Tissue salts are a type of homeopathic medicine. Some people claim that they can treat various health conditions. However, there’s limited scientific research backing these claims.

Tissue salts are minerals that were first used in homeopathic medicine by Dr. Wilhelm Schuessler in the 19th century. Some people believe they can support your body’s health and healing process by regulating your cells’ mineral levels.

It’s important to note that homeopathic medicine, including tissue salts, may contain ingredients that are harmful.

You should not take tissue salts or other homeopathic products before consulting with a medical professional. They are generally not safe to take if you are pregnant or nursing.

In this article, we review the 12 primary tissue salts and the benefits they may provide for your body.

According to the 1888 ”The Twelve Tissue Remedies of Schüssler,“ there are 12 main tissue salts. Practitioners claim that each type of salt offers diverse benefits for balancing your body for optimum health.

Here are the 12 primary tissue salts and the benefits they claim to offer:

1. Calc fluor (Calcarea fluorica)

2. Calc phos (Calcarea phosphorica)

  • restores cells
  • heals fractures
  • helps the digestive system

3. Calc sulph (Calcium sulphate)

  • purifies blood
  • reduces infection
  • treats skin disorders such as acne
  • prevents sore throat and cold

4. Ferr phos (Ferrum phosphoricum)

  • anti-inflammatory
  • reduces fever
  • accelerates healing
  • reduces bleeding

5. Kali mur (Kali muriaticum)

  • purifies blood
  • treats infection
  • reduces swelling
  • aids digestion

6. Kali phos (Kali phosphoricum)

7. Kali sulph (Kali sulphuricum)

  • heals the mucous membrane
  • heals skin
  • balances metabolism
  • conditions your pancreas

8. Mag phos (Magnesia phosphorica)

9. Nat mur (Natrum muriaticum)

10. Nat phos (Natrum phosphoricum)

  • neutralizes acidity
  • relieves seasickness
  • treats arthritis
  • aids digestion

11. Nat sulph (Natrum sulphuricum)

  • cleans pancreas
  • cleans kidneys
  • cleans liver
  • treats cold and flu

12. Silica

  • conditions skin
  • conditions connective tissue
  • cleanses blood
  • strengthens hair and nails

Practitioners of homeopathic medicine cite hundreds of years of anecdotal evidence as proof of the power of homeopathy. However, there’s little scientific research to support the anecdotal evidence.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), you should not use homeopathy as an alternative to proven, conventional care for medical conditions.

Homeopathic medicines, such as tissue salts, are commonly available as tablets containing a small amount of the chosen product. Practitioners typically advise dissolving the tablets under your tongue rather than swallowing them.

Tissue salts may come in forms such as creams, gels, and liquid drops.

A homeopathic practitioner may recommend several tissue salt products if you need help with more than one health condition.

However, you should contact a medical professional before taking tissue salts. They can advise you on whether tissue salts suit your particular condition and what form may be best.

Not enough research has been conducted to determine the safety or potential side effects of tissue salts.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that homeopathic products, including those labeled as highly diluted, may contain measurable amounts of active ingredients. This means they have the potential to cause significant side effects.

Contact a medical professional before taking tissue salts or other homeopathic products. They can advise you on whether the product is safe and determine whether it may interact with any medications you are currently taking.

Homeopathic medicine is a medical system that was developed in Germany over 200 years ago. It’s based on two primary theories:

  • Like cures like: A condition can be cured by a product that produces symptoms similar to those of the condition in healthy people.
  • Law of minimum dose: The lower the dose of the medication, the greater its effectiveness will be.

Homeopathic products are typically sourced from plants (such as arnica), minerals (such as tissue salts), or animals (such as bees). They may come in the form of sugar pellets, ointments, gels, or liquid drops.

Treatments are tailored to each individual. Homeopathy uses a diagnostic system for assigning treatments that is different from conventional medicine.

Things to consider about the safety and side effects of homeopathy

  • Don’t replace conventional medical care with homeopathy, and don’t postpone seeing a doctor by using a homeopathic product to relieve a concerning symptom.
  • If you’re thinking about using a homeopathic product, have a conversation with a doctor about it first. They can help you determine if it poses risks or interferes with the medications you are currently taking.
  • If you are pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor before using a homeopathic product.
  • While many homeopathic products are highly diluted, some products sold or labeled as homeopathic may not be.
  • Liquid homeopathic products may contain alcohol.
  • Certain homeopathic products have been promoted as substitutes for conventional immunizations. However, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found no scientific evidence to support their effectiveness.

Anecdotal evidence suggests that the 12 primary tissue salts in homeopathic medicine can address a variety of health issues. However, there’s little scientific research that supports the use of homeopathy as an effective medical treatment.

The scientific community does not support the concept that the very small amounts of minerals in homeopathic medicines are enough to significantly contribute to the treatment of health concerns or diseases.

Taking tissue salts and other homeopathic products can also be harmful. If you’re considering homeopathic treatment, talk with a medical professional first.