Medicinal springs - a gift of nature The royal JEWEL of Bavaria.
2 Magnesium is the FUEL for the heart
Health-conscious consumers have long known how important minerals and trace elements are for a properly functioning body. To supply us with vital minerals, nature has something very special up its sleeve: natural medicinal waters. As a natural remedy, medicinal water has a healing, alleviating or preventative effect for a large number of complaints. Its minerals and trace elements are highly versatile. Magnesium is fuel for the heart, and at the same time protects you from aching muscles and muscle cramps; it is regarded as the power mineral number one, because it guarantees the energy supply to the body cells as well as the correct functioning of nerves and muscles - including that of the heart and blood vessels. Calcium on the other hand is essential for strong bones, while fluoride hardens the dental enamel. Sodium, for example, gives back lost salts, hydrogen carbonate and chloride also ensure a regulated acid-base balance, sulphate and carbon dioxide stimulate the gastrointestinal function. Medicinal water can also be useful even for existing complaints. Depending on the mineral content, it can lower blood pressure, counter kidney stones and osteoporosis, alleviate heartburn and digestion problems, and much more. Numerous scientific studies confirm the preventative and therapeutic benefit of an extra portion of minerals and trace elements. The effectiveness of wholesome medicinal waters has been scientifically proved; this is why they are officially accredited and may be used after very strict controls. 3
Fountain of youth or natural memory aid? Medical consultation is always to be recommended before a drinking cure, if you want to play it safe and rule out the possibility of any contraindications. However, the healthy content of the medicinal water is also absorbed directly through the skin, and can thus influence metabolism and vegetative functions, for example. In the medical facilities in Bad Brückenau, full and partial baths, as well as water aerobics, are part of the à la carte programme. Tried-and-trusted features - rediscovered The culture of drinking cures in conjunction with healing water has existed since ancient times. As early as the first century A.D. there were reports of different types of water and their healing effects. Later, doctors settled at these mineral spring health resorts in order to supervise drinking cures and remedies. The profession of spa doctor was created, as well as bath and spa studies - balneology. Today this is an important branch of medical science, and drinking cures are integral parts of medical prophylaxis and therapy in Bad Brückenau. 4
Earth s water cycle Rain water penetrates the earth soil, seeps through various types of stone and accumulates minerals in deep layers of earth. If it flows through igneous rock, it absorbs carbonic acid, from limestone it absorbs hydrogen carbonate, and from mineral rock sodium, calcium or magnesium. The result is therefore unmistakable, depending on the geological composition of the ground. Healthy and tastes good The water from the five medicinal springs in the Bavarian Staatsbad also seems to be unique in its effect. For centuries it has attracted persons of renown from throughout the world. King Ludwig I, Empress Elisabeth of Austria and Empress Catherine the Great, they all tasted the delicious waters, which are also called champagne because of their natural carbonic acid content. Bad Brückenau, established in 1747 by the Fulda Prince Abbot Amand von Buseck, has until this day enjoyed the reputation of a famous spa for kidney ailments - not least because of its outstanding medicinal waters. Its history is inseparably linked to the discovery of the King Ludwig I spring by Dr. Johann Burchard Schlereth, the private physician of the Fulda Prince Abbot at that time, Amand von Buseck (1685-1756). In 1747 the fountain of health was opened - Bad Brückenau was born and Schlereth became the first spa doctor. 5
An extra portion of MINERALS & trace elements 6
