Paracelsianism

Paracelsianism is a medical and philosophical movement originating from the ideas of Paracelsus (1493–1541), emphasizing that health and disease are influenced by external factors and the body's balance of chemicals and substances. It advocates using specific natural substances, often chemicals or minerals, to treat illnesses, challenging traditional herbal remedies. The approach highlights the importance of chemical analysis in medicine and promotes the idea that understanding the physical properties of remedies can improve healing. Overall, Paracelsianism contributed to the shift toward modern scientific medicine by integrating chemistry and diagnostics into medical practice.