A Schrothkur in Oberstaufen in Allgäu

The 4 basic elements of the Schroth Cure

This naturopathic treatment called the Schroth Cure consists of 4 basic elements: The Schroth Cure diet, the Schroth Cure packs that boost your metabolism, the Schroth Cure regulated fluid intake and rest and exercise. What this exactly means will be explained in detail in the following:

Schroth Cure diet

The calorie reduced diet is based on the principle of a fasting cure with a low irritability, rich in alkaline based vegetables, free from animal protein and fat and almost salt-free. There is a daily intake of less than 1.000 calories and because this is under the norm, it is essential to be accompanied by a cure doctor during a Schroth Cure.

Even though you have to do without certain ingredients during the cure, Helmut Beng, the Head Chef at the Rosenalp, creates delicious meals all within the strict regulations of the Schroth Cure diet: you will be served fresh seasonal vegetables, fruit and fresh herbs from the garden will be added to provide a great taste. You may find the first couple of days difficult, but once you have adjusted you won’t feel hungry at all and the weight will start to drop off.

The effects of the Schroth Cure diet

• Due to the low irritability and alkaline based nutrition the metabolism is relieved
• The body can concentrate on finding the energy to detoxify and cleanse.
• Blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose levels are reduced.
• In the long term, the risk of heart attacks or strokes decrease.

Schroth Cure packs

You will be woken up in the early hours of the morning, from 4 a.m. onwards, by a qualified Schroth Cure therapist, called the "Packer", with a cup of hot herbal tea served in your room. The detox process has already begun. During this time the Packer prepares your bed with the Schroth Cure pack: Afterwards, fresh out of bed, the well warmed body is wrapped in a moist cold linen sheet. Hot water bottles are added to the pack and the body is then covered up with thick blankets, where you rest for approximately 2 hours. Most people shudder just at the thought of being wrapped in a moist, cold body pack so early in the morning. This soon changes after the first few experiences and people become enthusiastic instead. After just a few minutes the pack becomes warm and cosy.

The effects of the Schroth Cure packs

• The body’s temperature rises and starts to sweat- a type of healing fever sets in.
• The metabolism is stimulated, toxins, wastes and residues are flushed out.
• The immune system is activated.
• Inner organs are eased, bacterial growth is restrained.
• It helps with pain relief and has an antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory effect.
• The skin texture is improved and the connective tissue is strengthened.

 

 

Regulated fluid intake

The rhythmic change between days when you drink large amounts and days when you drink little, supports the natural tissue drainage and helps to detoxify the body: toxins are filtered in to the viscous blood during the "dry" days. Then during the "drinking" days the wastes and residues are flushed out of the body.
The rhythmic change in the quantity of fluids is individually prescribed by the Schroth Cure doctor. Water, herbal teas, fruit juices and certain quantities of wine are allowed.

Rest and exercise

The fourth basic element of the Schroth Cure – rest and exercise – should be adapted to your regulated fluid intake days and to your personal cure plan: use the "dry" days to rest so your body can regenerate and relax.

A visit to the Rosenalp Spa, have a massage, enjoy a treatment or take part in our relaxation programme, from our exercise and mental health offers here at the Rosenalp. All of these activities are ideal for the resting days.

Be active on the “drinking” days: take part in our active & fitness programme: the courses available from our active & fitness programme can be enjoyed outdoors in the Allgäu countryside. The sporting activities boost your metabolism and in turn stimulate your fat reduction.

Who would benefit from a Schroth Cure?

The Schroth Cure is a naturopathic treatment to help the body to detox and cleanse itself and is always being adapted to suit the ever changing needs of people and current illnesses for 180 years. Oberstaufen is the only town in Germany recognised as a Schroth Cure Health Spa and the Hotel Rosenalp has 45 years of experience within this field.

In today's modern way of life there are many factors which come together and cause illness: poor nutrition, emotional and physical stress, lack of exercise and high demands on everyday life and work. These cause the diseases resulting from modern day civilisation. The effective detoxification and de-acidifying of the body are essential for your good health. The Original Oberstaufen Schroth Cure is a holistic naturopathic treatment that works positively against various indications:

Approved therapeutic indications

Metabolic disorders

• overweight, obesity, increased cholesterol and blood lipid levels
• fatty liver
• Diabetes mellitus type 2
• Metabolic syndrome
• raised levels of uric acid, gout
• kidney stones

Heart and vascular diseases

• high blood pressure
• arteriosclerosis
• coronary heart disease

Chronic inflammations

• sinusitis
• chronic bronchitis
• inflammation of the genitourinary system
• susceptibility to infections

Chronic intoxications

• medication
• nicotine
• heavy metals

Diseases of the musculoskeletal system

• spinal disease
• arthroses
• polyarthritis
• rheumatoid diseases
• soft tissue rheumatism

Gastro intestinal disorders

• irritable colon
• chronic constipation
• diverticulosis

Skin diseases

• eczemas
• acne
• allergies
• neurodermatitis
• psoriasis

Migraines
Menopausal symptoms
Menstrual problems
Water retention
Underactive thyroid gland

Is the Schroth Cure suitable for diabetics?

Currently in Germany every eighth person is diabetic. The amount of people suffering from diabetes is on the rise worldwide. This civilisation disease- diabetes mellitus- is being treated successfully due to the Schroth Cure, with positive long lasting results. What started off as positive feedback reports after having undertaken a Schroth Cure, by diabetic patients, has since been scientifically proven as effective, due to a 2 year diabetes pilot study. The lifestyle and functional capabilities of sufferers can be improved by a Schroth Cure. It is a known fact that months later after the cure, sufferers of type 2 diabetes, have been able to reduce their medication, and even some have reported that they could do without using any antidiabetic drugs and doses of insulin.

The first positive effects can be felt after a two week Schroth Cure, but more efficient results are achieved with a three week Schroth Cure.

Can I claim reimbursement on my expenses of a Schroth Cure or receive a subsidy?

The Hotel Rosenalp in Oberstaufen is a licensed and recognised health sanatorium. This is why you can receive a reimbursement or a subsidy of your expenses for a Schroth Cure from your health insurance, according to the German Health Care System, paragraph 30 GeWO und §107 SGB V (2).
The following requirements are necessary:

• The medical necessity of a cure has to be attested by your doctor and prescribed.
• Before your arrival at the Rosenalp, your Schroth Cure stay and your cure spa services have to be approved by your health insurance subsidy office. You can download the relevant documents here.

Further questions and useful suggestions

What Schroth Cure offers are there?
You can do a 7, 14 or 21 day Schroth Cure at the Rosenalp. The one week cure is ideal just to try it out. You will obtain better results with a two week cure and ideal is a three week cure. You will receive the best service and medical support and will stay in lovely surroundings, whichever offer you choose.

Please note that the medical and therapeutic care and services included in our arrangements are carried out by freelance staff and therefore we assume no liability.

Schroth Cure-guideline
We have tried to convey a comprehensive account of the Schroth Cure. More detailed information can be obtained at the Oberstaufen Tourist Information Centre. Ask for the English Schroth Cure-guideline brochure or click on the link to download a PDF brochure in English.