The King Ludwig I spring This medicinal water is particularly characterised by the well-balanced nature of its minerals, by traces of nitrate and nitrite, and by its higher potassium content in comparison to sodium. The Wernarz spring The extremely low content of table salt and sodium and the extremely small amounts of solid mineral components make the medicinal water from the Wernarz spring very special for kidney and bladder ailments. The Sinnberg spring Health-conscious people appreciate this particularly soft and delicate medicinal water with its high mineral content and plenty of natural carbonic acid. Thanks to its first-class taste, it has been given the title of Bad Brückenau Champagne. The Lola Montez spring Medicinal water from this spring contains an extra portion of minerals and trace elements. It is good for the skin, and also has favourable properties for the teeth, hair and nails. In 1847, Lola Montez stayed in Bad Brückenau together with King Ludwig I, who admired her beauty. The Bad Brückenau Vital spring This medicinal water is valuable for one s inner equilibrium and is rich in strength-giving substances, thus restoring used-up energy. Its high carbonic acid content promises an especially tingling drinking experience. The royal JEWEL of Bavaria. 7
Particularly VALUABLE water 8
The descriptions of the springs The King Ludwig I-Spring was first edged 1747, 1965 sinked a borehole to 300 metres of depth, with a very high delivery. The carbonic acidic water with very small bubbles has a high content of iron, calcium and magnesium, which is well absorbable. It is particularly valuable because the content of potassium is higher than that of sodium. A litre of water contains: Cations in Milligramms: Sodium (Na + ) 2,8 Potassium (K + ) 10,4 Magnesium (Mg 2+ ) 22,6 Calcium (Ca 2+ ) 51,5 Iron (Fe 2+ ) 3,54 Manganese (Mn 2+ ) 0,29 Anions in Milligramms: Chloride (Cl - ) 3,8 2- Sulphate (SO 4 ) 116 Hydrogen carbonate (HCO 3- ) 146 Nitrate (NO 3- ) <1 Fluoride (F - ) 0,52 Indications: Anaemia, heart and circulation suffering, circulation dysfunction, vegetative disorders. Used in baths, it develops a mechanical, thermal and chemical effect. Analysis excerpt: Institute Dr. Nuss, Bad Kissingen, confirmed by ongoing check analyses 9
The Wernarzer Spring is recognized as medicinal spring, known since 1747, 60 metres deep, temperature 10 degrees Celsius. An almost sodium chloride and sodium free mineral water with carbonic acid, low number of unattached mineral components. A litre of water contains: Cations in Milligramms: Sodium (Na + ) 2,8 Potassium (K + ) 6,5 Magnesium (Mg 2+ ) 11,3 Calcium (Ca 2+ ) 26,9 Iron (Fe 2+ ) 0,190 Manganese (Mn 2+ ) 0,329 Anions in Milligramms: Chloride (Cl - ) 6,8 2- Sulphate (SO 4 ) 22,5 Hydrogen carbonate (HCO 3- ) 123 Nitrate (NO 3- ) <1 Fluoride (F - ) 0,28 Gaseous substances in Milligramms: Unattached carbon dioxide (CO 2) 1.923 Indications: Inflammations of the kidneys and urinary tract, renal calculosis, bladder and urinary calculus suffering. 10
The Sinnberger Spring is known since 1749 and 50 metres deep. A carbonic acid water very similar to the Wernarzer spring with ample carbonic acid and increased mineralisation, low content of sodium. The small bubbles, the fizzy character and primarily the excellent taste made it to the Bad Brückenau s champagne. A litre of water contains: Cations in Milligramms: Sodium (Na + ) 3,5 Potassium (K + ) 4,7 Magnesium (Mg 2+ ) 5,3 Calcium (Ca 2+ ) 13,8 Iron (Fe 2+/3+ ) 0,004 Manganese (Mn 2+ ) 0,019 Anions in Milligramms: Chloride (Cl - ) 8,4 2- Sulphate (SO 4 ) 12,8 Hydrogen carbonate (HCO 3- ) 53,7 Nitrate (NO 3- ) <1 Fluoride (F - ) 0,14 Gaseous substances in Milligramms: Unattached carbon dioxide (CO 2) 1.386 Indications: Urinary tract, kidney malfunctions; positive effects on the mouth and bronchial muscous membrane. Order them online: www.badbrueckenauer.de Analysis excerpt: Institute Dr. Nuss, Bad Kissingen, confirmed by ongoing check analyses 11
