“I surprised my husband with a 9 day Raw Detox at Santosa Detox & Wellness Centre right before our 5 week European holiday in July 2018.
From the very first day of our arrival we settled right in to the experience of detox and exercise. It was also a quiet period so there were not many guests which meant that we were pretty ‘spoiled’ by the wonderful staff. Each day we would wake up at 7am and head to the morning yoga, which was a wonderful way to start the day. Not too strenuous.Then we would have our green shot and head over to the morning meeting to explain the plan for the day ahead. We sipped on the concoction we had to take prior to our first colonic of the day and then would go to have the colonic which became a daily ritual (twice) we actually looked forward to. Knowing that it was getting rid of toxins and waste in the body. The room was private and clean and there was a TV to watch informative shows.
After this there could be another exercise, like yoga, pilates, zumba, HIIT, acro yoga. Then the relaxing part of the day which we always looked forward to, a wonderful massage and then our Raw lunch. After this we might have half an hour to run down to the pool and swim and sunbathe before the next colonic. Then there would be another form of exercise or meditation for an hour. Time now for hot sauna and cold plunge pool.
Then, yay….. dinner! We did every single activity that was planned and virtually ran to every one. There was no time to sit and relax (except the half hour at the pool). We went back to our 2 bedroom apartment and there we would relax with TV or just simply get a good nights sleep and start all over again the next day.
We were loving it and my husband was feeling particularly good and energised and loving the fact that he was losing weight daily. By the end of the 9 days he had lost nearly 6 kgs and a great deal of visceral fat. I had lost just 1 kg (but had less to lose) but my body age that started at 36 (I am 60 yrs old) came down to 35 !
We went to Europe and met up with our friends and they all said how well we both looked. My husband still talks about Santosa daily and wants to return, which we will.
The staff were awesome, particularly Maria, Paula, Olivia and Leila. They are so knowledgeable and caring. The owner is lucky to have these girls and the other wonderful staff particularly when she returns home and leaves them to run the business. We could not fault anything. OK the accommodation is quite basic but it is clean and serviced every day.
We would highly recommend Santosa to anyone looking at changing up their lives and doing a detox who is serious. We look forward to returning in the not too distant future. “
Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.
Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.
Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.
Have you recently been feeling a bit sluggish? Perhaps you are lacking the motivation to look after yourself, eat well and exercise? If you can relate to any of these symptoms, now is the perfect time to try a detox program.
If you are looking for a gentle way to ease into detox and learn more about living a healthier life, a Juice Fast is a really good option. It is a slightly gentler cleanse, which makes it great for those new to detox, but it also remains an effective and true method to rid the body of toxins.
A Juice Fast is truly a wonderful way to kickstart your health and set you on the right track to a healthy diet. Here at Santosa, the Juice Fast detox program consists of delicious, fresh fruit and vegetable juices that utilize the wide variety of tropical produce available on the island.
What are the benefits of a Juice Fast?
There are many benefits of a Juice Fast. First and foremost, a Juice Fast helps to rid the body of toxins and harmful waste. A Juice Fast helps to eliminate cravings and curb your appetite, which gives the stomach a rest. It also is a great way to let the gut repair itself as you will be consuming less calories. It should be noted that even though you are consuming less calories, the Juice Fast still supplies the body with the beneficial vitamins and nutrients that it needs.
Another great benefit of a Juice Fast is that it floods our system with nutrition. As you won’t need to making decisions on what to eat during the program, you will feel satisfied and it might be easier to break some food addictions such as eating loads of carbs or sugar every day.
A Juice Fast is also a natural way to lose weight. You will notice that water bloat subsides and it is possible that you might also lose some fat. Another important fact of a juice fast is that after the first day’s acclimation, you will be able to maintain your energy levels. Many people have expressed that during a Juice Fast, they feel much more energy and loads of mental clarity due to the cutting out of caffeine and other carbonated drinks.
The energy levels are important, and since a Juice Fast allows you to maintain them, when you are staying with us at Santosa you will be able to take part in the wide variety of activities that are available throughout the day at Santosa such as yoga, HIIT, Zumba, TRX, Breathwork, Meditation and so many more.
Choose Santosa Detox & Wellness Center for Your Juice Fast
The Juice Fast Program at Santosa consists of 5 fresh made juices per day plus 3 rounds of cleansing drinks and detox supplements which allow the liver to work in a much more efficient way. In addition, during a Juice Fast detox program you will be able to do colon cleansing 2 times per day. Colemas are an effective way to rid the body of toxins as soon as possible to avoid them reentering the bloodstream. After each colema, you’ll be able to sip on a fresh coconut to restore electrolytes. Another perk of the program is the daily massage and access to the sauna and ice baths which allows for detoxification from other channels.
