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NEWS Winter / Spring 2018 THERAPEUTIC FASTING · INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE · INSPIRATION Dear guests, patients and friends, c linics: Since the end of last year, our section on fasting, and a new culture of guests have been able to hire a selection fasting is emerging in Silicon Valley with of bicycles and e-bikes. a very special goal: to stimulate the Guests at our clinic on Lake Constance mind, brighten the mood and achieve can now find inspiration in two well- longevity. Many people now take it for stocked libraries. After all, what could granted that fasting boosts the immune be better than enjoying the views of the system, reduces inflammation and possi- lake with a warm cup of tea, and losing bly even prevents cancer. yourself in a good book? A new generation, a new fasting concept, Our scientific department is currently a new era. “Amplius” – onwards – was evaluating the data from almost 2,000 Otto Buchinger’s inspiring, motivating Buchinger Wilhelmi guests, who agreed and challenging slogan. This is also our to take part in an observation study in motto for 2018 at Buchinger Wilhelmi – 2016. and for the latest edition of our NEWS, In Marbella this structured scientific ob- which you are holding in your hands. servation study is about to commence. On this note, we wish you a fulfilling and The biennial congress of the Medical healthy year. We will always be with you, Association for Fasting and Nutrition in future, too, to help you achieve your also dealt with scientific findings on the personal goals. topic of fasting: The Maria Buchinger Foundation Award 2017 was presented Claus Rohrer, Katharina Rohrer-Zaiser, Victor Wilhelmi, Jutta Rohrer (left to right) to Yvon Le Maho for his studies on the effects of long-term fasting on humans and animals. More than 300 participants The New Year brings some major changes after many years of service, such as attended the congress in Überlingen, at both Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics: In Victoria Cano, Dr. Stefan Drinda and including the most illustrious fasting Marbella, the changeover to the next Siegfried Mühlherr. experts of our time, such as Valter Longo generation is in full swing, and Katharina Last year, we initiated a number of excit- and Andreas Michalsen. Rohrer-Zaiser and Victor Wilhelmi are ing new projects: In Marbella, we will Fasting has become significantly more now officially part of the management soon have a “House of Inspiration”. We important in recent years, not least team. In Überlingen, Leonard Wilhelmi have also established a permaculture thanks to scientific research: TED Talks is learning the ropes in the different de- cooperative with regional farmers under on the topic of fasting have been clicked partments with a view to representing the name “Clinic Supported Agriculture”, millions of times on the Internet, the fourth generation in the manage- which will supply the Spanish clinic with Andreas Michalsen topped the Spiegel ment of this clinic, too. fresh, locally grown, organic produce. bestseller list for weeks with his book On the other hand, we also have to say In addition, we have further expanded “Heilen mit der Kraft der Natur” (Healing goodbye to long-standing employees our range of sporting activities in both with the Power of Nature) with a major
2 · ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA · 3 The “House of Inspiration” in Marbella CSA – Clinic Supported Agriculture will be completed in February 2018 Food is an essential part of To guarantee that we serve our guests We approached several small, indepen- high-quality, tasty food and at the same dent farmers selected on the basis of treatment at Buchinger Buchinger Wilhelmi’s tagline the world when an apple fell on his time fulfil our responsibility to society, strict criteria and invited them to take head, and van Gogh created his Wilhelmi, because refeeding we decided to develop the project part in CSA Buchinger Wilhelmi. Our comprises three elements: masterpiece with sunflowers. “CSA Buchinger Wilhelmi”. permaculturist Alejandro Orioli supplies after fasting as well as the therapeutic fasting, Nature in the form of gardens and CSA stands for “Clinic Supported this association with ideas, planting trees that have stood for decades quality of the soups and juices Agriculture” (derived from the common designs (based on permaculture design integrative medicine and will inspire visitors to this house to think principle of Community Supported principles) and seeds. and dream inspiring thoughts. consumed during fasting are Agriculture), with the suffix “Ethical To ensure that only the very best food is inspiration. These are our of vital importance to ensure Food” to make it clear what this coopera- used in our kitchens, the farmers are basic pillars along which tive with local farmers is all about – also supported directly in their work in Nourishment for the soul its therapeutic success. sustainably produced food that meets the fields by Javier Luque from Coin. He we are constantly evolving. the highest ethical standards. helps out every day in the fields, tests Otto Buchinger wrote on the topic of the quality of the produce and brings inspiration in his book on fasting: “When only the very best ingredients to our Antonio Lozano harvesting cauliflower the body fasts, it needs above all spiri- chef Fernando Sánchez in the kitchen. and broccoli fresh from the fields. Opposite Villa Maria in Marbella stands tual nourishment”. To this end, we However, this new organisation is much an Indian-style building. It used to will be organizing stimulating cultural more than simply a “change of supplier” belong to the widow of a banker who events in the House of Inspiration to for our clinic and for our guests. Much We as a company have a deep relation- had a soft spot for East Asian culture, allow you to experience spiritual en- more importantly, it gives us a new ship with food, and our chefs in the and recently came into the possession hancement during your stay. perspective and is directly linked to the kitchen are in constant dialogue with of Buchinger Wilhelmi. This is where topic of nutrition. We know the history the farmers in the field. our third pillar “Inspiration” will find This ambitious new project also offers of our produce. For example we know We support local farmers who give high its home. us a chance to try out new things. We who has cultivated our beetroot priority to improving the ground and soil hope that you will join us on this throughout the season and has taken rather than impoverishing it with pesti- journey and wish you many inspiring great care to ensure that it arrives in our cides and monoculture. We want to pass A place of calm s tudio for art and creativity, rooms will can be free and the famous “spark” of moments at Buchinger Wilhelmi, and kitchen. on this experience to you, dear guests, be set aside for yoga and meditation. inspiration can be found. maybe soon in the House of Inspiration. with great tasting