Thailand Spa Resort - The Sanctuary Thailand

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A Day in the Life at the Sanctuary

Mike — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 04:57:52 +0000

You thought it would be a good idea to do a detox. After years of indulging in all the treats that life has to offer, all the biscuits you mindlessly scoffed at work, the takeaway dinners, the boozy nights and the dance floor delights, you thought it was time to do something good for your body.

Yes, it felt like a good idea at some point in the distant past – now you’ve spent what feels like 150 hours travelling on a million buses, boats, planes, trains, automobiles and more boats, and you have finally arrived in what appears to be paradise, to stick a pipe full of coffee up your bum and pay for a week of starvation.

How on earth did this happen??

Well, your friend told you it changed their life so you are willing to give it a go.

So off you go on a merry-go-round of pills and shakes to prepare for the new life you are going to embark on with zing once you leave. You attend a yoga class, have a steam, indulge in daily massages (god bless the gods of Thailand for their gifts of massage and scrubs), and start to slow down, relax, and breathe again.

You meet a lot of lovely people to talk about your poo with over the evening broth, and together with them and the staff over at the Wellness Center, you have more fun than you ever thought possible during such an endurance test.

The colonics actually, unbelievably, begin to feel quite good – the shakes start to do your head in. you have good days and bad days, days when you can’t get out of your hammock and days when all you want to do is dance and love the world. There are other days when you skulk by the cake cabinet in the restaurant like a criminal, interspersed with surreptitiously studying the menu to plan what you are going to eat next week. This could take several hours.

Then – by the end … you can’t really believe you’re going to start eating again…

But finally the moment comes. And as you eat your first bowl of papaya – and nothing has EVER tasted so good – you give thanks for all the fast has brought you: your mind is clear, your energy is boundless, you’re waistband is loose, and you feel light and rejuvenated. All you endured was worth it. You vow there and then to fast every year.

Zoom forward to a few days later…

It’s a beautiful sunny day and all feels right with the world. After a delicious and relaxing 8am yoga class, you wander in to the restaurant for breakfast, gazing out to sea, and wonder how the day will unfold. Friends arrive, to greet the day with… hours are spent mulling over what to eat, then further hours spent discussing what you ate and what they all ate and then what you might eat tonight. There might be the odd grumble about having to go to Had Rin to get more money, but it quickly changes to who’s just had what amazing healing session at the Tea Temple, and about the madness of the previous open mic night.

Suddenly its tea time – and there are new cakes in the cake cabinet! Oh well, afternoon yoga can wait….

Now its time for a peaceful post-cake swim in the calm sea at sunset, followed by a visit to the steaming hot steam room that only the brave (or those made of asbestos) can survive for more than a few minutes at a time.

On your way home you are blissfully distracted by dogs/kittens/butterflies/snakes, depending on your luck.

Now its dinner time, and you head back down to The Sanctuary where it is almost invariably someone’s leaving dinner – the music plays, the cocktails flow, laughter floats on the warm night air and friends are all around. At a couple of tables, newcomers sit alone, and you smile to yourself, knowing that was once you, and everyone else – and by tomorrow, those people will also be surrounded by friends, and look like they have been here forever, and may also be one of the many who end up staying weeks longer than they intended.

The days of our lives, at The Sanctuary.

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Detox Programmes at The Sanctuary Thailand

alberto — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:56:13 +0000

Detox Packages

Detox is easy at The Sanctuary!

Choose from our range of detox programmes, based on fasting, colonic cleansing, and all the goodness of raw vegetables, superfoods, and natural supplements.

The One Day Quick Detox

About the Detox Programme What’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

The One Day Detox is an easy introduction to fasting if you wish to give your body a break for a day. One day fasts are particularly good when you feel the first sign of illness coming on, as it allows the body the resources to fight it off early.

You will need to arrive the evening before your fast begins, or no later than 8.30am if you wish to fast on your arrival day.

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

Our One Day Quick Detox programme includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 2 times daily
1 lymphatic flush juice, 1 carrot juice & 1 coconut water
1 organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush
Probiotic intestinal support
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visit to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evening with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A post-cleanse guide to take away

8.30am: Shake

10am: Herbs

11.30am: Fresh Coconut

2.30pm: Herbs

2.50pm: Lymph Flush juice

4pm: Shake

5.30pm: Juice

6.30pm: Colonic session

7m: Veggie Broth Soup

9.30pm: Probiotic

This one day fast costs 2750 Bt.

