Therapeutic Fasting & Low Carb at the Tannerhof
Medically supervised, holistically supported – fasting as a path to inner clarity and a healthier life. Longevity, pared back.
Two paths, one goal: my health and wellbeing
Therapeutic fasting following the Buchinger method, or a lasting change in how you eat with our “Schlanke Tanne” low-carb cuisine.
Therapeutic Fasting
Fasting as a conscious break from food is far more than a diet. It's a deep, holistic experience with positive effects on cellular ageing, the immune system, and many metabolic processes.
“Schlanke Tanne” Low Carb
Learn to eat – and to enjoy – differently. You stay full longer, and the body's fat-burning is supported. As a shift in eating after a fast, or as your introduction to intermittent fasting.
Therapeutic Fasting
- More energy – for a fitter, healthier life
- Inner cleansing – stimulating autophagy and renewal
- Mental clarity – fasting brings me closer to myself
- Holistic health – supporting the immune system and metabolism
The Buchinger Method
- A conscious shift in eating:
A temporary move to liquid, light, alkaline nourishment - Fasting doesn't mean eating “nothing”:
Liquid nourishment with alkaline vegetable soups and broths, fresh-pressed fruit and vegetable juices, plus plenty of herbal tea and water. - Targeted nutrient support:
Your body receives all the essential minerals and vitamins – with supplementary nutrients where needed - Care that's tailored to you:
Benefit from medically supervised, personal support in a relaxed setting. - Holistic regeneration:
With movement, treatments that match the fast, and mental coaching where helpful.
A natural fit: Tannerhof and fasting
Holistic renewal
Experience how a conscious break from food cleanses body, mind, and spirit – and frees up new energy.
Medically supervised
Benefit from the expertise of the fourth generation of doctors at the Tannerhof – with care that's tailored to you.
An inspiring setting
Experience nature, mountains, and an authentic atmosphere that supports the fasting process.
Fasting with the experts
Combine fasting with movement, Kneipp treatments, and massage for a holistic boost to your health – supported by our experienced team of doctors, therapists, and trainers.
Book a treatment package to match your fast
All treatment packages are booked in addition to the room.
Low Carb “Schlanke Tanne”
Why eat low-carb?
- Fuller for longer, fewer cravings – a lasting change in how you eat
- With intermittent fasting – for anyone not (yet) ready for therapeutic fasting
- Effective fat-burning – through more protein and targeted muscle building
Schlanke Tanne – living low-carb with pleasure
Experience an innovative low-carb cuisine that activates your metabolism and supports fat-burning – with no need to go without. In place of bread and heavy sides, you'll find plenty of fresh vegetables, crisp salads, moderate fruit, and a portion of good-quality protein at every meal.
Choose between two intensity levels and combine with intermittent fasting for even better results. Schlanke Tanne is about gaining the joy of eating well – not by going without, but with pleasure and renewed vitality.
Schlanke Tanne packages
Everything under one roof
We also work with the Agatharied Academic Teaching Hospital, which provides diagnostics for gastroscopy, colonoscopy, cardiac catheterisation, and cardiac MRI (a non-invasive examination of the coronary arteries and heart muscle). The radiology practice in the same building offers all imaging procedures at the highest level.
Good to know
The minimum recommendation is five fasting days, since the transition and refeeding days (going from "100 to almost zero" and back) place particular demands on the body. For first-time fasters, 7 days of fasting plus 2–3 days of refeeding (around 10 days in total) has proven optimal. Anyone fasting for health reasons should aim for at least 10 fasting days.
The refeeding day begins symbolically with an apple ("breaking the fast"): each bite should be chewed 30–40 times, to ease the stomach and digestion gently back into solid food. Refeeding should last roughly one third of the fasting period. Eat slowly and consciously, notice how intensely everything tastes, and gradually return to your usual diet.
And afterwards? If your goal is a sustainable change of diet, it would be lovely if you had a few more days. You could continue learning to eat intelligently with the Low Carb "Schlanke Tanne" for a while. An individual nutrition consultation may also be worthwhile.
We generally recommend one of our fasting arrangements, since these already include all medical consultations and accompanying treatments.
The "Schlanke Tanne" is designed as a sustainable change of diet. There is no fixed end date — it aims at long-term integration into everyday life ("Schlanke Tanne at home"), so that weight reduction, metabolic activation and lasting dietary success without the yo-yo effect can be achieved. We recommend at least 5–7 days.
We recommend our Low Carb arrangements (Small, Medium, Large): they include all the essential treatments — lymphatic drainage, contrast affusions, intestinal cleansing — to support your "Schlanke Tanne" diet optimally.
If, however, you would prefer the nutrition programme alone, you may also book individual treatments à la carte — in that case, each treatment will be billed separately.
The recommended arrival days are Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, and they correspond to our practice's consulting hours. The intake consultation should take place on the day after your arrival.
- On the day of arrival, you'll receive a vegetable plate for dinner.
- Fasting itself begins on the day after your arrival, with the medical intake appointment, after which you'll receive your Glauber's salt.
This way, you start fasting in a clear and well-supported manner.
At the Tannerhof we practise exclusively Buchinger therapeutic fasting.
If you're not yet ready for fasting, our Low Carb "Schlanke Tanne" Intervall is a fitting alternative.
Fasting is undertaken exclusively under medical supervision. Your intake appointment on the 1st fasting day determines whether fasting is suitable for you. Therapeutic fasting is generally not advisable in the case of:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Eating disorders or uncontrolled overweight
- Severe chronic conditions (e.g. unstable cardiovascular problems, untreated type 1 diabetes)
- Acute infections or high fever
Please discuss any pre-existing conditions and medications with our doctor in advance.