The Juice Fast detox program at Santosa also offers pre and post program consultations which help to ensure that individual needs are met. Our caring, compassionate staff will be with you every step of the way to offer advice and see to it that you get the most out of your Juice Fast.
Are you ready to sign up for a Juice Fast?
Simply fill out the inquiry below and a member of staff will get back to you. We can’t wait to welcome you to Santosa, our detox retreat on the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand.
Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.
Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.
Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.
By dietary standards, fasting means to abstain from all substances except pure water in a total and complete environment of rest. There are variations of fasting, including juice fasting which is abstinence from all food and drink except water and fresh fruit and vegetable juices. Another modified variation of fasting includes small amounts of solid food, usually raw fruits and vegetables as well as steamed vegetables.
Fasting enhances the body’s normal detoxification process of eliminating toxins from the body through the colon, liver, kidneys and skin. During fasting, as no food enters the body, the body turns to its fat reserves for energy. Fasting helps triggers a natural healing process within the body. During fasting, since no food is entering the digestive system, the body’s energy is diverted away from the digestive system towards the immune system and metabolism. The health benefits of fasting are endless, but it is not always an easy process.
As with any detoxification of the body, fasting can conjure up a lot of emotions for its participants. It can often times be difficult as the body does go through withdrawals, therefore forcing the person fasting to focus on the actual hunger of the body as well as the pain, whether mental or physical, that accompanies some detox programs (the mind tends to trick us into thinking that the program we are participating in is more difficult than it is). It can be hard to stay motivated during fasting, but once you start to focus on the transformation the body is going through it can be a much easier process. This is due to the body itself, as once it is in fasting mode it becomes accustomed to going without food for a few days.Ways to stay motivated while fasting.
Ways to stay motivated while fasting
There are certain ways to stay motivated while fasting, but one of the most important leading up to the fast is to remember to gear up mentally and spiritually for the fast. Specify a specific time frame for the fast – set a specific goal and stick to it. Make up your mind before you even start the fast that you are going to finish the fast; that you are strong enough to endure the “pain” of the fast and mentally prepared to focus on the process. Anticipate your weaknesses beforehand and begin to think of how to deal with them. In the days leading up to the fast, cut back on the food that you eat. Eating lightly shrinks the stomach, and will reduce the annoying hunger pains felt during the first few days of the fast.
Another important aspect of preparing for a fast is to have a focus. This focus can be spiritual if it needs be, or it can be as simple as setting intentions for what you hope the fast accomplishes. Having a focus will keep you motivated in the fast and also function as a reminder for why you started the fast in the first place.
Are you interested in fasting? Would you like to try fasting? If you answered yes to either of these questions, we encourage you to fill out the enquiry form. Here at Santosa Detox and Wellness Center, we offer a wide variety of health and wellness programs including tailored detox and fasting programs. Our staff is fully knowledgeable and the environment of our detox and wellness center is a nurturing yet supportive one. Our aim is to help you accomplish your detox and wellness goals and set you on a path to rejuvenated health awareness. We look forward to welcoming you to Santosa Detox and Wellness Center.
Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.
Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.
Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.
Within the health and wellness community over the last years, fasting has become increasingly popular. Although at times viewed controversial, it is important to note that fasting does not cause starvation or force the body to go into starvation mode. In fact, fasting can be a wonderful addition to a diet or detox program as it can have powerful effects on both the body and the brain.
Even if It all sounds great, but some of you may be wondering what exactly is fasting? By definition, fasting is a willing abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.
Fasting has many positive effects. While fasting, the digestive system is able to take a rest and this is important because believe it or not, our bodies do need to rest. Fasting allows for detoxification and cleansing of the body, too. One of the biggest mental and emotional factors of fasting is that it brings clarity.
Fasting creates a break in eating patterns. If you are fasting, chances are you will reflect on your current eating patterns and participating in a fast helps shine the spotlight on less healthy eating habits. Fasting is well-known for healing emotional patterns and jumpstarting emotional clarity. After fasting, you will feel light and more energised. Many people who fast also state that fasting brings about an inner calm and enhances a spiritual connection.
There are also many physical effects to be experience while fasting. Fasting tends to improve arthritis, skin conditions, digestive disorders and is especially good for allergies. Fasting is sometimes referred to as the “miracle cure” as it does wonders for many types of ailments.
To begin fasting, it is advisable to start with simple, short-term fasting. Don’t push yourself too much as even short fasts will allow your digestive tract to rest, ensuring that your organs begin to repair and heal. The benefits of fasting are amazing, and we do suggest you give it a try.