Our detox programme rates are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

3 ½ Day Mini Fast and Detox

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

The 3.5 day Mini Fast is great for a first fast, or if you only have a short break! Give your body the chance to get rid of the gross waste products of digestion, by resting and cleansing the entire digestive system. This is a great one to perform regularly as a “maintenance” routine, to keep toxins cleansed regularly.

We recommend a stay of 5 nights for this detox (a minimum of 4 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 3.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 Lymphatic Flush juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Days 1 – 3

7:00 am: Shake

8:30 am: Herbs

10:00 am: Shake

11:30 am: Herbs

1:00 pm: Shake

2:30 pm: Herbs

2:50 pm: Lymph Flush Juice

4:00 pm: Shake

4:00-6:00 pm: Colonic session

5:30 pm: Herbs

7:00 pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8:30 pm: Herbs

Before Sleep: Probiotic

Day 4

Psyllium shake

Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution

One bowl of papya or apple

Probiotic tonic drink

The 3.5 day fast costs 9900 Bt.

Our detox programme rate are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The 5.5 Day Detox Cleanse

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The 5.5 day fast allows your body to rest that little bit longer and detoxify that little bit more. Giving your body this chance to rest will allow for deeper elimination and some gentle healing.

We recommend a stay of 7 nights for this detox (a minimum of 6 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 5.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 Lymphatic Flush juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Days 1 – 5

7:00 am: Shake

8:30 am: Herbs

10:00 am: Shake

11:30 am: Herbs

1:00 pm: Shake

2:30 pm: Herbs

2:50 pm: Lymph Flush Juice

4:00 pm: Shake

4:00-6:00 pm: Colonic session

5:30 pm: Herbs

7:00 pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8:30 pm: Herbs

Before Sleep: Probiotic

Day 6

Psyllium shake

Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution

One bowl of papya or apple

Probiotic tonic drink

The 5.5 day fast costs 13,200 Bt.

Our detox programme rate are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The 7.5 Day Complete Cleanse

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

We call our 7.5 day fast “The Complete Cleanse”. The first few days of fasting gets rid of the gross waste products of digestion, but only after this can the body pull out its tools to get to work on healing.

We recommend a stay of 9 nights for this detox (a minimum of 8 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 Lymphatic Flush juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Days 1 – 7

7:00 am: Shake

8:30 am: Herbs

10:00 am: Shake

11:30 am: Herbs

1:00 pm: Shake

2:30 pm: Herbs

2:50 pm: Lymph Flush Juice

4:00 pm: Shake

4:00-6:00 pm: Colonic session

5:30 pm: Herbs

7:00 pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8:30 pm: Herbs

Before Sleep: Probiotic

Day 8

Psyllium shake

Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution

One bowl of papya or apple

Probiotic tonic drink

The 7.5 day fast costs 16,500.

Bt Our detox programme rate are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The 10.5 Day Master Cleanse

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

Our Master Cleanse programme is a 10.5 day fast. Here you gain the full benefits of a longer fast: detoxification, healing, and with this longer fast, a greater degree of weight loss too. We recommend a stay of 12 nights for this detox (minimum of 11 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process.

Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 Lymphatic Flush juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Days 1 – 10

7:00 am: Shake

8:30 am: Herbs

10:00 am: Shake

11:30 am: Herbs

1:00 pm: Shake

2:30 pm: Herbs

2:50 pm: Lymph Flush Juice

4:00 pm: Shake

4:00-6:00 pm: Colonic session

5:30 pm: Herbs

7:00 pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8:30 pm: Herbs

Before Sleep: Probiotic

Day 11

Psyllium shake

Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution

One bowl of papya or apple

Probiotic tonic drink

This programme costs 23,100 Bt.

Our detox programme rates are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The 7.5 Day Candida Cleanse

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

Our Candida Cleanse Detox programme aims to strengthen your immune system and intestinal flora to fight the Candida Albicans. We recommend our Candida Cleanse programme as a 7.5 day fast, but any length of fast can be altered to treat candida. This detox follows the same form as our other detox programmes, but uses additional supplements specifically selected for their anti-candida effects; we also substitute cucumber juice for watermelon juice in your daily shakes, to lower the amount of sugar you are ingesting during your fast.