food, freshness and We are in in the process of thoroughly As inspiration is derived from the Latin One of the greatest sources of inspira- quality. And maybe you will get the renovating this old house while retain- word inspirare – to inhale – we want tion is nature. chance to watch our farmers at work at ing its original character. It will be a the new house to radiate above all calm. “I choose only one master – nature”, The kitchen team convinces themselves close hand yourselves – because we are house with a dynamic inner life that By eliminating external influences, we Rembrandt once said. Newton was of the quality of the produce they helped planning to organise tours to the farms. fosters inspiration. As well as a large aim to create a space where the spirit enlightened about the meaning of to harvest at the farms. New activities for bicycle fans – New head of nursing in Marbella: Dr. Eva Lischka is our new head physician Leonor Garoña replaces Victoria Cano in Überlingen Cycling at the seaside and along the lake “Leonor Garoña will replace me as the method and applies it with great convic- Dr. Eva Lischka, an experienced Designer Philippe Starck also thought future head of nursing. Leonor has tion and empathy. that this was a good idea and dedicated worked in the clinic in Marbella for Patients value her informative talks fasting doctor and President the following lines to us: over 30 years and is therefore a highly on various health-related topics. of the Medical Association of experienced nurse in the field of fasting, She places great value on constantly which she practises herself twice a year. learning new things and is particularly Fasting and Nutrition (ÄGHE) “The bicycles used to be Leonor Garoña enjoyed excellent train- fascinated by research into the impor- replaces Dr. Stefan Drinda as alone, you know, outside, ing in Brussels, which also gave her the tance of fasting for certain diseases. opportunity to learn several languages, She is a proactive person and has the head physician in Überlingen. at night, in the rain. among others. Over the years, she has necessary qualifications to lead the They were afraid. developed a passion for the “Kousmine” nursing department with expertise, After ten years as head physician in care and a great sense of responsibility,” Überlingen, Dr. Stefan Drinda has So we built them their own says Victoria Cano, head of nursing, who accepted a new challenge in Switzer- home. Now they can live is leaving us: land. During his time here, he raised the “After almost 42 years, I am saying fare- profile of internal medicine in the clinic together, like a family, regain well to my professional life in the clinic. together with his medical team and lost energy and sometimes My work in the nursing department was aligned it with international standards. wonderful, it was my personal vocation Dr. Drinda will be replaced by Dr. Eva they even make little bikes – a profession I loved and was able to Lischka, who has worked in the clinic with tiny wheels. give my all to! with great commitment for many years. I hope that Leonor experiences the She is a highly experienced fasting talented, multilingual doctor with many Occasionally, they may same enjoyment and fulfilment that doctor and President of the Medical years of experience in psychosomatics, I have always felt in my work.” Association of Fasting and Nutrition Dr. Henning Wittrock, a specialist for mi- feel a bit flat, but happy. Victoria Cano (ÄGHE), as well as writing books and tochondrial and internal medicine, Sieg- Cycling is becoming an increasingly To give our guests the opportunity to In Marbella, where the first cycling paths Thanks to the family.” contributing regularly to medical publi- fried Bäumler, an eminent phytothera- popular activity at the seaside or along enjoy the varied and also challenging have now been built in town and the cations. pist and author, Dr. Rainer Harfmann, the lakeshore. To reflect this, both clinics routes through forests and vineyards or “sendero litoral” (coastline hiking and Dr. Eva Lischka wrote the book “Gesund- a specialist for internal medicine and have further expanded their range of along the lakeshore, we have purchased cycling path) has been extended 12 kilo- heit und neue Energie durch Fasten” homoeopathist, and Dr. Andrea Siegler, sporting activities. three e-bikes, which are also ideal for metres along the coast, not only do we (Health and New Energy through who complements this diverse, multi guests who are unused to cycling. The have e-bikes and mountain bikes that Fasting) together with her husband, disciplinary team of fasting doctors. The Lake Constance region is often slightly thicker tyres and good suspen- our guests can hire, but also a new bicy- Dr. Norbert Lischka. Dr. Wittrock and Dr. Harfmann will described as a cycling paradise by fans sion mean that they can also be ridden cle shed where they can park their own The other members of the medical team represent Dr. Lischka in her position as of road cycling and mountain biking. along forest tracks and dirt roads. bicycles. Leonor Garoña in Überlingen are Martine van Houten, a head physician.
4 · MARBELLA MARBELLA · 5 A new generation ing here for a long time, how the clinic used to be, and what it is founded on. You might compare it with a tree, where I don’t think it will be difficult to keep our origins and yet evolve at the same time. with firmly enshrined values the trunk – the foundation, the method, the values, the bond – remains the same, Katharina: Please tell us the story with but the branches change. You have to the candle again: Why did you give us change with the times. As Jutta said, the each a candle 1½ years ago? profile and demands of our guests are Jutta: It is the story about a man whose After 35 years of managing “Wie Neugeboren durch Fasten” (Reborn And because I had breakfast with her Claus: Really, what I find best is the changing. Still, it is important to retain company was not doing well. He went to Through Fasting) by Lützner – a best- every morning, we talked a lot, I learned opportunity to meet different people. the things that have stood the test of a wise man and asked: “What should I the clinic in Marbella, Jutta seller at the time. a lot from her about fasting and looking A great moment for me was meeting time, as long as they make sense. do? My company is not flourishing.” The and Claus Rohrer have decided She tried it out and to show her that I after the staff. Max Frisch for the first time and simply Maria’s motto was always: “If it is wise man gave him a candle and said: could do it too, I fasted for the first time chatting with him. He wrote a dedication conducive to quality of life and health, “You must light this candle and take it to to retire from day-to-day back in 1973! But my first fast combined Katharina: What has changed most in in the book he gave me when he left and then why not?” every single room in your company ev- with a stay in a clinic was in Überlingen. the clinic, thinking back? thanked me. Professionally speaking, ery day.” So