25/11/2025
Remedy Spotlight: Cina
Cina is a key children’s remedy -especially for those who are hard to soothe, full of nervous energy, and prone to belly discomfort. It's commonly considered when a child is whiny, oversensitive to touch or attention, and wakes frequently in the night.
What Stands Out in Cina?
• Oversensitivity — doesn’t want to be touched, looked at, or talked to
• Restlessness — constant fidgeting, twisting, kicking in sleep
• Digestive signs — bloated belly, frequent hunger, grinding teeth
• Itching and rubbing the nose — especially with digestive symptoms
• Sleep disturbances — frequent waking, night terrors, whimpering
Cina children often feel tense and overstimulated, but unable to express it clearly. They may scream, hit, or push others away when upset, yet can’t explain what’s wrong. Comforting or cuddling usually makes them more agitated.
This remedy is also helpful when anger comes quickly, especially when the child is overtired, hungry, or not feeling well.
Physical Signs to Watch For:
• Pale face with red cheeks or rings around the eyes
• Bloated stomach or gurgling digestion
• Sudden bursts of irritability or aggression
• Itching at the nose or re**um
• Grinding of teeth -often noticed during sleep
Did You Know?
Cina is made from a type of wormwood and was historically linked to parasites and digestive complaints. In homeopathy, it goes beyond worms - it’s about the nervous, irritated state often seen in both physical and emotional symptoms.
A Cina child might seem like:
A child who wriggles constantly, throws a toy in frustration, says “Don’t look at me!”, scratches their nose, and then falls into an uneasy sleep — only to wake up crying again.
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