. . Digestive imbalances are corrected by this product made with the Lycopodium clavatum plant (3). If you have not been able to gain weight due to liver dysfunction, for example, weakening liver function, Lycopodium will work for you.

3. Calcarea Phosphorica

If you had a disease that took a toll on your health, Calcarea phosphorica is a homeopathic medicine for you. This is a good treatment option for children who have anemia and those with feeble digestion. It is also helpful in cases where there is difficulty in joining fractured bones (4).

4. Aloe Socotrina

If you are experiencing abdominal problems like the sensation of fullness or heat or gurgling sounds and cutting pain during bowel movements, then this is the ideal medicine (5). It is also helpful in reducing nauseous feelings and aversion to food. This can help you eat properly and gain weight.

5. Condurango Q

Apart from the loss of appetite, there are other reasons for not gaining weight normally, for example, pain in the stomach due to ulcers or vomiting soon after eating can prevent weight gain.

You might even feel constriction in the esophagus with a constant burning pain behind the breastbone. Condurango is a good remedy for all these problems.

6. Arsenicum Album

Do you suffer from pain or burning sensation in the abdomen after eating certain foods or during fever? If yes, then you can take this homeopathic medicine for relief. According to a study done on mice, administration of Arsenicum Album helps alleviate these symptoms and lets you eat without worry, which, as a result, allows the body to naturally gain weight at home (6).

7. Pulsatilla

There are only a very few things that are more embarrassing than hearing your stomach gurgling loudly during a meal! Sometimes, after eating warm or fatty food, you may feel a pressing pain or pulsation in your stomach. A mild dose of this medicine can solve all of that. If you feel any pain or as if a stone is passing through your gut, you can take this medicine too. Once the pain eases, eating won’t feel like a chore, and you’ll be able to gain weight.

8. Chelidonium Majus

Lack or loss of appetite along with general sluggishness is sometimes the sign of a liver problem. This may happen due to serousⁱ  Pale yellow or transparent body fluid found inside body cavities enriched with proteins and water that aid in digestion and excretion. secretions and biliousⁱ  Excessive secretion of bile, a digestive fluid produced in the liver, which may indicate liver dysfunction. complications, which generally occur during pregnancy. But after that, you may feel a nagging bitter taste in your mouth, loss of appetite, or burning weight in the liver. This can be remedied by Chelidonium majus. This herb also has the potential to combat liver cancer (7).

Quick Tip

It is also known as Greater Celandine and has been used traditionally to treat gallstones and indigestion (14). Therefore, you can also consume this for digestive troubles.

9. Chininum Arsenicicum

Some people seem to rush to the bathroom each time they eat! Chininum Arsenicum is a great homeopathic remedy for diarrhea which occurs right after eating or if the food seems to pass without complete digestion. All of these problems can have adverse effects on your health and prevent proper weight gain. It may also treat a general lack of appetite, acidity, and vomiting.

10. Ignatia Amara

Some people binge eat when they are upset and anxious, others develop an aversion to food! If you belong to the latter category, you may be in danger of developing eating disorders and indigestion, which can create a nutritional imbalance in the body. If you want to gain weight and combat these symptoms, try Ignatia Amara as it may not only improve nutrient absorption but also improve gastric disorders (8)!

11. Iodum

There is no research suggesting that Iodum (homeopathic iodine) helps with weight gain. However, Iodum is used to treat hyperthyroidism, a condition whose most common symptom is weight loss. Disorders related to iodine deficiency, especially in children, are also often associated with weight loss (9). Iodum, hence, may help prevent unhealthy weight loss linked with such disorders. That said, research is fairly limited in this regard. It is advisable to consult a homeopathic practitioner before taking Iodum for these purposes.

Homeopathic medicines are often confused with herbal supplements. However, they are not the same. Scroll down to learn about their differences.

Herbal Supplements Vs. Homeopathic Remedies

Herbal supplements are made from plants or their extracts. They are usually scientifically proven or traditionally used. On the other hand, homeopathic remedies follow the ‘like cures like’ principle. This means it is made from substances that can cause similar symptoms of a disease in healthy people. These substances are used in significantly diluted forms. You may use either of the two for weight gain on the recommendation of a health expert.

Infographic: Most Effective Homeopathic Medicine For Weight Gain

Homeopathic medicines help to treat the underlying causes of many problems, not just their symptoms. Gaining weight can be difficult for some. These homeopathic medicines will help treat what is preventing you from gaining weight.

Read through the infographic below to know the most effective Homeopathic medicines for weight gain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashwagandha good for weight gain?

Yes. An Ayurvedic medicated ghee, which is processed with Ashwagandha juice, has been found to help improve body weight in children (10).

Does Shatavari increase weight?

Yes. According to animal studies, the extracts of Shatavari may help increase body weight (11).

Does vitamin B12 help gain weight?x

B vitamins at a dose below their threshold may help promote body fat gain (12). However, more studies are warranted in this regard.

Is Triphala good for weight gain?

No. According to a study done on mice, Triphala and its constituents act as anti-obesity agents and help reduce body weight (13).

Is giloy good for weight gain?

Yes. The root extract of giloy may help improve weight gain (14). However, limited research is available in this regard.

Does Shilajit increase weight?

Yes. Much anecdotal evidence suggests that the intake of Shilajit may help increase weight. However, limited research is available in this regard.

Are there any risks associated with homeopathic treatment for weight gain?

Homeopathic treatment for weight gain is generally considered safe. However, there is limited scientific research on its effectiveness. If you rely completely on it, it may cause a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of any underlying conditions. This may increase their risk of worsening.

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