he did that and in next to no business. Jutta: I fasted for the first time in Über- Jutta: The fasting boom really started my highlights were of course our invest- Claus: It is a matter of balancing tradi- time, his company began to thrive. The Katharina Rohrer-Zaiser and lingen after our first child (Katharina) in the 1990s, and the clinic was very full. ments in the clinic in 2010/2012, when tion and our success so far on the one idea is to be present, to look everywhere was born, when I was around 29 years There was a waiting list more than half we built Villa Maria: I find it extremely hand and new challenges, new markets, and keep your eyes open. Victor Wilhelmi have joined old. a year long. That was unbelievable! satisfying that this has been such a suc- and your own interests on the other. the management team as Claus: And back then, we had as many cess – especially towards the end of my Do you have an idea how you will Victor: Will we still see you in the clinic? Katharina: How did you make the Spanish as German guests. career! combine these two areas? Jutta: Every now and again. members of the fourth decision to come here? Jutta: Yes, 40 % of guests were Spanish, Victor: I think that Buchinger Wilhelmi Claus: We’ll be there of course when Claus Rohrer, Katharina Rohrer-Zaiser, Victor Wilhelmi, Jutta Rohrer (left to right) generation of the Buchinger Jutta: We decided pretty quickly. My 40 % were German and the remaining Victor: Do you think that patients have is a company with a very, very good you need us, to support you in certain parents (Helmut and Maria) called us 20 % were from other countries. Guests changed? Are their profiles and needs foundation. I think what we have to do things. Wilhelmi family. and asked if we would be interested in from France and other regions around different nowadays? is to consolidate and further develop our And of course there are patients we The two generations met in coming to Marbella. So we sat down the world only started coming later on. Jutta: I think that people who come to this personal aspect – despite our size that I was interested in coming to method. But above all, we have to focus know very well and also want to see together, made a list of the pros and Claus: For me, the biggest difference is us today need much more attention. now. Marbella. Timewise, it was a stroke of on our guests. If we pay as much atten- again, or special occasions we will at- private at the end of October cons, and in less than a week we had that our work now is much more pro Fasting still has the same effect as ever, Claus: The fact that we are a family-run fate for me! tion to our guests as you do, we will find tend. to talk about the past and made our decision. fessional than it was then. Apart from of course. business is fundamental to our success. Victor: I went to boarding school rela- out from them what they need and how Victor: We would be happy to see you. Back then, we did things by gut instinct that, we have grown – in every respect: But I think that people today are much It also means that we can pass on the tively near to our home in Überlingen. we can meet their demands. Katharina: Perhaps we can have tradi- the future. – that’s really how the clinic here was We have more rooms, more employees, spirit of the business, especially now in At the weekends, our house was always Katharina: An evolution! tional breakfasts again like we did with founded! more patients, more treatments. We the fourth generation, as well as the full of friends from school: That was Jutta: Our method is still very contempo- Maria Buchinger?! Claus: The idea of joining the company, have really expanded continuously. values we represent. when I first noticed that I enjoy being a rary today, maybe even more than ever. Victor: How long have you two worked of making a contribution and managing Victor: I think so too. We have known host. After that, I studied the hotel trade in the company? the clinic – in conjunction with the many Victor: Were there moments of crisis? the company since we were small in Switzerland and at some point, after Jutta and Claus: For 35 years. We arrived other wonderful advantages that life When did you really feel put to the children: me in Überlingen and Katha- working on various projects, I noticed here in spring 1982 and started working here brings – was really exciting and test? rina mainly here in Marbella. I can also that I was ready to contribute to the in the clinic. inspiring. Jutta: The Gulf War in the 1990s was remember that everyone in the clinic business and add some value. hard! I did peace meditation with the knew all about us ever since we were At family strategy meetings, when things Victor: How many employees did you Victor: What was it like to work patients back then. small. And I always felt very close to began to get more specific, I decided at have back then? with Grandma Maria? It must have Claus: The business had some crucial the staff. some point to take over the business in Claus: Around 60. We now have about been quite a dynamic group of moments in the 1990s. In the early 90s Katharina: Your family home is a three Marbella together with Katharina. 190 employees. The workforce has tri- people: What did your work involve we realised that despite being well minutes’ walk from the clinic in Überlin- We in the fourth generation get along pled. Unlike the occupancy of patients, back then? booked, the figures did not look particu- gen and looks onto it. And I grew up with well. The idea appealed to me more and which has “only” doubled. Jutta: Well, Maria set the general course. larly great and the business was not Maria Buchinger in Villa Mariposa, just a more. Now we’ve been here 1½ years, Claus: Helmut Wilhelmi was very much that successful. minute away from the clinic. That means and I must say, I have not regretted the Victor: Did you experience fasting involved in the organization. He very we were also physically present through- decision one bit. We have been very for the first time in the clinic? much dominated key decisions and Katharina: What are the highlights, Jutta and Claus Rohrer at the inauguration of Villa Maria out our childhood. Whenever I introduce well received by all our guests and Claus: No, I fasted for the first time investments. But the good thing was when you look back? in 2012. myself to patients now, they say: “Ah, employees. before I met Jutta, funnily enough. The that I was earned their confidence very Jutta: Our 30th anniversary was lovely! I knew you when you were a child. You story goes like this: A girlfriend at the quickly, including my mother-in-law’s, It was sooo creative! We performed always came to the Flamenco evenings Claus: To what extent has the clinic time was given this book in 1973, and was given free rein relatively early. “Cumpleaños Feliz” (happy birthday) back then!” retained its origins, do you think? as a tango, as a Hungarian czardas, as a needier. They need more peace and Katharina: A lot, I think. Because we had minuet, as a jazz song, etc. I drove to calm, and to