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Our Program
Our five-day program, Monday through
Friday, is custom-tailored to your current state of health,
wellness and constitutional imbalances. The following are
included in the basic panchakarma fee. (Refer to the Panchakarma
Fee Schedule for
details.)
- An orientation on Sunday evening before
your program begins on Monday
- A complete Ayurvedic consultation
assessment including a pulse evaluation
- Daily Ayurvedic treatments of approximately
two hours consisting of: Abhyanga (a two-person synchronized
oil massage), Svedana (individual herbalized sweat therapy),
Shirodhara (pouring of warm oil to the forehead), Udhulana
(herbalized dusting of the body)
- One or more of the five therapeutic
cleansing methods as prescribed, depending on your condition
and constitution
- One chromo-therapy session
- Special Ayur*Yoga classes that assist
in eliminating toxins and doshas, and have a therapeutic
and restorative effect on the system
- Consultations with a Panchakarma Consultant
throughout the week to monitor your progress
- A special therapeutic diet of kitchari
and herbal teas provided daily. All of the food and tea served is 100% organic.
- Lifestyle and diet recommendations
specific to each individual
- Free attendance of Ayurvedic education
classes with Vasant Lad, Monday through Thursday, 6 to 9 pm
when the Ayurvedic Studies Program is in session, or by
his advanced students when Vasant Lad is not available
- A supportive environment that provides
space for true contemplation and self-healing
- Recommendations for herbal rasayanas
(rejuvenatives) for you to take after panchakarma
- Post panchakarma health and wellness
program for healthy diet, exercise and lifestyle practices
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The Benefits of Panchakarma
Panchakarma (five actions) is a cleansing and
rejuvenating program for the body, mind and consciousness.
It is known for its beneficial effects on overall health,
wellness and self-healing. You can benefit in the following
ways:
- Eliminate toxins and toxic conditions from your body and
mind
- Restore your constitutional balance improving health and
wellness
- Strengthen your immune system and become more resistant
to illness
- Reverse the negative effects of stress on your body and
mind
- Slow the aging process
- Enhance your self-reliance, strength, energy, vitality
and mental clarity
- Bring about deep relaxation and a sense of well-being
- Reduce dependence on drugs and medicine
- Implement positive lifestyle changes
There are additional charges for the
following. (Refer to the Panchakarma Fee
Schedule for details.)
- Optional private yoga sessions
- Additional subtle therapy treatments
that may be prescribed
- Comfortable housing nearby conducive
to a healing, quiet and supportive environment
Panchakarma is an effective and powerful self-healing process.
Clients report significant improvements in their health, wellness
and vitality. You too can experience these benefits. Contact
the Ayurvedic Institute to get more information or to set
your appointment soon. (505) 291-9698, Extension 117.
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