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Naturally Healthy – Clearly Explained and Immediately Applicable by Dr. Thomas Kuehn Why Inflammation Is So Dangerous Inflammation is one of the most common – and at the same time most underestimated – causes of bodily ailments. It can manifest itself in various ways – as joint pain, digestive problems, skin reactions, or simply as general malaise. Many people are unaware that chronic, low-grade inflammation often works in the background and can affect health in the long term. In my practical work and through intensive study of naturopathy and Ayurveda, I have repeatedly seen that there are natural ways to support the body. In this guide, I present seven… Read more » The 7 Most Effective Natural Remedies for Inflammation

Why it's helpful to correctly interpret body signals (Priv.-Doz. Dr. Thomas Kuehn) Everyone experiences days when their body "isn't quite right": poor sleep, sluggish digestion, inner restlessness, or inexplicable fatigue. These conditions usually disappear on their own. Sometimes, however, they persist—or recur regularly. Ayurveda doesn't consider such signals as illnesses in the strict sense, but rather as early indicators of an imbalance. This is precisely where the strength of this holistic teaching lies: it helps to understand connections before symptoms become entrenched. Important note: This health newsletter is for informational and self-observation purposes only. It does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. The Doshas – a brief overview In… Read more » When Doshas become unbalanced – understanding typical symptoms & warning signals

Why Adaptogens Are Becoming Increasingly Important (Dr. Thomas Kuehn) Modern living conditions create chronic stress: professional pressure, information overload, lack of sleep, and constantly being "on edge." This leads to our bodies remaining permanently in emergency mode. This is precisely where adaptogens unfold their unique effects. Adaptogens strengthen the body's ability to tolerate stress, compensate for strain, and return to inner balance more quickly. And because stress directly affects the immune system, our defenses also benefit significantly. What are adaptogens? – The simple definition: Adaptogens are plant substances that make the body more resistant to external stressors without stimulating or sedating. They have a regulatory effect… Read more » Adaptogenic plants – how they regulate your stress system and thus strengthen your immune system

(Priv.-Doz. Dr. Thomas Kuehn) A resilient immune system is not a product of chance, but the result of a long-term, carefully maintained balance of nutrition, digestion, sleep, stress management, and appropriate plant extracts. Ayurveda summarizes these qualities under terms such as Agni (digestive fire) and Ojas (life essence) — modern research simultaneously recognizes the importance of the microbiome, sleep, and lifestyle for immune function. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov+1 Ayurveda meets modern immunology — a brief comparison Ayurveda does not view immunity in isolation, but as the result of a healthy digestive fire (Agni), a clean internal environment (without "Ama"), and sufficient Ojas. Modern immunology complements this with clear, measurable mechanisms: nutrition, gut microbiome, sleep, and stress regulate activity… Read more » Immune system strengthening through Ayurveda and natural medicine – explained holistically

(Priv.-Doz. Dr. Thomas Kuehn) Whether it's detox tea, juice cleanses, or "detox patches"—hardly any health topic is as heavily marketed as "detoxification." But what can the body really do on its own, and where can natural medicine provide meaningful support? We separate myth from science—and show you how you can actually strengthen your natural detoxification processes. How the body detoxifies itself. The word "detox" sounds modern, but our bodies have had a highly efficient detoxification system for millions of years. The most important organs in this process are: Liver—converts toxins into water-soluble substances that can be excreted. Kidneys—filter pollutants from the blood. Intestines—bind and… Read more » Detox & Detoxification—Myths, Facts, and What Really Helps

Does a natural remedy combining the plant extracts Hypericum and Rosavin offer an alternative to numerous pharmaceutical and chemical products in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders? Scientific studies now seem to confirm this. Dr. Thomas Kuehn, Associate Professor. Recently, Klaus Linde from the Technical University of Munich found in a meta-analysis that Hypericum is more effective than a placebo and similarly effective to standard antidepressants in mild to moderate depression. A. Szegedi from Berlin has now shown that Hypericum was just as effective as conventional medications in treating moderate to severe depression, while also being better tolerated. (BMJ 2005; 330: 503; Epub… Read more » How a pair of plants fights depression

Depending on the definition, four to eight million Germans meet the criteria for depression requiring treatment each year; across Europe, the figure is 33,4 million. One in ten Germans – some studies even suggest almost one in five – will be overwhelmed by depression at least once in their lives. One in six of them will die from it! Shocking figures. – And they are rising, not only in Germany. At the beginning of the 21st century, for example, 37 percent more people in the USA sought treatment for depression than in 1980. At US universities, one in six female students is already considered clinically depressed. No one seems safe from this new epidemic, not even… Read more » Depression: A Time Bomb?

Numerous people suffer from an overgrowth of fungi in the body. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Thomas Kuehn: Cravings for sweets, a distended, bloated stomach, shortness of breath, or a racing heart – these are just some of the signs that can indicate an overgrowth of fungi in the body. The diffuse nature of the symptoms and a lack of information on how to deal with fungal infections mean that many complaints are not recognized as a result of fungal infections. However, as long as the fungi, as the source of the illness, are not eliminated, the symptoms will keep recurring. Only medications, natural remedies, and an anti-fungal diet, which eliminates the fungus by depriving it of its food source – in… Read more » The fungus in humans. What to do?