Panchakarma, the gem of Ayurveda, is the term used in Ayurvedic classics for detox. It is a Sanskrit word derived from two Sanskrit roots; pancha meaning five and karma meaning procedure (here). When something upsets body, body expels them mostly through nose, vomiting, sweat, stool, etc. You can experience this sort of cleansing in food poisoning, chest infection, fever, etc. Ayurveda uses these natural ways of cleansing in an increased but controlled way through panchakarma.
Preparing the body for Ayurvedic detox
Ayurveda is highly holistic in nature. Detox plans are made according to an individual’s dosha imbalance, health issues and body type. So always, detox begins with a consultation. Sometimes according to the state of your metabolism, Rafeena may suggest taking herbs for a short period of time. Body will be able to process the detox treatments properly only if the metabolism is good enough to carry out it. If your metabolism is sluggish or you are overwhelmed with stress having a few sessions of specific Ayurvedic body (massage and/or steam) treatments can help to get quick desired results. So most of the time, detox will be more effective if you plan and start ahead.
Diet during Ayurvedic detox
During your initial consultation Rafeena Kidavintavida will recommend the diet that’s healing/nurturing for you. Apart from that, Ayurveda suggests simple diet/ mono fasting during the days of detox (that means you can eat!) to spend least energy for digestion and focus mainly on cleansing and healing. Dietary support and recipes will be provided for the days of detox.
(As detox is highly holistic, after the initial consultation,Rafeena will prescribe the detox script by including following steps.)
When properly done panchakarma helps to cleanse the body, expel toxins, improve vitality, boost immunity, lose extra weight, provide youthfulness, get clear skin, provide clarity to mind and lightness of sense organs; and treat specific illnesses.
Detox plan always begins with an initial consultation. If your metabolism is sluggish, body needed to be prepared with certain herbs. Rafeena will tell you how long you have to take those herbs and when will be/ are you ready for detox. Then a detox plan will be made including the required panchakarma and preparatory procedures. Most of the time treatments are combined to get the best possible results and save time. The simplest detox plan takes 3 days to finish. 5 days, 7 days and 10 days plans are also widely used in Australia. Discuss with Rafeena to know about the number of treatments involved and hours required. Cost depends upon the plan; however a standard rate is offered according to the hours/day and the number of days required irrespective of the specific treatments involved.
Panchakarma Time required: Varies. Consecutive 3 days at least.
Services included: 1-2 detox procedures (eg. Nasal detox +Ayurvedic therapeutic enema) + Ayurvedic therapeutic massage treatments
Daily assessment
Herbal tea and dietary support
Lifestyle guidelines
Sometimes you may need a consult with Rafeena 2 weeks before. $99 for Standard consultation (cost of herbs not included)