We recommend a stay of 9 nights for this detox (a minimum of 8 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 7.5 day Candida Cleanse includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
One fresh coconut with spirulina, and one cucumber juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

7am: Shake

8.30am: Herbs

10am: Shake

11.30am: Herbs

1pm: Shake

2.30pm: Herbs

2.50pm: Fresh Coconut with Spirulina

4pm: Shake

4-6pm: Colonic Session

5.30pm: Herbs

5.50pm: Cucumber Juice

7pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8.30pm: Herbs

9.30pm: Probiotic

Day 8

Psyllium shake

Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution

One bowl of papya or apple

Probiotic tonic drink

The 7.5 day fast costs 17,900 Bt.

Our detox programme rate are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

1-7 Day Gentle Cleanse

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

For those who prefer not to do a full detox and colonic programme, this cleanse includes one light meal a day and no colonics. Ideal for those wanting a more gentle approach. This cleanse can be done for the length of time that suits you.

Prefast interview and consultation
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
3 Psyllium shakes
Coconut with Spirulina
Lymphatic Flush juice
Lunch: choose from raw food, fruit or a simple soup from the cleansing menu
Full probiotic replacement program
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support

On the evening before your fast take 3 Chomper tablets

Days 1 – 7

7:00am: Shake

8:30am: Herbs

10:00am:Shake

11:30am:Herbs

1:00pm: Lunch

2:30pm: Herbs

2:50pm: Fresh juice

4:00pm: Shake

5:30pm: Herbs

5:50pm: Coconut with Spirulina

7:00pm: Vegetable Broth

9.30pm: Probiotic

Day 8 (or last day)

Psyllium Shake

Lunch

Probiotic tonic drink

A colonic may be added to this cleanse, usually at the end of the programme, for 550 Bt

The Gentle Cleanse costs 2,000 Baht per day or 7 days for 11,880 Baht.

Detox programmes are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The Raw Fest

About the detox programWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

This gentle detox program works through resting the colon, by removing a complex diet and providing natural energy & vitamins from raw veggies and supplements. At the end of your 7 days you should finish feeling healthier, lighter, and brighter!

You will be choosing the dishes of your choice from our specialist Raw and Cleansing Menu in the restaurant.

This is a great programme to combine with our 7 day Healthy Yoga Holiday.

Arrival day

2 Cleansing salads

Days 2 – 6

Fruit Salad for Breakfast
Lunch choice from our Raw Menu
Afternoon Fruit Snack
Dinner Choice from our Raw Menu
Psyllium Shake
Herbal Supplements
Lymph Flush Juice
Coconut with Spirulina
Wheat Grass shot
Optional colonic on Day 5 ( 550 Bt extra)

Day 7

2 Cleansing Salads

Days 1 to 5

7am: Psyllium Shake

9am: Fruit Salad

12pm: Herbs/Wheatgrass

1pm: Raw Fest Lunch

2.30pm: Coconut with Spirulina

4pm: Lymph Flush Juice

5.45pm: Apple Plate

7pm: Raw Fest Dinner

The Raw Fest costs 6000 Bt.

Our detox programme rate are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Liver cleanse

About the Detox ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

One of the main functions of the liver is to remove and breakdown toxins from the blood. It also metabolizes ingested drugs, including pharmaceutical drugs and alcohol. This imposes a large burden on the liver day to day, as your liver is effectively your filter. Cleaning and resting it once in a while is a great gift to your body. Cleansing the liver of gallstones dramatically improves digestion, which is the basis of your whole health. You can expect your allergies to disappear too, more with each cleanse you do! Incredibly, it also eliminates shoulder, upper arm, and upper back pain. You have more energy and increased sense of well being.

This is a 21 hour fast – you must be able to rest and stay close to home on day 2.

2 bowls of apples
4 glasses of Epsom Salt water
A large Olive Oil shake, prepared with limes.
Full library of books on nutrition, fasting, alternative medicine.
Herbal teas and filtered spring water
Complementary visit to the steam room
Constant supervision and support
Exit interview and consultation

This process must be preceeded by at least one day of eating only raw fruit and vegetables.

Day 1

Breakfast: Apple plate

Lunch: Apple plate

2 pm: Begin fasting for the rest of the day
6 pm: Drink one glass of Epsom Salt water
8 pm: Drink another glass of Epsom Salt water and pick up your olive oil shake.

