Decoding Detox: A Guide to Mayr, Raw Food, Ayurveda and more...

January 12, 2024

Detox, the process of eliminating toxins from the body, can be approached in various ways. Choose a program that suits you: juice fasting, raw food, Mayr detox, or Ayurveda. While there are similarities, each program has its unique form and structure. With a juice fasting detox, you target liver detoxification. Optimize your digestive system by mild fasting according to the (Modern or Dr.) Mayr method. A raw food detox or an Ayurvedic detox provides a solid foundation for a conscious, healthy lifestyle. In each program, you consume less, make healthier food choices, and become more mindful, allowing your body the space to rest, rejuvenate, and reconnect with its needs. Let's spotlight a few specialists in specific detox programs.

FX. Mayr Detox

A FX. Mayr detox, based on the principles of Austrian physician Dr. Franz Xaver Mayr, is all about the guts and the digestive system, including support of the liver function. It involves a specialized diet that emphasizes slow eating, thorough chewing and simple, easily digestible foods. It is combined with abdominal treatments, such as abdominal massages or castor oil compresses, to stimulate the gut and aid detoxification.

Mayr specialist: Park Igls (Austria)

Park Igls is a private medical spa located in the heart of Tyrol, Austria. One of the leading award-winning medical spas in Europe, with a focus on the Mayr approach for a healthier lifestyle.

New! Mayrlife (Austria)

MAYRLIFE Medical Health Resort combines modern medical expertise and technologies with the traditional Dr. F.X. Mayr method in a sporty location in the beautiful Austrian Alps.

Juice fasting detox

Juice fasting is only consuming only fresh fruit and vegetable juices for a certain period. The aim is to give the digestive system a break while flooding the body with nutrients. Juices are made of vegetables and fruits that are known to help eliminate toxins and cleanse the gut, such as spinach, carrots, lemon or celery, just to name some. To support the detoxification process, nutritional supplements can be added.

Detox specialist Asia: Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary (Thailand)

Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary, an award-winning destination spa in Thailand, presents a range of detox programs, including Intro to Detox, Basic Detox, Intensive Detox, and specialized programs focusing on gut health. The variation in these detox programs is determined by the number of treatments, indicating their respective intensities. Whether opting for a shorter or more extended duration, a detox program at Kamalaya undoubtedly stands among the top globally! Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary is an experience. Life changing.

Detox specialist Europe: Longevity Medical & Health hotel (Portugal)

Longevity Health & Medical Hotel is a brand new adults-only Destination Spa with a state-of-the-art wellness centre for preventative, medical and holistic wellbeing programmes in the heart of the Algarve.

Raw food Detox

A Raw food detox focusses on consuming uncooked, plant-based foods, such as fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds. These are nutrient-rich meals that are easy on the digestive system. In their raw state, these foods contain nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are often lost during the heating process. These nutrients play a crucial role in protecting the body from toxins and promoting cell renewal. A Raw food detox is an ideal start to a healthy lifestyle.

Specialist raw food: Phuket Cleanse (Thailand)

An intimate retreat in Phuket, where the pillars of raw food, a plethora of daily sports and yoga classes, meditation, workshops, and a commitment to a healthy lifestyle converge. A warm and friendly environment is an integral part of the package!

Ayurveda detox

Embarking on an Ayurvedic detox is a gentle yet effective way to cleanse and serves as an excellent introduction to a healthy lifestyle. An Ayurvedic retreat truly embodies a 'cleanse without sacrifice.' Nutrition takes center stage in Ayurvedic programs, and weight loss occurs naturally. Ayurvedic cuisine boasts a diverse array of flavors, aromas, combinations, and colors. Ayurvedic nutrition revolves around six tastes: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Meals are devoid of sugar, dairy, and meat, making them an ideal choice for vegans.

Marleen

This blog is written by Marleen, the founder of PureandCure.com in 2005. She travels around the world in search of the best Health & Wellbeing Hotels, Spas and Retreats and shares her know-how, experiences and observations through her blogs.