The Lola-Montez-Spring, obtained from a 260 metre deep well, is a very refreshing mineral water and has natural carbonic acid and has extremely low levels of sodium and common salt. The hydrogen carbonate content is claimed to be a protective factor for the gastric and small intestine mucous membranes. A litre of water contains: Cations in Milligramms: Sodium (Na + ) 1,5 Potassium (K + ) 4,4 Magnesium (Mg 2+ ) 34,7 Calcium (Ca 2+ ) 71,3 Iron (Fe 2+ ) 2,80 Manganese (Mn 2+ ) 0,341 Anions in Milligramms: Chloride (Cl - ) 3,2 2- Sulphate (SO 4 ) 14,1 Hydrogen carbonate (HCO 3- ) 389 Nitrate (NO 3- ) <1 Fluoride (F - ) 0,14 Gaseous substances in Milligramms: Unattached carbon dioxide (CO 2) 1.868 Indications: Disorders of uric acid metabolism (e.g. gout), supporting treatment for diabetes, stomach, intestine, liver and gallbladder diseases, prophylactically for occlusive arterial diseases and restricted functionality, draining urinary tracts and diseases of the kidneys and bladder. 12
The Bad Brückenau Vital Spring is slightly acidic and mineral in taste, the unusually high content of dissolved carbon dioxide gives this low-mineral natural water its something special. A large number of trace elements supplement its favourable composition. A litre of water contains: Cations in Milligramms: Sodium (Na + ) 4,3 Potassium (K + ) 11,4 Magnesium (Mg 2+ ) 22,5 Calcium (Ca 2+ ) 78,0 Iron (Fe 2+ ) 0,97 Manganese (Mn 2+ ) 0,19 Anions in Milligramms: Chloride (Cl - ) 2,0 2- Sulphate (SO 4 ) 154 Hydrogen carbonate (HCO 3- ) 187 Nitrate (NO 3- ) <1 Fluoride (F - ) 0,36 Gaseous substances in Milligramms: Unattached carbon dioxide (CO 2) 2.187 Indications: High uric acid level in the blood, supporting treatment for stomach, intestine, liver and gallbladder diseases, diabetes, circulatory disorders, also prophylactically for occlusive arterial diseases and restricted functionality, draining urinary tracts and diseases of the kidneys and bladder. Analysis excerpt: Institute Dr. Nuss, Bad Kissingen, confirmed by ongoing check analyses 13
Medicinal waters VARIED in their possible uses 14
The possible uses of these medicinal waters are as varied as their ingredients For an effective drinking cure, 100 to 1500 ml a day is recommended over a period of up to six weeks, after consultation with your doctor in order to rule out contraindications. As full and partial baths, as well as in water aerobics, the healthy contents are absorbed directly by the skin and influence the metabolism and vegetative functions, for example. An important influencing factor in water aerobics is the water temperature of up to 34 degrees. The high water density affects physical training and strengthens the muscular system, metabolism and cardiac circulation, with an intensifying and at the same time relaxing effect. Our natural medicinal waters... come from underground water resources that are protected from contamination and are originally pure must be of original purity contain mineral matter by their very nature must be bottled directly at the source can show preventative, alleviating or healing effects have official accreditation for their scientifically proved effectiveness must be bottled under the strictest conditions by Staatliche Mineralbrunnen AG Bad Brückenau 15
How to find us By car: From the north and the south, Bad Brückenau can be reached directly from the A7 Kassel - Würzburg, and from Frankfurt the A66 takes you via Schlüchtern to Bad Brückenau. By rail: You can reach the ICE railway station in Fulda (35 km) from all directions, and a bus takes you to Bad Brückenau. By air: Frankfurt and Nuremberg Airports can be reached by car in approx. 1.5 hours and 2 hours respectively, and Munich Airport in approx. 3 hours. Towards Kassel Fulda Nord GPS North: Degree: 50 Minutes: 18 Seconds: 20 Schlüchtern Süd A 66 Towards Frankfurt Schlüchtern Nord Fulda A 66 B 27 Schlüchtern A 7 Schwarzenfels Sterbfritz Fulda Süd Staatsbad Bad Brückenau Bad Brückenau Volkers Bad Brückenau B 27 St 286 Bad Brückenau Wildflecken Towards Würzburg East: Degree 09 Minutes: 44 Seconds: 55 Guest-Information Staatl. Kurverwaltung Heinrich-von-Bibra-Straße 25 97769 Bad Brückenau 16 0 800 / 99 11 999 staatsbad@badbrueckenau.com www.badbrueckenau.com www.staatsbad.tv