9:45pm: Get ready for bed.
10 pm: Drink olive oil shake and go straight to bed

Day 2

7 am: Epsom salt water
9 am: Epsom salt water
11 am: You can begin eating again. Start with fruit and continue with raw food for the rest of the day. You can continue eating normally the next day.

The Liver Cleanse costs 1650 Bt.

The Weight Loss Programme

About the Weight Loss ProgrammeWhat’s IncludedThe ScheduleRates

The Weight Loss Programme combines 5 days of healthy eating from our Raw Fest menu with a seven day total Colon Cleanse.

This programme starts with a raw veg fest, where you nourish the body with delicious, nutritious fresh local vegetables and vegetable juices. Throughout the day you take a regime of herbs, and health shots including wheatgrass and spirulina, to keep you energized. This initial gentle detox program rests the colon and increases the body’s reserves of vitamins and minerals: this is an excellent way to kick-start weight loss and prepare your body for a seven day complete Colon Cleanse which begins on day 7. On day 14 we begin reintroducing solid food carefully selected from our Cleanse menu for the final two days. Our aim is that you leave here not only without that excess weight, but well nourished and equipped to continue healthy eating for life.

16 nights Accommodation
Weigh in and measurements
Complete fasting support manual
Life Coaching sessions at the beginning and end of your programme
Pre fast meals
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
5 day Raw fest
7 day complete colon cleanse
14 yoga classes
5 private 1:1 session with yoga or Pilates teacher
4 private exercise sessions (kayak, swimming, walking, hiking, dance classes, tone up classes etc.)
10 one hour Spa treatment of your choice
Herbal steam room daily use
2 Therapy or healing sessions
Constant supervision and support from the wellness centre crew and your Coordinators
An informative library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, spiritual literature
Exit interview and certificate!

This programme has an action-packed schedule, and plenty of time for resting and playing!

Your fitness sessions will take place during your first 5 days, before the full fast begins; then you can choose where to fit in your spa treatments, yoga classes, and all the other healthy treats included in this programme.

For the Raw Fest schedule, please click

For the 7.5 day detox schedule, please click

This package is only available with accommodation included.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox Air Con Dorm	61,520
Superior Room	83,00
Deluxe Room	98,800
Executive Room	110,200
Extra person sharing pays	56,000

The Joys of Spirulina

JonathanBowker — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 03:57:28 +0000

It feels so good but it tastes so bad…….

Although Spirulina looks like food from the future, it is in fact one of the oldest known life forms on earth. A mainstay of the diet in African Chad from the 9th century until today, it is known to have been used as a food source for the Aztecs until the 16th century: they called it “Techuitlatl”, which means ‘The Stone’s Excrement’. Tasty!

Now although ‘The Stone’s Excrement’ may not be the best term to whet the appetite, this blue-green microalgae is so nutrient dense that it is claimed we could survive on Spirulina & water alone, as just one teaspoon of Spirulina has the nutritional value of several servings of common vegetables.

For our palettes, however, now so accustomed to the joys of brie, sundried tomatoes, and massaman curry, living on Spirulina alone, despite all its health benefits, seems like a rather torturous option: it is, for most of us, something of an acquired – or not so acquired – taste, flavoured as it is with a faint hint of fish and seaweed. Hmmm. So after we take a look at some of the key health benefits, we’ve included some super simple recipes below to help you enjoy – or at least hide – Spirulina’s charms.

So why take it at all?

As Spirulina is a natural source of food packed with essential nutrients like no other, it is literally teeming with potential health benefits. Studies have been conducted on it since the 1970’s, and demonstrate, amongst other things, that it:

• Encourages weight loss

• Counteracts toxins in the body

• Helps purify the liver

• Increases mental alertness

• Lowers blood cholesterol and excess triglycerides

• Helps fight viral infections

• Treats radiation sickness

• Enhances the ability to generate new blood cells

• Improves blood sugar problems

• Strengthens the nervous system

• Strengthens the immune system

• Removes toxic metals such as lead and mercury from the body

• Improves the healing of wounds

How should Spirulina be taken – and even enjoyed?

Although mixing Spirulina in plain distilled water is the best way for maximum absorption, the most popular way to enjoy Spirulina is to add it to your favourite fruit or vegetable juice in a blender. It tastes good with apple juice or in a smoothie with bananas or mangos. You can start with a teaspoon or less at first and add more only when you are sure you can tolerate the taste.

