Unit 5b Chevin Mill, Leeds Road, Otley, LS21 1BT West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Guided seasonal ayurvedic cleanse
Why do we cleanse?
Each season has its own set of qualities which we naturally absorb into our bodies and minds. As each season goes on we start to form a build-up in the body which if left can start to show symptoms. Late winter/early spring is the Kapha season which is heavy, cold and wet which can cause us to have heavier emotions, fatigue, lethargy, mucous build up, coughs, cold, sluggish digestion and weight gain. The autumn is Vata season which is dry, cold and fast moving and this can leave us feeling unsettled, depleted, anxious, struggling to sleep, bloated, constipated and dry in the body. The summer is Pitta season which is heating and this can leave us feeling burnt out, with allergies and skin rashes, loose stools, acid indigestion, heart burn and heated emotions like anger and frustration.
Ayurveda sees that as we transition from one season to the next, it is a great time to cleanse. A cleanse helps to rid the mind and body of any toxins (ama) that have built up throughout the season, reset digestion and leave us feeling brighter and energised.
What to expect
There are three phases to an ayurvedic cleanse. We start with phase one in which we remove foods that may cause us digestive upset and start eating a mainly plant based menu. This phase will last 3 days to give time to gradually wean off from any processed food/sugar/coffee.
This sets us up for phase two (3 days) (our active cleanse phase) where we introduce the mono diet approach. Here we eat kitchari or mung bean soup which will reset and repair digestion. Kitchari is a delicious dish made from mung beans, rice, spices and vegetables. It is a complete meal as it provides the 10 essential amino acids our bodies cannot make. Mung beans are used because of their amazing effects on our body. They are suitable for all doshas (body types), anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, high in flavonoids which boost immunity, and they have a scrubbing effect on the body stimulating the release of toxins from the blood and tissues. Most people really like this phase of the cleanse as it takes out the decision-making process of what to eat. One pot of kitchari can be made in the morning and eaten throughout the day.
In phase three (4 days or longer if you prefer) we want to start to gradually introduce the plant based whole foods that we were eating in phase one again. Then we slowly begin adding any foods that many people struggle with such as eggs, wheat, dairy, nuts and soya. This slow approach enables you to notice any digestive symptoms that may come up from specific foods.
Price options & what is included
Seasonal Cleanse Package - £40
· 30 minute cleanse session to go over the cleanse information and tailor make the cleanse to you as an individual. (On zoom or in person at my Otley treatment room).
· 3 check in messages over the 10 days to keep up momentum, accountability and answer any questions that may come up.
· 10% off Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage treatments whilst on your cleanse (at my Otley treatment room).
Ayurvedic Consultation and Seasonal Cleanse Package - £110
· 90 minute Ayurvedic Health Consultation to deep dive into any symptoms your body is presenting with and a full questionnaire to get to the root cause of any imbalances in the body. You will receive a full Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle plan made specifically for you including mindful eating, stress relieving protocols, movement for your body type, sleep hygiene, ayurvedic practises to incorporate into your routine and much more (best done in person at my Otley treatment room).
· 30 minute cleanse session to go over the cleanse information and tailor make the cleanse to you as an individual. (Can be done at the same time as your Ayurvedic Consultation).
· 3 check in messages over the 10 days to keep up momentum, accountability and answer any questions that may come up.
· 10% off Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage treatments whilst on your cleanse.
