What’s New for May 2026? 18 May 2026 My dear friends, colleagues and supporters, It has been a busy few months since I last had the opportunity to setup a commentary or forward some of the interesting current links from the English-language journals and research. But, busy it has been. One of my major projects since OIRF.com went live last September has been completed (for now). The newly revised, reformatted and updated version of the Praxis2Practice website has now also gone live. As you look over this month’s translated

15 May 2026 Dear friends, colleagues and supporters, It has been a busy few months since I last had the opportunity to setup a commentary or forward some of the interesting current links from the English-language journals and research. But, busy it has been. One of my major projects since OIRF.com went live last September has been completed (for now). The newly revised, reformatted and updated version of the Praxis2Practice website has now also gone live. As you look over this month’s translated articles and information, I invite you

Diseases of Civilization Gout Alarm The Best Therapies Against the Endemic Disease Gout – a term that sounds to many like a disease from past centuries. But the reality is different: More and more people in modern societies are affected. Gout is now considered a disease of civilization – triggered by excess, lack of exercise and an unbalanced diet. What is behind this painful joint disease, and how can naturopathy help? This article gives an overview of causes, symptoms and holistic therapeutic approaches for gout. Gout is a metabolic

Infectious Diseases Lyme Disease – The Invisible Danger How Ticks Challenge Our Immune System Lyme disease – a diagnosis that often causes uncertainty and concern among patients and practitioners alike. The infectious disease transmitted by ticks has become a real challenge for the healthcare system. More and more people are reporting fatigue, joint pain and neurological deficits, which are often only associated with Lyme disease at a late stage. While the tick is the focus as a carrier, the disease remains a chameleon among infectious diseases: diverse, difficult to

In Memoriam Peter Mandel 1941 - 2026 We say goodbye to Peter Mandel, an extraordinary person who shaped naturopathy for decades: Born in Breslau in 1941, his path led him early into the healing professions: in 1959 he began his training as a nurse, followed by qualifications as a medical lifeguard, chiropractor, acupuncturist and reflexology therapist. In 1970 he passed the naturopathic examination – a step that laid the foundation for a life's work that radiates far beyond the boundaries of the profession. With inexhaustible curiosity, a spirit of

What’s New for April 2026? 14 April 2026 My dear friends, colleagues and supporters, We’ll go with short and precise for this month with no rant or commentary from Carolyn to lead us astray. Please note that the dates of the MORA Nova Power Week training program have been postponed until Sept. 8-11, 2026. Location remains in Boise, Idaho. Three articles translated from the German journals for this month – see the “NEW” listings below Work on updating the P2P website has stalled temporarily, however progress has been made

Energy Vampires In Practice How To Preserve Your Energy in Everyday Practice In everyday life, we repeatedly encounter situations and people that rob us of energy. Whether in the office, in meetings or in the private sphere – "energy vampires" cost us strength, concentration and a good mood. But how do you recognize the energy guzzlers in everyday practice, why do they seem so exhausting and what can we do about them? In this article, I shed light on typical energy vampires, show practical examples and give tips

Skin and Eye Health Naturopathic Therapy Concepts for Eye Diseases The eyes are subject to numerous internal and external influences – from metabolic processes to UV radiation and even psychological stress. Diseases such as macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and COVID-associated vision disorders are continuously increasing with rising life expectancy and new health challenges. Macular Degeneration (AMD) AMD is a chronic disease of both eyes that is based on a metabolic disorder and affects the site of sharpest vision, the macula. However, visual impairment usually only occurs with advanced

Expert Forum Painful Blisters Herpes Zoster in Traditional European Naturopathy For those in a hurry Herpes zoster is caused by a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus in a weakened immune system. In addition to anti-viral therapy, naturopathy focuses on strengthening the lymphatic system, constitution and milieu. The goal is to accompany acute processes and prevent post-herpetic neuralgia. Herpes zoster is more than just a painful rash: the resurgence of the varicella-zoster virus can cause long-lasting nerve pain. Friedemann Garvelmann explains the naturopathic connections and therapy

What’s New for March 2026? 16 March 2026 My dear friends, colleagues and supporters, As winter lasts, and lasts there are finally at least glimmers of spring to come. Activities and conferences are once again winding up and there are a flurry events coming up as the days lengthen and warm up. News! A full Med-Tronik Power Week conference will be held in Boise, Idaho April 14-17, 2026. This is very exciting, and hopefully there will be sufficient interest and participants so that Med-Tronik will consider offering this type