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        "excerpt": "Did you know that your body switches into self-cleaning mode during fasting? Through the process of autophagy, it breaks down old, damaged cells and regenerates itself from within. But for this mechanism to run optimally, your body needs support: with high-quality fatty acids for cell function and targeted detoxification.\n\nHow you can use fasting and autophagy smartly to support your body’s restart – find out now on the blog!",
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        "full_text_plain": "In the stillness of fasting, strength renews itself from within. Fasting the right way Detox and gut health: Why fasting alone is not enough Fasting activates your body’s self-cleaning mode – but what happens to the harmful substances that are released? During fasting, your body not only breaks down old cells, it also releases stored toxins. Without targeted support, this can cause toxins to be deposited in the body again instead of being eliminated. Why detox and fasting belong together ✔ Release of toxins:When fat reserves are broken down, the environmental toxins and metabolic waste stored there automatically enter the bloodstream. ✔ Liver and intestines as detoxification organs:The liver filters harmful substances from the blood, but without support it can become overloaded. The intestines must safely eliminate the dissolved toxins. ✔ Avoiding detox reactions:Headaches, fatigue, or skin problems during fasting can be signs of insufficient or uncontrolled detoxification. Targeted support for effective detoxification To prevent the released harmful substances from burdening the body again, it is important to specifically bind them and eliminate them safely. This is where three key products come into play: Glutathion comp – support for the liver Glutathione is one of the body’s most powerful antioxidants and protects the liver from oxidative stress. During fasting, the liver works at full speed to neutralize released toxins. Glutathion comp provides bioavailable glutathione combined with N-acetylcysteine, selenium, alpha-lipoic acid, and additional cofactors such as zinc, vitamin B1, B2, and B3 – ideal support for the detoxification process.👉 Order Glutathion comp now PektiCLEAN® – cellular cleansing and heavy metal binding Not all harmful substances are located only in the intestines – some are deposited in deep layers of tissue or even in the cells themselves. PektiCLEAN® is based on modified apple pectin and binds heavy metals, pesticides, and other environmental toxins already at the cellular level. In this way, it ensures that burdensome substances are released from the tissue and eliminated via the intestines.👉 Order PektiCLEAN® now ChitosaCLEAN colon – toxin binding in the intestines To ensure that the toxins eliminated via the liver and lymphatic system are not reabsorbed, effective intestinal binding is essential. ChitosaCLEAN contains high-quality chitosan, which is able to bind heavy metals, environmental toxins, and excess fats and safely eliminate them through the stool.👉 Order ChitosaCLEAN colon now Fasting is not deprivation, but a reset for your cells. Our product recommendations for you",
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You can specifically support this process – with the right nutrients, high-quality fats, and smart detoxification. This helps your body get the most out of fasting while allowing you to feel good all around.</p>\n      </div>\n    </div>\n\n    <div class=\"box box-2 collapse-child-margins  has-bg-image\" style=\"background-color:;background-image:url(https://drreinwald.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/blog-header-autophagie.jpg);background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n              </div>\n    </div>\n\n  </div>\n</div>\n\n<div id=\"block_9e571903b759833c60d753667ffc1b04\" class=\"block block-two-column-grid  block-with-margin-bottom reverse_columns_on_mobile clearfix\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\">\n  <div class=\"block-anchor\" id=\"\"></div>\n\n  <div class=\"block-two-column-grid-inner no-gap\">\n\n    <div class=\"box box-1 collapse-child-margins \" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n        <h2 class=\"h3\">Why fasting is a gift for your body</h2><p>Fasting is not a trend – it is an integral part of our biology. Our ancestors did not have food available at all times, and our bodies learned to use periods of fasting rather than suffer from them.<br />\nThe secret behind this is called autophagy – a natural process in which the body recycles cellular components. Imagine your body doing a spring clean: everything that is old and no longer functional is utilized, remodeled, or disposed of – for more energy, better cellular health, and a strong immune defense.</p><h3 class=\"h4\">The benefits of this inner reset:</h3><ul><li>More energy &#038; performance – because your body works more efficiently</li><li>Cell protection &#038; anti-aging – damaged structures are renewed</li><li>For healthy cellular function – the body utilizes excess cellular debris and thus supports natural regeneration processes.</li></ul><p>But not every type of fasting automatically brings these benefits – it depends on how you fast and how well you support your body in the process.</p>\n      </div>\n    </div>\n\n    <div class=\"box box-2 collapse-child-margins \" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n        <h2 class=\"h3\">Fasting: From ancient traditions to modern science</h2><p><strong>In the past: fasting as a natural part of life</strong></p><ul><li>Fasting was practiced in almost all cultures – whether for religious or health reasons.</li><li>The Greek physician Hippocrates recommended fasting as a remedy for numerous ailments.</li><li>Indigenous peoples were accustomed to going without food for longer periods – their metabolism adapted.</li></ul><p><strong>Today: science confirms the effects of fasting</strong><br />\nModern research shows that fasting can do far more than simply save calories. Scientists such as Yoshinori Ohsumi (2016 Nobel Prize winner) have proven that autophagy is a central mechanism for longevity, cellular health, and disease prevention.