Remedy of the Month: Bryonia alba
Keynote: Worse with movement
Plant source: Wild hops

Presenting symptoms that indicate usefulness of remedy: Any movement makes the condition worse. For example, eye movement worsening a headache, deep breathing bringing on coughing, slight change from one position to another. Need to lie perfectly still or be left alone. Does not want to be questioned or spoken to and can be irritable or sad quickly. Headaches, GI upset, respiratory problems, muscle pain can all be helped by Bryonia. Often worse after eating (eating is a movement!), craves cold liquids / drinks, but may refuse once it is in hand. Symptoms generally come on over time.Helpful protocol – Bryonia alba 30C + Aconitum napellus 200C, 3 pellets each mixed together at first sign of cold symptoms, every 3 hours until very much better.Bryonia is one of my go to remedies for so many conditions! Anytime I feel the need to sit still, feel a little irritable and have an inkling that a cold is just around the corner, I reach for Bryonia. This remedy has helped me stay in the office helping patients instead of at home in bed many a time!