find themselves more. Claus: What influenced your decision such a close relationship with Maria Malaga with our dance teacher Miguel I think that will become one of the to come here to Marbella? Buchinger, who learned the origins from to hire costumes and we danced and main challenges in future. Because our Katharina: I am the eldest of the fourth the beginning together with her father, played the different genres and dances world today makes such unbelievable generation. I lived in Stuttgart and in Otto Buchinger. We knew her when she wearing the respective costumes. It was demands on people – especially mental Mannheim for a long time and worked in was still very active, not only as our wonderful!! demands. Our guests now tend to be other companies. Then at some point, grandmother, but also as senior director The team at the clinic in Marbella in the 1990s. A fantastic celebration with 300 guests less ill physically, but spiritually more Raimund Wilhelmi offered me a position of the clinic. The origins – what is im- from Marbella and the surrounding in need. in the clinic in Überlingen. I had already portant, what fasting can do, why it is so area. Claus: But I also see that they are gener- noticed that working in other compa- important to look after each patient in- Claus: I still find it unbelievable that our ally better informed about their health nies was not as fulfilling and had started dividually – I think we learned all that relatively small clinic attracts people than they used to be. The problem is to look around for other options. And from her. When we talk to patients now from all over the world. If you think putting this into practice. so I decided to try my luck in the family they tell us: “I can feel it. I can feel Maria about the different religions and cul- business. What I noticed above all was in some way. tures, the different generations: Our Victor: We are a family-run business. that I was much more motivated and Everything still has her signature. clinic is a place where people coexist in How important do you think this is for enjoyed working much more! When my Please keep it that way.” And we are harmony. I find it really positive that our employees? child was born, I quickly realised I absolutely in agreement that we should something like that is possible in today’s Jutta: We were always a big family. Your wanted to go back to my roots, to Mar- do all we can to retain this, because world. Buchinger Wilhelmi manages to grandmother had a strong influence on bella, where I come from and where my otherwise we would simply no longer create a peaceful world here, where that. She always had close contact with parents live. In family strategy meetings be Buchinger Wilhelmi. We will guard it everyone is happy. all of her staff. She knew who did what, we talked about the future of the com- like a treasure! Jutta: You really notice that at Christ- how they were doing, and knew their pany, and we learned that you want to Victor: That’s a very important point mas. Maybe it has something to do with family situations, etc. gradually take a back seat. So I decided that you mention: We are often re- Jutta and Claus Rohrer with Maria Buchinger, in the mid-1980s in Marbella. fasting, too! I think that we have managed to retain to grasp the opportunity and tell you minded by guests, who have been com-
6 · ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA · 7 Buchinger Wilhelmi Metro Meeting 10th anniversary of the “Junior Activity Programme” in Montreal and major changes ing and endurance exercises in the Buchinger Wilhelmi Activity Programme woods, cycling tours along the lake, can be booked by anyone between 18 stand-up paddling, tennis on our and 35 years of age, who is physically fit outdoor court and much more! and would like to work on their health You will be accompanied by a personal and physical fitness with like-minded trainer at all times. people under medical supervision. Our Outdoor Adventure Activities are As well as personal training (individual available as an all-day, half-day or hourly and in the group), various outings and programme. outdoor activities, there will be two weekends in a mountain chalet for all participants (20 – 22 July and 10 – 12 From summer 2018: August 2018). The Buchinger Wilhelmi Nutritional information and the chance to cook healthy food together round off Activity Programme the programme. And as it is always more fun to do sport together, ask about our www.youtube.com/ For all those who prefer to exercise and “Bring a friend” promotion! watch?v=zxpebxmWbOg lose weight in a group together with Learning new activities together: Windsurfing is just one of many different sports you can try out in the activity like-minded people, we are offering the programme. Buchinger Wilhelmi Activity Programme We spent a memorable evening on 26 April 2017, when we from summer 2018 under a new name. met our Canadian guests in the Phi Centre, a beautiful, What has changed? Above all the name, modern event location at the heart of the old town of Just in time for the 10th anniversary Due to the popularity of these outings, because the word “Junior” was mislead- Montreal. The evening was a successful blend of science, of what used to be our “Junior Activity we are now including them as a perma- ing for some people, as the programme art, food and good company. Programme”, we have decided to re- nent fixture of our programme in 2018 appeals to anyone between 18 and 35 RAIMUND, FRANÇOISE and VICTOR WILHELMI gave talks, vamp it completely. In 2017 we had to under the name “Outdoor Adventure years of age as well as active or youthful which went down very well with our guests, who listened offer the programme in a reduced form Activities”. adults. Apart from that, we have added attentively. due to a drop in demand: Instead, we or- What are our Outdoor Adventure Activi- new content and improved the pro- RAIMUND WILHELMI welcomed the family’s fourth genera- ganised individual elements of the pro- ties all about? They are about doing gramme based on feedback from tion in Marbella and VICTOR WILHELMI talked about his first gramme as Activity Days that were open sports in the fresh air, recreation and previous participants. Experience nature at close quarters on a barefoot months in the clinic’s management. FRANÇOISE WILHELMI to everyone as half- or full-day outings. relaxation in nature, muscle-strengthen- From 15 July to 17 August 2018, the riverbed hike. reported on the results of a study carried out in 2016 with just under 2,000 guests, which confirmed that the Buchinger Wilhelmi fasting programme is “safe, enjoyable and thera- (left) RAIMUND WILHELMI: “Fasting at Buchinger Wilhelmi will give you a slim silhouette and expand your Goodbye to head nurse Victoria Cano – peutically effective”. perspective. It will give you renewed energy.” More than 100 guests enjoyed the evening with lively (top) FRANÇOISE WILHELMI: “Fasting is an interruption of all behavioural patterns and helps you to realign discussions accompanied by music and finger food. A tribute your