Leberwickel beim Basenfasten: Anleitung, Wirkung und Tipps

Liver wraps are a popular method of supporting the liver in its function and detoxifying it during alkaline fasting. The liver plays an important role in detoxifying the body and can be overloaded by an unbalanced diet and an unhealthy lifestyle.

Aber auch bei der Umstellung zu einer besonders gesunden, entschlackenden und entgiftenden Ernährung wie beim Alkaline fasting according to Wacker, helfen Leberwickel bei der Ausscheidung von Giftstoffen und Stoffwechselabfällen während sich der Körper regeneriert.

What is a liver compress - and why is it so helpful during alkaline fasting?

A liver compress consists of a damp, hot clothwhich is placed on the liver region (right upper abdomen). It is then fixed in place with a dry cloth or hot water bottle to retain heat and moisture. The heat is intended to improve blood flow to the liver and thus optimise its detoxification function. This also stimulates the gallbladder, which favours the outflow of bile and can speed up the detoxification process.

Especially during an alkaline fasting cure, in which the body is preparing Detoxification and regeneration the liver can be effectively relieved with liver compresses.

Step-by-step instructions: Application of liver compresses

Prepare the cloth

• Use a Linen or cotton cloth.
• Soak it in hot water (not boiling, but pleasantly warm).

Apply a wrap

• Place the warm cloth on the Liver region (right upper abdomen).
• Make sure that the temperature is not too high for your skin.

Heat storage

• Secure the cloth with a dry towel or use a hot water bottle.
• This keeps the heat in for longer.

Application time

• 30 minutes are recommended. Many people leave the compress on for longer in the evening or even all night.
• In the meantime, you can lie down and relax or read.

Resting

• Remove the wrap and then rest for a few minutes so that your body can fully absorb the soothing warmth.

Drink enough during alkaline fasting and liver compresses

A sufficient Fluid intake is particularly important during alkaline fasting, and this also applies during the application of liver compresses. Alkaline drinks are ideal, such as Still water, Herbal tea or Alkaline vegetable broths. They help to flush the liver and flush out toxins. As the metabolism is also stimulated during alkaline fasting, your body needs more fluid to optimally eliminate waste products.

• Rule of thumbDaily 2.5 - 3 litres Liquid.
• AvoidCaffeinated drinks such as coffee or black tea and, of course, alcohol.

With sufficient fluids, you usually feel more vital and energisedwhich has an overall positive effect on your alkaline fasting experience.

Relaxation for body and soul: liver compresses during alkaline fasting

Liver compresses not only have a physical effect, but can also improve the parasympathetic nervous system have a positive influence. The parasympathetic system is responsible for putting the body in a state of calm and helping it to cope with stress. A liver wrap therefore combines physical detoxification with a soothing effect. psychological relief.

TipIf you apply the liver compress in the evening, it can provide deep relaxation before going to bed. Use this time to read, listen to music or simply switch off.

The connection between the liver and emotions

In der Traditionellen Chinesischen Medizin (TCM) wird die Leber mit Emotionen verbunden, insbesondere mit Wut und Ärger. Nach dieser Vorstellung wirken sich Stress und Überforderung auf die Leber aus – und umgekehrt.

Viele erleben den Leberwickel deshalb auch als Moment, um innerlich loszulassen. Achte bei deiner nächsten Basenfasten-Kur also nicht nur auf deinen Körper, sondern auch auf deinen emotionalen Zustand – und gönn dir mit dem Leberwickel bewusst eine Pause.

Liver wrap at the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus

In the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus we offer you the ideal conditions for using liver compresses regularly during your alkaline fast:

• You will receive a Kettle in your room so that you can prepare hot water for the compress quickly and easily.
• In our Wellness area With four saunas (including an infrared sauna), you can gain additional energy by sweating. Detoxification processes stimulate.
• For every alkaline fasting guest a Detoxifying alkaline massage to promote blood and lymphatic circulation.

Mit dem Rundum-sorglos-Paket für Basenfastengäste kannst du dich voll auf die Entspannung einlassen und nicht nur körperlich, sondern auch emotional loslassen.