. . . With Progress Into the Future November 2025 My dear friends, colleagues and supporters, I must admit as we approach the holidays and the end of another year, I found sitting down to write this monthly commentary challenging. There are still so many aspects of the virus and political situations that are discouraging and negative, that I went looking for something – anything – that would be positive and encouraging as we approach the change into another season and another year. It was a challenge, but well [...]

Energy and Exhaustion Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Possibilities and Opportunities of Complementary Procedures Especially since the emergence of Long- and Post-COVID syndromes, chronic fatigue syndrome has stepped into public awareness much more clearly. For those affected, this clinical picture can mean a significant restriction of their previous life. Like a chameleon, it is very difficult to assess and can be associated with a wide variety of symptoms. Those affected are often very desperate and feel left alone because research here is still [...]

Wounds & Scars What Influence Do Scars Have On Our Wellbeing? Recognizing and Treating Energetic Interference Fields Scars are visible signs of injuries, operations or even small mishaps of everyday life. They remind us of strokes of fate and challenges, but also of healing processes. But what many people don't know is that scars can leave much more than just skin marks. They can have profound effects on physical and mental well-being. They often form energetic blockages in the body that disrupt the natural flow [...]

Stabilizing the Nervous System Holistic Therapy of Polyneuropathy Polyneuropathy is the presence of a systemic disease in which damage to the peripheral nervous system occurs. As a result, the function of the affected nerves is disturbed. Since several nerves or nerve structures are affected, this is called polyneuropathy (Greek poly = several). The prevalence of polyneuropathy in Germany is two to three percent of the general population. In the group of over 55-year-olds, it is even eight percent. Symptoms of Polyneuropathy [...]

Main Focus A Dreaded Symptom Picture Polyneuropathy and the Possibilities of Naturopathy For those in a hurry Naturopathy can offer many starting points for polyneuropathy to alleviate symptoms, avoid side effects and increase well-being. In addition to input from Hildegard von Bingen, Dr. Schuessler and homeopathy, among others, you will also find mental considerations in this article. Polyneuropathy is a dreaded symptom picture that is usually the result of other diseases. At the same time, problematic accompanying symptoms can appear. Although polyneuropathy is not yet [...]

September 2025 My dear friends, colleagues and supporters, I simply cannot think of any greater news nor a more exciting announcement. After four years of research, recovery and transition, I am so very pleased to announce that the recently completed (well for now, anyway) OIRF.COM website has gone live! Welcome! My gratitude is unbounding for my tech support, Chad Jerrett of JR Direct IT & Marketing Services in Delta, BC Canada. Chad initially worked for OIRF as my assistant back in the mid-1990s prior to our move to the [...]

With All Senses Tinnitus and Naturopathic Therapy Tinnitus can occur at any age. The adverse effects of tinnitus can be very different. Tinnitus is a symptom and can be caused by non-organic or organic causes. Suddenly occurring persistent ringing in the ears (whistling, hissing, roaring, ringing, buzzing) is referred to as acute tinnitus. If the ringing in the ears persists for more than 3 months, it is called chronic tinnitus. A distinction is made between subjective and objective tinnitus. Subjective tinnitus [...]

Sensory Organs The Many Faces of Tinnitus Inspiration from the Naturopathic Practice Hardly any other symptom is as feared and ambivalent as tinnitus. Those affected know what major restrictions on quality of life can be associated with this. Many of them have a veritable odyssey of examinations and treatment attempts of various procedures behind them in order to at least experience relief. Therapeutically, it should be said that there is no one method that is promising for tinnitus. Rather, it takes [...]

Focal Point Toxic Environment Influence on Neurodegenerative Diseases Pollutants can be found both in stimulants* as well as in the environment and even influence the onset of Parkinson's disease. Nevertheless, by the correct application of detoxification therapy, Naturopaths can eliminate symptoms of the pollutant burden. Christian Lent lasts 40 days, begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. Now, you can stand by the Christian faith as you wish: However, fasting and detoxifying once a year can hardly be wrong [...]

Main Focus Invisible Attackers Living with Inanimate Nature For those in a hurry To prevent disease, it is not a matter of killing germs, but rather of creating a healthy environment and a strong immune system in the body. For example, it can help to cleanse the detoxification and excretory organs such as the liver, intestines, kidneys and skin through naturopathic drainage and detoxification therapies. Viruses and bacteria have already existed for millions of years and are part of life. So that people can still [...]