After taking Spirulina, avoid alcohol, soft drinks or coffee for 30 minutes as these drinks can destroy some of the nutrients and enzymes

As heat also destroys much of the nutrient content, it is best not to include Spirulina in cooking recipes; however, it is possible to add it to soups or stews just before serving.

And for the adventurous, here are some simple Spirulina recipes:

Spirulina Green Juice

1 English cucumber

2 medium sized apples (I like Fuji apples best, but any variety will do)

1 small lemon or lime

1 teaspoon Spirulina powder

Juice the produce in a juicer and then add 1 teaspoon of Spirulina powder to your juicer.

Spirulina Honey

3 tablespoons raw honey

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon Spirulina powder

Mix all ingredients together and use as you would regular honey by drizzling it on fruit, putting it in your tea, cereal, etc.

Spirulina Seasoning Salt

4 tablespoons nutritional yeast

1 teaspoon Spirulina powder

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste

Sprinkle this seasoning salt over air popped popcorn, kale chips, steamed veggies, baked potatoes, etc.

Simple Spirulina Salad Dressing

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon Spirulina powder

Juice and zest of ½ lemon

Sprinkle of garlic powder and cayenne pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together and pour over your favorite salad. Some people make the dressing without the lemon juice and zest, so you can experiment with what you like best.

And here are a few more simple ideas:

Spirulina in rice: mix it into some rice with olive oil and maybe salt or liquid aminos and tofu chunks added. Also fine with vegetables or beans.
Spirulina on rice cakes (or toast): Just a little olive oil and spirulina sprinkled onto a rice cake is delicious. Also good on toast.
Spirulina & tofu: Sprinkle some on tofu, adding olive or flax or wheat germ oil as well. Adding some chopped, fresh vegetables into this dish is quite nice as well.
Do it Sanctuary style, by adding your daily dose of Spirulina to a fresh coconut. My favourite for sure.

Enjoy!

(with thanks to the internet, particularly eatdrinkbetter.com and rawglow.com for the recipe ideas).

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Thanks for booking your Yoga Discovery Mini-Break

alberto — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:04:31 +0000

Thanks for booking your Yoga Discovery Mini-Break.

Our reservations office will get back to you within 2 days

Yoga Discovery Mini-Break

Mike — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 07:10:43 +0000

Discover Yoga mini-holiday.

About the Mini BreakInclusionsRatesBook Now!

We are pleased to offer our NEW Yoga mini-break. This is aimed at those who do not have time for 7 + days visit but want to dive in and discover yoga.

This program offers a daily yoga class, daily spa treatment and steam visit as well as 1 private yoga class and 1 private therapy session at the Tea Temple during the short visit.

1 x Arrival. dinner first night
3 x Yoga / Pilates classes
1 x Tickets for Private Yoga / Pilates session
3 x Tickets for 1 hour Spa treatments *
3 x Steam Passes
1 x Sanctuary therapy or healing session
+ 3 nights accommodation ( Book this between September 15 and November 30 and get 1 added night accommodation free of charge )

Accommodation type	Cost
Budget Mid Range bungalow / Padma House	10.980 Thai Baht
Superior Hill side bungalow / Palms Villa	12,470 Thai Baht
Deluxe Weemarn baan / Garden Suite/ Sunshine house	15,450 Thai Baht
Executive Deluxe Garden Suite / Star House	18,540 Thai Baht
2nd person sharing – pays for services	6,600 Thai Baht

These prices reflect a 5 % discount

Detox retreats & holidays @ The Sanctuary Thailand

alberto — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 11:03:10 +0000

Detox Programs

Making it easy to detox – all inclusive packages.

Our all-inclusive detox packages below offer you a 10 % discount off all services within the program with our Master Cleanse package offering a 15 % discount.

{ you can also book detox programs a la carte }

3 ½ days / 5 night All Inclusive Detox Package

About the Detox ProgrammeThe DetoxDaily SchedulePackage IncludesRatesBook Now!

The 3.5 day Mini-Fast is great for a first fast, or if you only have a short break! Give your body the chance to get rid of the gross waste products of digestion, by resting and cleansing the entire digestive system. This is a great one to perform regularly as a “maintenance” routine, to keep toxins cleansed regularly.

