16 April 2025

Acidosis

An Underestimated Health Risk and the Role of Modern F.X. Mayr Medicine

In today’s fast-paced world—characterized by stress, poor dietary habits and a lack of physical activity—one health topic is gaining increasing attention: acidosis. This condition, in which the body’s acid-base balance becomes disrupted, can have far-reaching consequences for overall health. The acid-base balance is essential for maintaining a stable pH level in the body, which is vital for the functioning of numerous physiological processes. Even slight deviations can significantly impair metabolism, enzyme activity and cellular function. While the blood maintains a tight pH range between 7.35 and 7.45, the body’s buffering and excretion capacities are limited—especially with advancing age. Excess acids can no longer be fully neutralised or eliminated, which may lead to chronic, low-grade acidosis over time.

How Does the Acid-Base Balance Work?

The acid-base balance ensures that the body's pH remains within a narrow, healthy range. It is maintained through three key mechanisms:

Renal Excretion: Excess acids are eliminated via the kidneys through urine. However, with age, the kidneys' filtration capacity decreases, reducing their ability to excrete acids.
Respiratory Regulation: Some acids are expelled as carbon dioxide (CO₂) through the lungs.
Buffer Systems: Chemical buffer systems—particularly the bicarbonate buffer—neutralise acids directly in the bloodstream before they are excreted.

As we age, or under conditions of an acid-forming lifestyle, this finely tuned system can become imbalanced, leading to acid accumulation in the tissues.

What Is Acidosis?

Acidosis occurs when the body produces or absorbs more acids than it can neutralise and eliminate. This leads to a chronic shift in pH levels in body tissues. The causes are varied:

Diet: A high intake of sugar, meat, coffee and processed foods increases the body’s acid load.
Stress: Chronic stress stimulates the release of stress hormones, which affect metabolism and increase acid production.
Lack of exercise or overexertion: Insufficient physical activity slows metabolism, while excessive training increases lactic acid production.

Symptoms and Effects

Early Symptoms of Acidosis

Acidosis often manifests subtly through non-specific symptoms, such as:

Persistent fatigue and exhaustion
Difficulty concentrating
Reduced stress tolerance
Muscle and joint pain
Increased susceptibility to infections
Shortness of breath
Acid reflux/heartburn

Chronic Acidosis Can Lead to:

Low energy and fatigue
Depressive moods
Osteoporosis
High blood pressure
Digestive issues such as bloating or reflux
Muscular and joint complaints
Skin problems and hair loss
Greater vulnerability to infections
Premature signs of aging

Long-term acidosis is increasingly linked to chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders.

The MAYRLIFE Health Concept: A Holistic Solution Through Modern F.X. Mayr Medicine

The MAYRLIFE Health Concept offers a revolutionary and integrative approach to counteracting acidosis and supporting overall health. Rooted in the principles of modern F.X. Mayr medicine, this concept combines individually tailored interventions focused on detoxification, regeneration and revitalisation.

1. Intestinal Restoration

At the heart of the MAYRLIFE Health Concept lies the digestive system. Through targeted fasting protocols and the use of easily digestible, alkaline-forming meals, the intestines are relieved and restored. Gut health is fundamental to maintaining a stable acid-base balance.

2. Personalised Diagnostics

State-of-the-art diagnostic tools are used to assess the individual health status. These include blood tests, acid-base analyses and further medical assessments to precisely determine the degree of acidosis and related imbalances.

3. Movement and Relaxation

Moderate physical activity—such as therapeutic hiking or yoga—supports acid elimination via the lungs and skin. In parallel, stress management techniques like mindfulness exercises and meditation help to lower stress hormone levels and reduce metabolic acid production.

4. Alkaline Nutrition

A key pillar of the MAYRLIFE Health Concept is a predominantly alkaline diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Acid-forming foods such as sugar and meat are reduced significantly. This supports the body’s natural regulatory mechanisms and relieves the excretory systems.

5. Hydrotherapy and Massage

Traditional therapies such as warm baths, hydrotherapy and massage stimulate circulation and assist in the removal of acids from the tissues, further supporting the body’s detoxification via the skin.

