A Simplified Guide to Cell Salts and Their Uses

Cell salts are natural remedies that support various aspects of health and well-being. Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to the 12 primary cell salts and how they can help:

A guide to cell salt by symptom.

#1 Calc Fluor (The Elasticity Salt) | June 22 – July 23

• Supports skin elasticity, great for chapped skin and lips.
• Helps with colds featuring green discharge.
• Useful for sluggish circulation, varicose veins, loose or decaying teeth, and deficient tooth enamel.
• Eases stiff, achy joints, bone spurs, ganglion cysts, and carpal tunnel.
• Aids childhood growth (e.g., growing pains, late walking, delayed dentition).
• Post-pregnancy support for pelvic floor, breasts, and stretch marks.

#2 Calc Phos (Gentle Healing Support) | December 22 – January 20

• Relieves gum and tooth sensitivity and promotes healing and repair.
• Strengthens bones and supports protein processing.
• Helps with structural issues, exhaustion, and weakness.
• Useful for headaches and growth spurts.

#3 Calc Sulph | October 24 – November 22

• Alleviates colds, sore throats, and acne.
• Helps with bronchitis, lingering coughs, and frontal headaches with nausea.
• Strengthens liver and bile production and supports early-stage infections.

#4 Ferrum Phos (First Aid Salt) | February 20 – March 20

• Reduces minor fevers and swelling.
• Supports blood oxygenation and builds red blood cells.
• Ideal for the early stages of illness, anemia, injuries, inflammation, and emotional disturbances.

#5 Kali Mur (The Gland Fueler) | May 22 – June 21

• Soothes colds, sore throats, and runny noses.
• Aids in treating ear, throat, and gland issues like tonsillitis and eczema.
• Works well with Ferrum Phos for fevers, headaches, and coughs.

#6 Kali Phos (The Brain and Nervous System) | March 21 – April 20

• Relieves stress, nervous tension, and sleeplessness.
• Supports memory, concentration, and recovery from mental fatigue.
• Helps with chronic fatigue, emotional disturbances, and moodiness.

#7 Kali Sulph | August 24 – September 23

• Promotes recovery from colds and supports skin health.
• Aids in oxygen conversion within cells and the formation of skin, hair, and nails.

#8 Mag Phos (The Nerve Tonic) | July 24 – August 23

• Relieves muscle cramps, tension, and soreness.
• Eases abdominal and menstrual cramping, gas, and neuralgia.
• Effective for headaches, earaches, and spasms.

#9 Nat Mur | January 20 – February 19

• Balances fluids in the body.
• Provides relief from headaches, colds, and digestive distress.
• Alleviates dry skin, eczema, and emotional challenges like grief and low spirits.

#10 Nat Phos (The Acid Balance Salt) | September 24 – October 23

• Restores acid balance and relieves indigestion, gas, and hyperacidity.
• Helps with morning sickness, rheumatic pains, and joint stiffness.
• Useful for intestinal worms and fatty food sensitivities.

#11 Nat Sulph (Dampness and Digestion Detoxer) | April 21 – May 21

• Eases flu symptoms, nausea, and issues worsened by cold, damp weather.
• Supports digestion, light sensitivity, and post-head injury headaches.

#12 Silicea (The Cleansing Salt) | November 23 – December 21

• Promotes skin healing and strengthens brittle hair and nails.
• Eases sinus headaches and supports memory.

Dosing Instructions

• Everyday Support: Take 1-2 tablets, 1-3 times daily. Dissolve under the tongue or in water.
• Acute Conditions: Take 1-2 tablets every 1-2 hours.

These cell salts are popular in homeopathy and holistic wellness for their gentle yet effective support. Whether you’re dealing with colds, muscle cramps, or stress, there’s likely a cell salt that can help. I hope this guide helped you find a remedy!

You can use whatever brand cell salts you have, personally I like Hylands brand!

Have you tried any of these remedies? Share your experiences in the comments!