We recommend a stay of 5 nights for this detox (a minimum of 4 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 3.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 lymphatic flush juice drink
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Days 1 – 3

7:00 am: Shake
8:30 am: Herbs
10:00 am: Shake
11:30 am: Herbs
1:00 pm: Shake
2:30 pm: Herbs
2:50 pm: Lymph Flush Juice
4:00 pm: Shake
4:00-6:00 pm: Colonic session
5:30 pm: Herbs
7:00 pm: Veggie Broth Soup
8:30 pm: Herbs
Before Sleep: Probiotic

Day 4

Psyllium shake
Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution
One bowl of papaya or apple
Probiotic tonic drink

You can enjoy your detox experience as part of an all-inclusive package:

Arrival dinner on your first night
3 Yoga / pilates classes
3 Spa treatments * ( not waxing)
3 ½ day detox program
Daily steam pass
5 nights accommodation ( see options below )

This package is only available in our Wellness Center accommodation – please see under the Rates tab for rooms and prices!

The cost of this package depends on your room type. Packages are only available in these rooms.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox dorm	15,260
Thai style room	18,770
Villa air con	20,480
Deluxe air con	23,720
Super deluxe aircon	25,430
Garden suite	27,140
Deluxe garden suite	30,470
Extra persona sharing room pays	12,100

5 ½ days / 7 night All Inclusive Detox Package

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The 5.5 day Fast allows your body to rest that little bit longer and detoxify that little bit more. Giving your body this chance to rest will allow for deeper elimination and some gentle healing.

We recommend a stay of 7 nights for this detox (a minimum of 6 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 5.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 lymphatic flush juice drink
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

Days 1 – 5

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Day 6

Psyllium shake
Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution
One bowl of papaya or apple
Probiotic tonic drink

You can enjoy your detox as part of an all-inclusive package:

Arrival dinner on your first night
5 Yoga / pilates classes
5 Spa treatments *( not waxing)
5 ½ day detox program
Daily steam pass
7 nights accommodation ( see options below )

This package is only available in our Wellness Center accommodation - please see under the Rates tab for rooms and prices!

The cost of this package depends on your room type. Packages are only available in these rooms.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox dorm	21,490
Thai style room	26,400
Villa air con	28,800
Deluxe air con	33,330
Super deluxe aircon	35,730
Garden suite	38,120
Deluxe garden suite	42,780
Extra persona sharing room pays	17,000

7 ½ days / 9 night All Inclusive Detox Package

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We recommend a stay of 9 nights for this detox (a minimum of 8 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 7.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 lymphatic flush juice drink
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

Days 1 – 7

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Day 8

Psyllium shake
Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution
One bowl of papaya or apple
Probiotic tonic drink

You can enjoy your detox experience as part of an all-inclusive package:

Arrival dinner on your first night
7 Yoga / pilates classes
7 Spa therapies *( not waxing)
7 ½ day detox program
Daily steam pass
9 nights accommodation (see options below )

This package is only available in our Wellness Center accommodation - please see under the Rates tab for rooms and prices!

The cost of this package depends on your room type. Packages are only available in these rooms.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox dorm	27,270
Thai style room	33,580
Villa air con	36,660
Deluxe air con	42,490
Super deluxe aircon	45,570
Garden suite	48,650
Deluxe garden suite	54,640
Extra persona sharing room pays	21,500

10 ½ days / 12 night All Inclusive Master Cleanse Detox Package

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Our Master Cleanse programme is a 10.5 day fast. Here you gain the full benefits of a longer fast: detoxification, healing, and with this longer fast, a greater degree of weight loss too.

We recommend a stay of 12 nights for this detox (a minimum of 11 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 10.5 day detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
1 lymphatic flush juice drink
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

(On the evening prior to the first day of your fast, take 3 “Chomper” herbal capsules.)

Days 1 – 10

You will begin the detox process by taking 3 ‘Chomper’ herbal capsules after your last meal.

Day 11

Psyllium shake
Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution
One bowl of one papaya or apple
Probiotic tonic drink

You can enjoy your detox experience as part of an all-inclusive package:

Arrival dinner on your first night
10 Yoga / pilates classes
10 Spa treatments *( not waxing)
10 Day detox program
Daily steam pass
12 Nights accommodation ( see options below )

This package is only available in our Wellness Center accommodation - please see under the Rates tab for rooms and prices!

