Homeopathic remedies are a form of alternative medicine that involves using small amounts of natural substances to stimulate the body's own healing abilities. The idea behind homeopathy is based on the principle of like cures like, meaning that a substance that causes certain symptoms in large doses can be used in small doses to treat those same symptoms. Homeopathic remedies are prepared by diluting a substance in water or alcohol and then administering it in tiny amounts. While some homeopathic remedies have been proven effective through scientific research, others lack sufficient evidence to support their effectiveness.