Fasting for Health with Modern Mayr Medicine at Park Igls

There are many reasons people may choose to fast – detoxification, immune system boosting, weight loss, mental clarity, or simply for a healthy reset. Modern Mayr Medicine ensures that fasting is not only safe but beneficial to your overall health. We spoke to Dr. Peter Gartner, Medical Director at Park Igls, a multi-award-winning health retreat and medical spa specialising in Modern Mayr Medicine, to explore how Mayr fasting can improve your health.

The Rise of Fasting and Modern Mayr Medicine

Fasting, especially Modern Mayr Medicine, is becoming increasingly popular as a way to reset the body. By overloading the body's "waste collection system" with unhealthy habits, such as eating too quickly or too late, toxins accumulate in the connective and fatty tissues. Modern Mayr Medicine combines medical fasting with hydration and the ingestion of specific bitter compounds, which help the body flush out these toxins through the kidneys, liver, and intestines. Mayr fasting helps prevent new toxins from building up by significantly reducing food intake during detoxification.

The Core Principles of Healthy Fasting at Park Igls

At the heart of Modern Mayr Medicine is teaching individuals how to eat, chew, and salivate properly to aid digestion. The condition of the digestive system directly impacts overall health, and Modern Mayr techniques offer practical lessons that can be applied in everyday life. The founder, Franz Xaver Mayr, discovered that many lifestyle diseases stem from digestive issues in the early 20th century. While FX Mayr promoted a diet of bread rolls and milk, Modern Mayr Medicine has evolved considerably, especially at Park Igls, where a gourmet eight-step diet plan is introduced with an emphasis on organic, regional products and acid-base balance.

Emotional Wellbeing Through Mayr Fasting

Fasting with Modern Mayr Medicine is not just about physical health but also emotional healing. The therapeutic fasting process can serve as a catalyst for emotional growth, with consultations available from physicians and psychologists. Guests at Park Igls can also benefit from self-discovery during their retreat, in addition to personalised medical support.

Preparing for Your Mayr Fast

To prepare for your Mayr fast, it's recommended to reduce your intake of acidic foods a week before your retreat. Cut back on sugar, meat, alcohol, coffee, and raw or fatty foods to improve your health and make your upcoming fasting programme more effective.

How Often Should You Fast?

For optimal results, it is advised to repeat the Mayr fasting programme every six months. However, for most people, an annual detox retreat lasting two to three weeks is more achievable.

Fasting Contraindications and Cautions

While the diet prescribed by the Mayr physician is flexible, caution is advised for individuals with untreated thyroid conditions, cancer, or mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, psychosis, dementia, or severe behaviour issues.

Tips for Successful Fasting

Staying hydrated is crucial during your Mayr fast. Aim to drink around 3 litres of fluids per day. The primary purpose of Mayr fasting is to restore the body's acid-base balance, as chronic acidification can contribute to many lifestyle diseases.

Important: Fasting Should Always Be Supervised

Fasting should never be done unsupervised. It is best done either as an inpatient or under the guidance of a Mayr physician who can monitor progress through regular checks and provide manual abdominal treatment, an essential part of Modern Mayr Medicine.

Who is Modern Mayr Medicine at Park Igls Ideal For?

Modern Mayr Medicine at Park Igls is perfect for:

• Individuals seeking expert medical care combined with diagnostic and therapeutic options

• Those with metabolic disorders, digestive issues, allergies, food intolerances, burnout, insomnia, joint discomfort, heart problems, high blood pressure, obesity, and more

• Food lovers who want to experience gourmet fasting

• Fitness enthusiasts who value a structured exercise programme

• Anyone interested in long-term health and wellness
  

If you're interested in booking your Mayr stay at Park Igls, contact one of our wellness travel specialists on +44 (0)203 886 0082 or submit an enquiry here. You may also want to read our founder’s review of her experience at Park Igls here.