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Well there is no getting away from it. The news of the week has all been about football. A few years ago, a scientific study showed that if your team is on a winning streak, your testosterone levels gradually go up. It doesn't matter if your team is West Ham United or Kidderminster Harriers; it seems that winning streaks at any level are good for your sex drive.

Everyone knows that testosterone makes men more aggressive and virile - but it's also the hormone that increases libido in women. So while we were being encouraged to think that England could go all the way in the World Cup, the nation's testosterone levels were probably going up, with a sexy 'feel good' factor apparent everywhere. It was good while it lasted.

So what do we do now? I would invite you to think that England did well at this World Cup and be happy for them and Sven. If you can't do that, here are a few homeopathic tips to deal with the aftermath of that game.

Homeopaths, as well as asking patients everything about their medical complaint, always enquire about they are feeling in themselves. It is important for a homeopath to know how a patient feels when he is ill. Some people want constant comfort and sympathy; others just want to be left alone. Some want medical attention and medication while others have to be dragged kicking and screaming to a doctor, even when very ill. The way you change in yourself when you are ill is an important factor when it comes to choosing a homeopathic remedy.

So if you feel awful about England losing, have a look at this short list of homeopathic remedies and see if you recognise a description of how you are feeling.

Natrum muriaticum:
You are seriously grieving about the match, but pretty much keeping it to yourself. You feel down but you certainly don't want any sympathy from anyone. You feel like crying but there is no way you are going to show weakness in front of anyone. If only everyone could just leave you alone!

Ignatia:
Well you certainly aren't embarrassed about showing your feelings. You were sobbing, crying and even a bit hysterical when hope ran out for England. You may be aware of a feeling of a lump in your throat or that you are sighing a lot during the day.

Aurum:
You are feeling depressed about the result, but feeling melancholic is not that uncommon for you. You are an industrious person and a very hard worker. You might be choosing to deal with this disappointment by 'throwing yourself into your work'.

Nux vomica:
Now this is the remedy for after you have drowned your sorrows. It also tends to suit more angry people best. Be sure to use this if you suffer from a hangover in the next few days. And if you are a Brazil supporter, you may well find this remedy useful in the days of partying to come!

How to take Homeopathic Remedies:

Please be aware that the above descriptions are only rough guides to First Aid prescriptions of homeopathic remedies. Although homeopathic remedies are amongst the safest of medicines, it is always best to check with a doctor if you have any doubt.

Based on the descriptions above I would recommend the remedies being taken in the sixth centesimal strength (6c) which is the one most chemists and health food shops stock. Pop one pill into your mouth without touching it with your fingers and suck. Repeat every four hours for 4 to 5 tablets. If there is no effect, stop taking the remedy. If it helps you feel better, you can also stop, but resume taking them if you start feeling bad again.

Not the time to continue our talk about the health benefits of laughter this week, but try at least to smile. We are world-renowned for being good losers and that's one quality we never want to lose.

Dr Brian Kaplan MBBCh MFHom www.drkaplan.co.uk