own way of living. Fasting gives more than it takes. Our study in 2016 with just under 2,000 subjects documents that fasting at Buchinger Wilhelmi is safe, enjoyable and therapeutically effective.” (above) VICTOR WILHELMI: “Healthy eating and fasting– if done properly – means intensive enjoyment.” Victoria Cano is leaving her She has managed to lead an extremely competent team of nurses with job as head nurse after almost discipline and yet loving devotion. The highlight of the evening was a talk 42 years in service, and She was a guardian angel for Maria by Dr. RICHARD BÉLIVEAU, director of the Buchinger right up to her death. Laboratory of Molecular Medicine at handing over the position And she was a great support for Jutta Hôpital Sainte-Justine in Montreal and to her successor. and Claus when they first arrived in Professor of Biochemistry at the Univer- Marbella. sité du Québec. He holds two chairs for Nobody else has experienced She is one of those people who are the prevention and treatment of cancer irreplaceable! and neurosurgery as well as carrying the development of the clinic I am delighted for her that she can now out research at the Centre for Oncology from its beginnings to the look forward to retirement, a new life at McGill University. free of schedules and duties. But at the He captivated the audience with his present time quite as directly same time I am very sad, because she rhetoric skills and humour in explaining ISABELLE SOMERS with her family (below left) assisted highly complex scientific topics. as Victoria. Dr. José Manuel leaves a void in my heart. I hope that this new phase of your life us in discovering Canada and Montreal. Together with As documented by Dr. Béliveau in numer- García-Verdugo devotes a (in Spanish we say “Jubilación” for retire- LAURENT BERGERON, she organised the evening and the ous studies and twelve books, cancer accompanying programme: artist PHILIPP VAN EETVELT is a chronic disease that results from an loving tribute to her. ment, from “júbilo” – jubilation!) is a time presented his paintings, jazz trio MAUDE LOCAT accompa- Dr. José Manuel García-Verdugo and Victoria Cano. of complete happiness for you, dear unhealthy lifestyle. He recommends a nied the celebrations until late into the night; and chef Vicky, and that your private dreams plant-based diet with plenty of second- de cuisine ALEXANDRE SOMERS from Montreal served will all come true! ary vegetable substances found in abundance in raw fruit and vegetables. He refers to these as delicious finger food prepared according to Buchinger “On my first day working at Buchinger confidante and my right hand ... You leave behind a true friend, who “anti-cancer molecules” that can be found, for example, in green tea, berries, turmeric, various spices, Wilhelmi and mocktail creations by SAM DALCOURT to Wilhelmi clinic, long ago on 6 January We have experienced wonderful and values you from the bottom of his leek, onions and many other vegetables. www.richardbeliveau.org accompany the fasting talks. 1981, one of the first people I was intro- also painful moments together, as well heart.” duced to was Victoria Cano. as renewing experiences. Dr. José Manuel García-Verdugo A graceful figure with dark hair and eyes, She was always there when I needed her, she had a gentle look that was neverthe- always ready to help me in any situation. less alert and revealed intelligence and The word NO does not feature in her vo- leadership. We greeted the Spanish way cabulary. with a kiss on each cheek. From that She is always open and frank and is moment on, she became my friend, my exceptionally empathetic.
8 · ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA · 9 “Therapeutic fasting: Retain the original, supplement, mimick” Maria Buchinger Foundation Award 2017 International Medical Congress in Überlingen goes to Dr. Yvon Le Maho On 24 and 25 June 2017, the eactivates the genes responsible for d or micronutrients can often be very ef- ing author (see book tips on page 11) The Maria Buchinger ian Institute (University of Strasbourg) ageing processes. Other genes promote fective. However, most standard detox and fasting specialist Prof. Andreas and the Centre of Science in Monaco. Medical Association for cell repair, autophagy and, during re- diets mainly work due to their lower Michalsen, provided an overview of the Foundation Award 2017 was He is a member of the Academy of Fasting and Nutrition (ÄGHE) feeding after fasting, the renewal of calorie count. latest research into fasting. presented to Yvon Le Maho, Sciences in the department of Integra- cells from dormant stem cells. Yvon Le Maho opened the congress with tive Biology. together with Buchinger At the same time, physical exercise his speech on the physiology of fasting an internationally renowned Dr. Le Maho and his team have spent triggers a metabolic adjustment that Therapeutic fasting: Mimick in various animal species, in particular several decades researching sponta- Wilhelmi Clinic and the Maria researcher and long-standing has a positive effect on various systems. the Antarctic penguin. neous fasting in animals, above all in Buchinger Foundation invited How long does one have to fast to trig- Valter Longo carries out research on the Eva Lischka, President of the ÄGHE, pre- friend of Buchinger Wilhelmi. emperor penguins. His numerous publi- ger these effects? Between 14 and 16 impact of fasting at the University of sented impressive case studies from the cations on the physiology of fasting guests to its biennial fasting hours, in other words a long night of Southern California in Los Angeles and Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics. offer valuable insights and significant congress in the auditorium of fasting is enough to achieve the positive in Milan. He has made some impressive Stefan Brunnhuber, a psychiatrist from The award honours his lifelong scientific scientific support for long-term fasting effects. One or two days of fasting a observations in his attempts to extend Leipzig, described the five psychological research into the metabolism of various and its therapeutic benefits in practice. Salem International College week are recommended as intermittent the healthy lifespan of various animal stages of fasting that give rise to a per- animal species during fasting. in Überlingen. fasting. Alternatively, periodic long-term species and cell cultures. We owe the ception of self-efficacy. Stefan Drinda fasting from several days to weeks as renewed interest in fasting in the scien- presented the results of fasting on The award ceremony took place during Le Maho fights for biodiversity practised at Buchinger Wilhelmi tific world to him. diabetes and treating a fatty liver, both the congress “Therapeutic fasting: The event, which is held every two years achieves the same effect in a condensed As a longevity specialist, he is now trying of which are improved through fasting. Retain the original, supplement, mimick”, His strictly scientific approach, his abso- and is attended by hundreds of fasting form. to reproduce