In Neo Naturopathy: The New Science of Healing, German health reformer Louis Kuhne presents a bold and holistic theory of disease that challenges the foundations of conventional medicine. Originally published in the late 19th century, this influential work argues that all chronic illness originates from one root cause: the accumulation of toxins in the body, particularly in the lower abdomen. Kuhne asserts that this toxic build-up results in what he called "encumbrances," which disturb the bodys natural balance and lead to various forms of disease. The solution, he argues, lies in systematic detoxification through simple, natural means. Central to his method is the application of friction sitz baths, clean plant-based nutrition, air and water therapies, and the cultivation of mental harmony. Written with passionate conviction, Kuhne's approach synthesizes physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being into a unified vision of human health. Though controversial and criticized by mainstream physicians of his time, Kuhne's ideas found a wide audience and helped catalyze the modern naturopathic movement. His emphasis on non-invasive healing, the body's self-regulating intelligence, and environmental hygiene laid the groundwork for later developments in holistic and integrative medicine. For students of natural healing, alternative therapies, or the history of medical thought, Neo Naturopathy offers a fascinating and provocative view of disease prevention and cure rooted in the belief that the body, given the right conditions, can heal itself.