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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… Continue readingWhen the doshas are out of balance – understanding typical symptoms and warning signs

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. It is precisely at this point that 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… Continue readingAdaptogenic 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 diet, 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: diet, gut microbiome, sleep, and stress regulate activity… Continue readingImmune 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… Continue readingDetox & Detoxification – Myths, Facts and What Really Helps

Does a natural remedy with the combination of the herbal extracts Hypericum and Rosavin represent an alternative to numerous pharmaceutical or chemical products in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders? Scientific studies now seem to back this up. private lecturer dr Thomas Kuehn Klaus Linde from the Technical University in Munich recently found in a meta-analysis that Hypericum is more effective than placebo in mild to moderate depression and is similarly effective as standard antidepressants. A. Szegedi from Berlin has now shown that Hypericum also helps with moderate to severe depression just as well as conventional medication and is better tolerated. (BMJ 2005; 330: 503; Epub… Continue readingHow a pair of plants declares war on depression

Depending on the definition, four to eight million Germans meet the criteria for depression requiring treatment every year; Europe-wide there are 33,4 million. One in ten Germans – some studies even speak of almost one in five – will be overwhelmed by melancholy at least once in their lives. One in six of them will die from it! Frightening numbers. – And they are increasing, not only in Germany. At the beginning of the 21st century, 37 percent more people in the USA were being treated for depression than in 1980. At US universities, every sixth female student is considered to be pathologically depressed. No one seems safe from the new folk ailment, not even a… Continue readingDepression time bomb?

Many people suffer from an excessive infestation of the body with fungi. private lecturer dr Thomas Kuehn Cravings for sweets, bloated stomach, shortness of breath or tachycardia - these are just a few signs that indicate an excessive infestation of the body with fungi. The diffuse symptoms and a lack of information on how to deal with fungal diseases mean that many complaints are not recognized as a result of fungal infections. But as long as the fungi are not eliminated as the source of the disease, the symptoms will always return. The only remedies are medicines and natural remedies and an anti-fungal diet that eliminate the fungus by giving it its food base - in... Continue readingThe fungus in man. What to do?