some of the effects of fast- Edith Wehage from Oldenburg empha- organised in Überlingen in cooperation lute integrity and his tireless struggle experts, has the purpose of reviewing The current trend is towards alternating ing with an 800 to 1200-calorie diet with- sized the importance of essential fatty with the Medical Association for Fasting for the respect of life and biological current scientific research on fasting. phases of food intake with long gaps out animal protein and with very few acids, especially linseed oil, for mem- and Nutrition, Buchinger Wilhelmi clin- diversity have inspired him to frequently The aim of this year’s title was to draw between eating until you feel real hun- carbohydrates. brane permeability and the immune ics and the Maria Buchinger Foundation. take a courageous stance, e.g. against attention to current developments in ger. His has called this diet developed by his system. The laudation was held by Professor the construction of buildings in the larly. His personal experience supports The Maria Buchinger Foundation is the “fasting market”. During fasting, cell division slows down, company L-Nutra “Fasting mimicking Finally, Kurt Mosetter impressed the Valter Longo, an internationally Antarctic that would have considerably the findings of his research: Emperor honoured to present its award to symptoms of inflammation are reduced diet” – a diet that imitates fasting. audience with his talk on “Nutrition in recognised researcher of fasting and disrupted the life of animals living there. penguins are not the only creatures with enthusiastic and untiring researchers and the brain’s metabolism stabilises. competitive sports”. longevity. He has criticized ringing birds and de- the ability to adjust to fasting, as he like Dr. Le Maho: Therapeutic fasting: This is why current research focuses on This first-rate congress was supported fended scientific research into the ef- previously thought. The same physiolog- 2011 Prof. C. Uhlemann, Jena Three dimensions of fasting Retain the original the possibilities of influencing epilepsy, by 41 sponsors from Überlingen and the Yvon Le Maho, born in Normandy in 1947, fects of genetically modified organisms ical ability to adapt to long-term fasting 2013 Prof. V. Longo, Los Angeles Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis surrounding region. is an emeritus Director of Research at (GMO). can be found in almost all animal spe- 2015 Dr. H. Fahrner and Dr. H. Lützner, Fasting is the physiological ability of as well as Alzheimer’s and even cancer Buchinger Wilhelmi, a long-time advo- The congress was filmed by RAI and can CNRS, the Hubert Curien Pluridisciplinar- Yvon Le Maho and his family fast regu- cies – including humans. Überlingen humans and animals to live off their through fasting. cate of medically supervised therapeu- be viewed at: www.raiplay.it fat reserves when no food is available. tic fasting in a clinic, cultivates the three Recent publications show that the dimensions of fasting: the medical, hu- change in the body’s metabolism to Therapeutic fasting: man and spiritual dimensions. That sets burning fat triggered by fasting has numerous therapeutic effects: It causes Supplement us apart from the many “nutritional strategies”, very few of which take Impressive results from the world’s largest fasting a decline in blood sugar levels, insulin and IGF1 values and an increase in ke- Various detox diets are currently all the rage and promise calorie reduction with into account the holistic aspect of fasting. study at Buchinger Wilhelmi tose levels, reduces fat in the blood and various supplements. Medically speak- This international congress with eleven regulates the blood pressure. It also ing, individual supplements with macro top-class speeches, chaired by bestsell- “Fasting has a positive impact such a large number of participants. sure. In addition to these positive A total of 1, 901 people took part in the effects of fasting, more than 93 % of on a person’s well-being, study. Around 94 % fasted, while the test persons claimed they did not helps to get rid of superfluous remaining 6 % completed a calorie- feel hungry. Nobody ended their fast reduced diet of 800 or 1, 200 kcal/day. prematurely. pounds and is at the same time enjoyable” – these are In a first evaluation, we examined pa- The conclusive results of the study will tients who had fasted between 4 and be published in a prestigious trade some of the key findings of 21 days (1, 422 people). The detection of magazine in 2018. Besides supporting the scientific survey. ketones in their urine confirmed that the research, the survey is intended to con- fasting metabolism was activated in all trol and improve internal processes. 1 2 3 4 5 participants. The average change in We are therefore delighted that the The aim of the observation study carried their body weight and their sense of study will also be carried out in our clinic out in 2016 was to document that fast- well-being in the course of fasting in our in Marbella from the beginning of next (1) Valter Longo, Los Angeles (2) Andreas Michalsen, Berlin. ing is safe, therapeutically efficient and clinic is shown in the chart below. Con- year. We hope that we can count on your (3) Miriam Bredella, Harvard Professor for Radiology and a regular DR. BUDWIG SUBSCRIPTION brightens the mood. These are things siderable improvements were also ob- support and would like to thank you in faster, presented her work on the effects of overeating and that we know from experience but have served in metabolic risk factors, e.g. a advance for your willingness to take Organic LINSEED OIL products malnutrition on various fatty tissues and on the bones not yet been scientifically proven with reduction in their girth and blood pres- part. (4) Françoise Wilhelmi de Toledo advocated the experience of holis- Buchinger Wilhelmi Selection tic fasting that is more than simply a detox diet (5) Drs. Wittrock, Lischka and Lischka, Überlingen (6) Niklaus Brantschen SJ, 0 never hungry > 93 % persons 9 The best way to ensure an optimum intake 6 7 8 Lassalle House Schönbrunn, talked about the spiritual dimension of Omega-3 is by integrating Budwig Creme of fasting and the importance of silence: “Not eating is fasting, 8 emotional into your daily breakfast routine. Subscribe -3 to Dr. Budwig with the products of your not speaking is silence, not thinking is meditation, all three are and important for a person’s inner health.” (7) Panel discussion with weight physical choice. Your contract can be modified or 7 change well- terminated at any time. A. Michalsen, M. Bredella, Y. Le Maho and F. Wilhelmi de Toledo (kg) -6 being (8) Around 300 people attended the congress (9 + 11) Evening trip 6 (0 – 10) bestellung@dr-johanna-budwig.de on the lake (10) José Manuel García-Verdugo, Marbella www.dr-johanna-budwig.de/shop -9 5 The world’s largest study on fasting at Buchinger Wilhelmi Clinic in 2016, with 1,422 adult volunteers, 9 10 11 0 5 10 15 20 no drop-outs, by Wilhelmi de Toledo F., Grundler F., fasting days Michalsen A.