Learning more about fasting in Phuket
Interested to learn more about fasting, or health and wellness in general? Located on the lovely island of Phuket, Thailand, Santosa Detox and Wellness Center offers an amazing variety of unique detox and wellness programs as well as engaging activities to jumpstart your health and get it back on track.
Simply fill out the enquiry form below and a member of our dedicated wellness staff will be in touch. Knowledge is power, and here at Santosa we love to share our knowledge and help others on their journey to a happier, healthier life. We look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to our programs and activities here at Santosa Detox and Wellness Center.
More and more people are going raw or incorporating more raw foods into their diet. The choice to eat raw – vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes – is generally about wanting to be healthier and more mindful of what is put into the body.
Raw food eaters believe that when food is heated it loses a vast portion of its enzyme and nutrient content. Raw food has become quite popular over the last few years, and these days there are a large variety of raw food cookbooks as well as raw food options at cafes and gourmet restaurants. Even some airlines offer raw food as menu options.
Raw foods are part of an optimal diet, and if you are not currently eating them, you definitely should be.
Why try a Raw Food Fast Detox Program?
A Raw Food Fast Detox Program is an excellent way to get your body back on track. During an average like time, it is likely that 60 tons of food passes through our digestive tracts. Most of that food is highly-processed which exposes us to chemicals and toxins and has a very negative effect on our digestive health.
The longer we allow chemicals and toxins to reside inside of our bodies, the greater the potential for them to cause problems, especially to our guts, and the more urgent the need for the body to get rid of them. This is why periodically the digestive system needs a cleanse, and a raw food cleanse is both a perfect and easy choice to help restore the digestive system.
What can I eat on a Raw Food Fast Detox Program?
Most people who have never tried raw food or participated in a detox or cleanse of any kind tend to believe that they will ‘starve’ if they follow through with a Raw Food Fast Detox Program. That is definitely not the case. In fact, there are many advantages to this kind of diet and a few important ones are highlighted here:
A raw food detox or cleanse is gentle
Eating raw and organic food for any period of time gives the body a break from processed foods, toxins and chemicals
Raw foods are high in fiber which is extremely good for the body
The enzymes contained in raw food aid in digestion
The numerous antioxidants found in raw fruits, nuts, grains and vegetables prevent and combat many diseases
A raw food diet truly is very good for you, and has many health advantages. A Raw Food Fast Detox Program helps to reawaken the taste buds, and you will be able to eat a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts & seeds and legumes including blueberries, pears, figs, granola, curried lentils, gazpacho, zucchini, kale and even cacao to name a few. Raw food recipes are innovative and delicious, and despite what you might have heard, are easy to prepare.
Santosa’s Raw Food Fast Detox Program
The unique program offered at Santosa Detox and Wellness Center brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests who are looking for a long-lasting and sustainable post-program experience.
The program offers a balanced and nutritionally delicious raw food set menu in addition to regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including Colon Hydrotherapy sessions. The Raw Food Fast Detox Program at Santosa is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way.
An added feature to the Raw Food Fast Detox Program is that participants are invited to join the regular raw food cooking classes which provide a nutritional and culinary education and will give insight into how to prepare raw foods post-program.
A raw food diet has shown to provide a tremendous increase in energy levels providing our guests the ideal platform to take part in many of our daily activities here at Santosa Detox and Wellness Center.
If you are interested in the Raw Food Fast Detox Program and would like further information, simply fill out the inquiry below and one of our professional wellness staff will be in touch as soon as possible.
At Santosa, guests can use their free time to relax and disconnect from the stresses of the outside world by joining our free classes, taking a swim or a relaxing ice bath after a sauna.
Santosa Spa is truly an extension of our ethics; to take you on a sensual and luxurious journey. Our treatments nurture and support the connection between body, mind and spirit.
Shirodara & Ayurvedic - Thai Herbal Compress - Hot Stone - Cupping Therapy - Infrared Dome Sauna - Ion Cleanse Foot Bath - Epsom Salt Foot SPA and Foot Scrub
Fasting creates a break in eating patterns. If you are fasting, chances are you will reflect on your current eating patterns and participating in a fast helps shine the spotlight on less healthy eating habits. Fasting is well-known for healing emotional patterns and jumpstarting emotional clarity. After fasting, you will feel light and more energised. Many people who fast also state that fasting brings about an inner calm and enhances a spiritual connection. 
The unique program offered at Santosa Detox and Wellness Center brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests who are looking for a long-lasting and sustainable post-program experience.