Evidence-Based Benefits of Modern F.X. Mayr Medicine

Modern F.X. Mayr medicine has evolved to combine its classical foundations with contemporary scientific insights. The results are both effective and lasting:

Sustainable Regeneration: The body is not only relieved of burden but also functionally strengthened.
Individualised Care: Each therapy is tailored to the personal health status and goals of the guest.
Holistic Perspective: Physical, emotional and mental health are addressed in equal measure.

Acidosis and Its Role in Modern Medicine: The F.X. Mayr-Based Approach at MAYRLIFE

The body’s acid-base equilibrium is essential for the optimal function of numerous physiological systems. Any dysregulation—whether latent or manifest—can lead to potentially harmful health consequences. The MAYRLIFE Health Concept, based on the principles of modern F.X. Mayr medicine, offers an evidence-based and holistic therapeutic approach for the prevention and treatment of acid-base imbalances.

Pathophysiology of Acidosis

The body maintains pH homeostasis through several buffering mechanisms, including the bicarbonate buffer system, respiratory elimination (via CO₂ exhalation), and renal excretion of hydrogen ions. When these systems are overwhelmed by exogenous factors (e.g. acid-producing diet) or endogenous strain (e.g. metabolic stress), the body can enter a state of persistent latent acidosis.

This subclinical acid load has been associated with a number of chronic disorders, including:

Osteoporosis (via demineralisation of bone tissue as a compensatory buffer)
Chronic inflammatory conditions
Muscle weakness and myopathies
Disruptions in fat and carbohydrate metabolism

Clinical Manifestations

Patients suffering from latent acidosis frequently report non-specific symptoms, such as:

Chronic fatigue and reduced physical capacity
Muscle and joint discomfort
Gastrointestinal issues (e.g. bloating, irritable stomach)
Skin problems (e.g. acne, eczema)
Increased susceptibility to infections

These diffuse symptoms make diagnosis challenging and highlight the importance of individualised assessment and advanced diagnostics.

The MAYRLIFE Health Concept: A Multidimensional Therapeutic Approach

Based on the principles of modern F.X. Mayr medicine, the MAYRLIFE Health Concept follows a holistic therapeutic model that aims to restore and stabilise the body’s acid-base balance through scientifically grounded interventions.

1. Diagnostic Assessment

A comprehensive diagnostic process—including blood gas analysis, micronutrient profiling and metabolic screening—is used to evaluate the patient’s acid-base status. The goal is to identify disruptions in the buffering systems as well as secondary imbalances.

2. Intestinal Cleansing

F.X. Mayr medicine views the intestine as a central regulator of metabolic balance. Through temporary relief of the gastrointestinal tract (e.g. therapeutic fasting or modified diets) and the introduction of alkaline-forming foods, the intestinal lining is regenerated. This not only improves acid-base regulation but also enhances the absorption of essential micronutrients.

3. Nutritional Therapy

The dietary intervention is focused on a personally tailored alkaline-surplus diet. It encourages the consumption of fruits, vegetables, and plant-based proteins, while reducing acid-forming foods such as meat, sugar and alcohol. The gradual adjustment supports long-term dietary change and improved metabolic flexibility.

4. Physical and Respiratory Therapy

Moderate physical activity promotes pH regulation through improved circulation and lactic acid metabolism. Complementary breathing therapy supports respiratory compensation by enhancing CO₂ elimination.

5. Hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy

Methods such as alkaline baths, manual therapy and therapeutic massage enhance microcirculation and promote acid excretion via the skin. These measures reduce the burden on renal and pulmonary excretion pathways.

6. Stress Management

Chronic stress impacts the acid-base balance by activating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. Mindfulness training and targeted relaxation techniques are integral components of the therapeutic programme.

Conclusion

Latent acidosis is a complex clinical condition that can affect nearly every organ system in the body. The MAYRLIFE Health Concept—grounded in modern F.X. Mayr medicine—offers a multidisciplinary, personalised and preventive approach to sustainably improve patient health. By integrating traditional knowledge with cutting-edge diagnostics and evidence-based therapeutic strategies, it represents a highly promising model within holistic medicine.