10 · ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA ÜBERLINGEN AND MARBELLA · 11 A picture says more than New Kneipp facility a thousand words in Überlingen The “family board” addresses the ability of our brains to visualise situations and intuitively take the “right” course of ac- tion. “For many patients, a stay in our clinic is Zwischen den Welten Heilen mit der Kraft La dieta della part of a change process that has often daheim der Natur longevità started before they arrive. Exactly what Niklaus Brantschen Prof. Dr. Andreas Michalsen Valter Longo changes and how is of course highly indi- vidual. A one-size-fits-all solution would be inappropriate in this situation,” says Niklaus Brantschen SJ is Conventional medicine so A long, healthy life, according Dr. Lisa Green, psychotherapist at at home between worlds: in far excludes naturopathy to Prof. Valter Longo, is primar- Buchinger Wilhelmi. Je mange bio, the Western Christian world, from its range of treatment, ily the result of eating healthy The “family board” comprises wooden in the Zen Buddhist world, in and yet two-thirds of all food and fasting regularly. Constellations using a “family responsable et bon figures that represent people or issues. the world of the Jesuit Order patients want to be treated He has published numerous board” are one of the most By simply positioning them on the board Hubert Hohler, and in the secular world. using naturopathic methods. studies that document the and asking relevant systemic questions, Dr. Karl von Koerber He draws fundamental in- Many doctors see these as success of various fasting effective instruments in the therapist can suddenly offer a new sights into human relation- household remedies without methods and a drastic reduc- systemic therapy to create perspective on things, which would “… what if food and fasting were the most effective levers ships from his memories, any scientific basis. “Wrong”, tion of sugar and animal have remained hidden in a normal con- to protect the environment?” helping us to find orientation says Prof. Andreas Michalsen: protein in the treatment and new life visions, reveal inner versation. This new way of looking at Hubert Hohler, head chef at Buchinger Wilhelmi in in an increasingly complex “Modern naturopathy is sci- prevention of cancer, cardio- conflicts and interpersonal things helps patients to re-establish a Überlingen since 1995, and Dr. Karl von Koerber address world. entifically proven and is the vascular diseases, diabetes connection to their feelings and find out the topic of globalisation in the context of food produc- Niklaus Brantschen SJ is a only answer to the rising and degenerative illnesses. relationship patterns, and at what changes feel “right”. tion in their book and offer some fascinating insights. long-time friend of the clinic number of chronic illnesses.” Prof. Longo is a regular the same time find solutions If no “good” solution can be found for Last year, we installed a large Kneipp facility at the centre of our eight new thematic gardens. “Everything can be globalised, not just food production. and the family. He offers Prof. Dr. Andreas Michalsen speaker at our events. He problems or decisions through talking or Framed by a barefoot path with stones, pieces of wood and blunt fragments of glass, it is the heart The way I eat influences the Earth’s climate. Let us learn courses in Zen meditation. is scientific advisor to invites us to his Longevity for them. thinking about them, they can often be of our new outdoor facility. In line with the holistic health concept of Pastor Sebastian Kneipp to cook for the good of the planet!” Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics. Summer School in Genoa ISBN 978-3-8436-0965-4 solved using a systemic constellation. (1821 – 1897) based on five pillars – balance, exercise, water, herbs and nutrition – it is an ideal ISBN 978-2-88911-913-4 The Joy of Sustainable Eating / ISBN: 978 313 172451 9 approx. 22.00 EUR (in German) every year. ISBN 978-3-458-17698-5 At the very least, the dynamics of a prob- complement to the existing health services we offer. 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Victoria Cano as the latest scientific findings Florence regularly honour us “Happiness week” with Florence Servan-Schreiber at Buchinger Wilhelmi LAYOUT MetaDesign, Ursula Perwein on the topic of fasting, then with a visit. in Überlingen: 28. 5. – 2. 6.2018 Printed on 100 % recycled paper. follow us on Facebook at (see events on page 12) All members of this large family write Perla Servan-Schreiber: SWISS TELEVISION BUCHINGER WILHELMI BODENSEE Buchinger Wilhelmi Bodensee and publish books on a combination “I know very little. But at 73 years of age, Wilhelm-Beck-Straße 27 or Buchinger Wilhelmi of culture, education, life experience, I know that life is easier than we think.” 88662 Überlingen The programme healthy common sense and humour. Her book “Ce que la vie m’a appris” GERMANY Marbella. T +49 7551 807-0 “gesundheitheute” reported Jean-Louis Servan-Schreiber: (What life has taught me) is the result “Will we all be swept away by the up- of discussions held with young friends. www.buchinger-wilhelmi.com on therapeutic fasting heavals that we humans have created? They asked her many questions that Or inversely, will our children be super- were practical, moving, new and at yet BUCHINGER WILHELMI MARBELLA Last year, Dr. Fürst, presenter of the men, demigods, almighty and wise? the same time eternal. Their curiosity Avda. Buchinger 15 television programme “gesundheit Both optimists and pessimists have in “what life was like before” was bound- “Anyone who is spiritually inspired and constantly strives for more must read.” heute”, came to Überlingen to fast. 29602 Marbella convincing arguments.” less. SPAIN (Dr. Otto Buchinger – On the Hygiene of the Inner Person, 1947) She wanted to investigate the topic If you share the best pictures from T +34 952 76 43 00 more closely in a “self-test”. She incor- your stay under the hashtag www.buchinger-wilhelmi.es porated her experience in a documen- #BuchingerWilhelmi with a link to the In September 2017 we opened a new books on the inspiring region of Lake tary film that was broadcast on Swiss location of our clinics, you have the library in the salon of the Main Building Constance. television on 6 January 2018 and can chance to win one of many great prizes. at our clinic in Überlingen that creates a Those who prefer to read novels and also be seen on www.gesundheit- For example something from Buchinger cosy atmosphere in the room. Guests lighter literature should take a look in heute.ch. The programme also feat Wilhelmi’s choice of products or a can find beautiful, interesting cookery the new bookshelves in the auditorium ures an interview with Dr. Wilhelmi voucher for your next stay at our clinic. books, but also more highbrow reading of Villa Larix. They include books in nu- de Toledo, who describes therapeutic Find more information on our home- in German, English and French on the merous languages, including Arabic, fasting from her perspective and page at www.buchinger-wilhelmi.com. topics of medicine, psychology, health, Russian, Turkish and Spanish. experience. We look forward to your contributions! spirituality and politics as well as We would like to thank all of our guests News 2017 e (2.0) 18.12.2017 biographies of significant personalities. who contribute to keeping our choice of A special section is also dedicated to novels alive!