<br />\nStudies show that regular fasting can have positive effects on metabolism.<br />\nBut how do you fast properly so that the body benefits as much as possible?</p>\n      </div>\n    </div>\n\n  </div>\n</div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"min-height:430px;aspect-ratio:unset\"><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-39497\" alt=\"Delicate pink cherry blossoms and buds on slender dark branches against a soft blue-green background, spring/fasting theme\" src=\"/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/blog-zitat-fasten-1.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" /><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-black-background-color has-background-dim\"></span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">In the stillness of fasting, strength renews itself from within.</p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\"></p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"></p>\n</div></div>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_15ca1ffb8aa09d129fb7de814048a3c8\" class=\"block block-one-column  clearfix\">\n  <div class=\"block-anchor\" id=\"\"></div>\n  <div class=\"block-one-column-inner collapse-child-margins\">\n    <h2 class=\"h3\">What happens during fasting?<br />\nAutophagy explained simply</h2><p>For your body, fasting means much more than just taking a break from food intake. As soon as you go without eating for a while, your body activates a true marvel of nature: autophagy.</p><h3 class=\"h4\">Autophagy – your body’s own recycling system</h3><p>Autophagy is a biological self-cleaning process in which old, damaged cellular components are broken down and recycled. This means: broken or non-functional cellular debris disappears, while your body simultaneously builds new, healthy structures.</p><h3 class=\"h4\">Scientifically proven:</h3><p>In 2016, Yoshinori Ohsumi received the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his research on autophagy. He proved that this process plays an important role in cellular health, longevity, natural metabolism, and defense against disease.</p><h3 class=\"h4\">The key benefits of autophagy:</h3><ul><li><strong>Cell cleansing:</strong> Broken cellular components are recycled or broken down.</li><li><strong>Energy optimization:</strong> Your body uses its reserves and burns fat more efficiently.</li><li><strong>For healthy cellular function:</strong> The body utilizes excess cellular debris.</li><li><strong>Stay young &#038; capable for longer: </strong> Autophagy supports cell regeneration and can slow down the aging process.</li></ul><p>But be careful: autophagy does not simply happen automatically to its full extent – your body needs the right building blocks to make optimal use of this process. Without targeted support, fasting can even have disadvantages.<br />\nIn the next section, we’ll look at the mistakes many people make when fasting – and how you can do it properly.</p>\n  </div>\n</div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"></div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h3\" id=\"h-fasten-richtig-machen\">Fasting the right way</h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"block_c3052e12af86309befda945a867f371f\" class=\"block block-two-column-grid  block-with-margin-bottom reverse_columns_on_mobile clearfix\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\">\n  <div class=\"block-anchor\" id=\"\"></div>\n\n  <div class=\"block-two-column-grid-inner no-gap\">\n\n    <div class=\"box box-1 collapse-child-margins \" style=\"background-color:#FFEFF0;background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n        <h2 class=\"h4\">The most common mistakes and how to avoid them</h2><p>Many people unknowingly make mistakes that weaken the positive effects of fasting or even turn them into the opposite:</p><p>❌ <strong>Too few nutrients:</strong><br />\nWithout essential amino acids, muscle breakdown can occur.</p><p>❌ <strong>The wrong fat sources: </strong><br />\nUnhealthy fats burden the body instead of supporting it.</p><p>❌ <strong>Uncontrolled release of harmful substances:</strong><br />\nDuring fasting, stored metabolic residues are released – which is why it makes sense to support the body in a targeted way.</p><p>❌ <strong>Breaking the fast incorrectly:</strong><br />\nAnyone who reaches straight for sugar and processed carbohydrates after fasting risks cravings and blood sugar fluctuations.</p>\n      </div>\n    </div>\n\n    <div class=\"box box-2 collapse-child-margins \" style=\"background-color:#DAE3DF;background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n        <h2 class=\"h4\">How to optimally support your body:</h2><p>✅ <strong>Use essential amino acids: </strong><br />\nMyAMINO® protects your muscles and supports cell regeneration.</p><p>✅ <strong>Include high-quality fats: </strong><br />\nOmega-3 fatty acids such as AlgaeDHA promote brain performance and cellular function.</p><p>✅ <strong>Promote targeted detoxification:</strong><br />\nGlutathion comp contains valuable nutrients that accompany natural metabolism.</p><p>✅ <strong>Break your fast gently:</strong><br />\nNutrient-rich, easily digestible foods support the transition back to food intake.</p>\n      </div>\n    </div>\n\n  </div>\n</div>\n\n<div id=\"block_7adea58e8fa14619b8540ebe8790d825\" class=\"block block-two-column-grid  block-with-margin-bottom clearfix\" style=\"background-color:\">\n  <div class=\"block-anchor\" id=\"\"></div>\n\n  <div class=\"block-two-column-grid-inner no-gap\">\n\n    <div class=\"box box-1 collapse-child-margins \" style=\"background-color:#f2f3f4;background-size:cover\">\n      <div class=\"box-content collapse-child-margins\">\n        <h3 class=\"h3\">Our product recommendation: MyAMINO®</h3><p>When fasting, it is essential to protect your muscle mass, because without targeted nutrient intake, your body may break down muscle protein for energy. MyAMINO® provides eight essential amino acids in pure form and supports muscle maintenance while your body draws on fat reserves.</p><h4>Maximum muscle protection, effective fat loss"
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