The cost of this package depends on your room type. Packages are only available in these rooms.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox dorm	35,980
Thai style room	43,930
Villa air con	47,810
Deluxe air con	55,150
Super deluxe aircon	59,030
Garden suite	62.900
Deluxe garden suite	70,450
Extra persona sharing room pays	28,730

7 ½ day / 9 night All Inclusive Candida Detox Package

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Our Candida Detox aims to strengthen your immune system and intestinal flora to fight the Candida Albicans.

This detox follows the same form as our other detox programmes, but uses additional supplements specifically selected for their anti-candida effects; we also substitute cucumber juice for watermelon juice in your daily shakes, to lower the amount of sugar you are ingesting during your fast.

We recommend a stay of 9 nights for this detox (a minimum of 8 nights is required).

You do not need to be staying in Sanctuary accommodation to take part in our detox programmes.

We recommend at least 2 to 3 days pre and post-fast dietary preparation to maximize the benefits of the process. Guidelines are included with your booking confirmation.

Our 7.5 day candida detox includes all of the following:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, complete with a comprehensive fasting support manual
The complete array of herbal intestinal cleansers and nutritional supplements
Psyllium husk and bentonite clay purification “shakes” 4 times daily
One fresh coconut with spirulina, and one cucumber juice
An organic coffee “colema board” colonic flush daily
Full probiotic (intestinal bacteria) replacement programme
A relaxing space entirely for fasters to hang out in, complete with hammocks
A full library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
Complimentary visits to our herbal steam room
A vegetable broth, shared in the evenings with your fellow fasters
Constant supervision and support
A wheatgrass colonic flush on your final morning
A post-cleanse guide to take away

Days 1 – 7

7am: Shake

8.30am: Herbs

10am: Shake

11.30am: Herbs

1pm: Shake

2.30pm: Herbs

2.50pm: Fresh Coconut with Spirulina

4pm: Shake

4-6pm: Colonic Session

5.30pm: Herbs

5.50pm: Cucumber Juice

7pm: Veggie Broth Soup

8.30pm: Herbs

9.30pm: Probiotic

Day 8

Psyllium only shake
Early colonic of wheatgrass or chamomile solution
One bowl of papaya or apple
Probiotic tonic drink

You can enjoy your detox as part of an all-inclusive package:

Arrival dinner on your first night
7 Yoga / pilates classes
7 Spa therapies *( not waxing)
7 ½ day detox program
Additional herbs / supplements for Candida **
Daily steam pass
9 nights accommodation (see options below )

This package is only available in our Wellness Center accommodation - please see under the Rates tab for rooms and prices!

The cost of this package depends on your room type. Packages are only available in these rooms.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox dorm	28,530
Thai style room	34,840
Villa air con	37,920
Deluxe air con	43,750
Super deluxe aircon	46,830
Garden suite	49,910
Deluxe garden suite	55,900
Extra persona sharing room pays	22,770

14 day / 16 night All Inclusive Weight Loss Package

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This comprehensive programme begins every Monday, and runs for a full 14 days and 16 nights (we recommend arriving on Sunday for the Monday start).

The programme consists of 5 days of our Raw Fest, followed by a 7.5 day fast, as well as a complete package of yoga, fitness, spa treatments and alternative therapies. The programme should leave you feeling revitalized and re-energised, as well as fitter, leaner, and brighter!

The Raw Fest allows the colon to rest, by removing a complex diet and providing natural energy & vitamins from raw foods and supplements. After 5 days, your system will be perfectly prepared for a 7.5 day detox.

For details of our Raw Fest, please click here
For details of the 7.5 day detox, click here.

This programme has an action-packed schedule, and plenty of time for resting and playing!
Your fitness sessions will take place during your first 5 days, before the full fast begins; then you can choose where to fit in your spa treatments, yoga classes, and all the other healthy treats included in this programme.

This comprehensive package includes:

Pre-fast interview and consultation, including weigh in and measurements
Complete fasting support manual
Constant supervision and support from the wellness centre crew and your Coordinators
5 days of our Raw Fest
7 day complete colon cleanse
On-demand herbal tea and fresh filtered spring water
An informative library of fasting, nutrition, alternative medicine, and spiritual literature
16 nights accommodation

Activities:

2 Life coaching sessions
14 yoga classes
5 private 1:1 session with yoga or pilates teacher
4 private exercise sessions (kayak, swimming, walking, hiking, dance classes, tone up classes etc.)
10 one hour spa treatments of your choice
2 Therapy or healing sessions
Herbal steam room use daily

This package is only available with accommodation included.