Events 2018 BODENSEE Events 2018 MARBELLA The Buchinger Wilhelmi Activity Programme Hiking Weeks * Sun. 15. 07. – Sat. 18. 08. NE W Mid-February to the end of April For all those who want to exercise and lose weight with like-minded people. We are extending our usual programme to include additional tours along the The Buchinger Wilhelmi Activity Programme can be booked by anyone between beach and in the mountains. As always, they are accompanied by trained guides. 18 and 35 years of age, who is physically fit and would like to work on their health You can choose between different walking groups depending on the degree of and fitness. As well as personal training (individual and in the group), various difficulty and your fitness level. outings and outdoor activities, there will be two weekends in a mountain chalet again for all participants (20 – 22.07 and 10 – 12.08.2018). Ask about our “Bring a friend” promotion! Workshop “Health begins in the ground” * In German and English. February, April, July, November (see website for dates) To be healthy, we need healthy food. We would like to take you on a discovery The Way to the Inner Self – Zen Meditation tour from the soil to your plate, accompanied by Alejandro Orioli, who is also responsible for our organic garden, and head chef Fernando Sánchez. with Dr. Christian Kuhn * In Spanish and English. Mon. 19. 02. – Fri. 02. 03. Mon. 24. 09. – Fri. 05. 10. Mon. 19. 11. – Fri. 30. 11. Mon. 19. 03. – Fri. 30. 03. Mon. 22. 10. – Fri. 02. 11. Mon. 10. 12. – Fri. 21. 12. During these periods, Dr. Christian Kuhn offers motivational talks on spiritual Yoga Seminar “Asanas and Pranayama” topics (in German) several times during the week and two Zen meditation sessions April (see website for dates) every week day. The programme includes practical yoga exercises (asanas and pranayama). With Nathalie Anthony and Manuel Medina, international yoga teachers who trained at the Kaivalyadhama Institute. Yin Yoga – Meditation Weeks * In French and Spanish. Mon. 02. 04. – Sat. 14. 04. Mon. 16. 07. – Sat. 21. 07. Mon. 03. 12. – Sat. 08. 12. With Gilbert Grimeau, Meersburg. The very gentle stretching and limbering-up exercises in yin yoga are an ideal way of preparing your body for meditation. Art Week “Spring into ART” Every day, you will learn various meditation techniques: breathing meditation, Tues. 03. 04. – Fri. 06. 04. mindfulness meditation, Japa meditation (mantra), chakra meditation, walking This spring, we offer you a painting course in the fresh air, where you can take full meditation. advantage of the light and energy at this time of year. Everyone is invited to join in! In German and English. The course will be led by Enar Cruz, art teacher at the clinic. Mind Body Soul Days * Starlite Festival Marbella Thurs. 28. 12. ’17 – Wed. 03. 01. Fri. 30. 03. – Mon. 02. 04. (Easter) July and August Fri. 09. 03. – Sun. 11. 03. Mon. 06. 08. – Sat. 11. 08. Fri. 28. 12. – Thurs. 03. 01.’19 Anastacia, Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, and many more have performed in Marbella’s A new, special programme offered by Dr. Anne Brunner from Munich. Mind Body beautiful open-air amphitheatre in recent years. www.starlitefestival.com Soul exercises focus on the interaction between the body, mind and soul to achieve holistic healing. Various methods are offered alternately: fascial training, Pilates, yoga, yin yoga/deep slow stretch. In German and English. Refreshing Summertime Activities * July and August In July and August, we will be enhancing our varied weekly programme with Life Choices – summertime activities like beach volleyball, Aqua-Relax, and games and sports Navigating your Own Life * in the pool. There will also be a delicious vegetarian barbecue every week. Thurs. 18. 01. / Fri. 19. 01. Thurs. 13. 09. / Fri. 14. 09. Thurs. 15. 03. / Fri. 16. 03. Thurs. 18. 10. / Fri. 19. 10. Mon. 14. 05. – Fri. 18. 05. (week before Whitsun) Thurs. 06. 12. / Fri. 07. 12. Concert Highlights of the Season Thurs. 12. 07. / Fri. 13. 07. April Concert/international music competition Maria Canals with the music association Música con Encanto Psychological lectures with Bernd Isensee, psychologist from Rottenburg. July Benefit jazz concert Lectures on topics like “Eating Consciously” and “Living Consciously” as well as August Summer party* for our guests “Emotional Intelligence”, “Dreams and Their Interpretation” and “Self-Guidance”. September Benefit Flamenco evening In German. October Concert* with the music association Música con Encanto ART Weeks * “Yoga and Ayurveda”: Seminar with Sudhir Tiwari Sun. 22. 04. – Sun. 29. 04. “Spring” into ART Sat. 06. 10. – Sun. 07. 10. Sun. 07. 10. – Sun. 14. 10. Autumn Colours Sun. 24. 06. – Sun. 01. 07. Sunny ART Yoga master Sudhir Tiwari from the Kaivalyadhama Institut in Lonavala, India, is holding this seminar for a deeper understanding of health based on the Enjoy a creative experience under the guidance of Getrud Kemmerling. teachings of Ayurvedic medicine. The course also includes practical yoga exercises (kriyas, asanas, pranayama, meditation techniques). In Spanish and English. Happiness Week * Mon. 28. 05. – Sat. 02. 06. Florence Servan-Schreiber from Paris is an author who offers workshops for corporations and holds lectures on positive psychology and the science of happiness. During Happiness Week, she will show you how to create your own happiness and mobilise your own “superpowers”! In English and French. * Free of charge as part of our Buchinger Wilhelmi programme. SUBJECT TO CHANGE! CONTACT PLEASE CHECK THE DATES ON OUR HOMEPAGE! MARBELLA +34 952 76 43 07 WWW.BUCHINGER-WILHELMI.COM ÜBERLINGEN +49 75 51 807-870
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