Package prices are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Accommodation type	Cost
Detox Air Con Dorm	61,520
Superior Room	83,00
Deluxe Room	98,800
Executive Room	110,200
Extra person sharing pays	56,000

Tasha’s journey to Asia Yoga Conference in Hong Kong

Mike — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 06:31:32 +0000

At the beginning of the month I was lucky enough to go to Evolution, the Asia Yoga Conference in Hong Kong, which took place between 7^th and 10^th June: http://www.asiayogaconference.com

The conference offered an array of yoga teachers from around the world giving classes and lectures on everything from pranayama to Tantra, Ashtanga to Kundalini, from inversions to backbends.

And I’m happy to say I was impressed. The 6 classes I attended were all of an incredibly high quality, and not at all the impersonal ‘teacher shouting instructions to a thousand students through a headset while signing copies of their own book’ that I had, in my darkest moments on that ferry to Surat Thani, feared.

I returned to the bay tired but inspired, and asking myself the question (Sex and the City style): “When it comes to asana, what makes a great yoga teacher?”

And here are my thoughts (more bullet point, less Carrie Bradshaw)

Passion

An inspiring yoga teacher is one who is themself inspired by yoga. They don’t have to say they are: you can feel it. A great yoga teacher adheres to their own personal practice, because to not do so would just not make sense to them… it’s as natural as their heart beat. They teach it because they love it.

Knowledge

This is my body you are dealing with – I want you to know what you’re doing with it. I need to trust you. I want you to have enough knowledge to know that if my body is responding to this pose in that way, you have some idea of what is going on in there – and adjust me accordingly.

Clarity of Instructions

A great asana teacher knows what instructions a student needs to hear so they aren’t thinking ‘But what about my left thigh, shouldn’t that be…?’ They know how a student’s mind works, how the body will best get into a pose, how long it takes to inhale and exhale. They know when to remind you to breathe. They know when to let you collapse into child’s pose.

Casually Demanding

So there I was in Danny Paradise’s Ashtanga class on the last day of the conference, and the Tequila shots I had downed on the dancefloor the previous night were not such a distant memory. In true Sanctuary style, I was balancing my detox with my retox – Tequila now, Ashtanga later.
However, to complete the picture, here is my exchange with Danny from the previous day:
Me: ‘Hi Danny, it says your class Journey of the Soul is open to all levels but I don’t actually practice Ashtanga… is this appropriate for me?’
DP: ’Sure no problem.’
And now here I was, after tumbling into bed straight from the dancefloor at 4.30am, doing second and third series standing poses with a teacher who thought this was fun.
Hmmm.
At one point, he demonstrated a pose –playfully, creatively – (not words usually associated with Ashtanga, but this is what makes Danny a bit special) – that looked, frankly, anatomically impossible. In a class of 40 or so people, I figured if I just kind of bent over more or less in that direction, no one would notice and no one would care. Even I didn’t really care: I’d already written off my own ability to do this pose.
When who should spring up but Danny himself, laid back and casual, lying on his back to use his feet to help me get into position. And treating it like a given that I could, and would, just for the fun of it.
So I did.
Great teaching.

Not too charismatic

If, however, a yoga teacher is too charismatic, it becomes personality driven and more about them than about the teaching. And the teaching has so much to share – I don’t want to be distracted by the charisma. On the other hand, I’ve had some super dry middle England dog trainer types who were at the other end of the charisma spectrum… the Iyengar school in particular, seems to attract a lot of these…

Humour

Its not absolutely necessary, but the occasional sprinkling of humour doesn’t go amiss. It may not be to everyone’s taste but I like it. And it just stops the yogis taking themselves so damn seriously.

In Hong Kong, Tasha attended classes with:

Danny Paradise, who was fun and free http://www.dannyparadise.com/

Scott Blossom, who was patient and informative http://www.shunyatayoga.com/

Jason Crandell, who was clear and knowledgeable http://jasonyoga.com/

Paul Dallaghan, who was funny! http://www.yoga-thailand.com/

Bernie Clark, who was wise and kind http://www.yinyoga.com/

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