But where to find it in Hua Hin? An internet search reveals few results. The only one worthy of note conducts detox retreats in a beautiful setting but they are very expensive. Beach Resorts/Spas usually provide lots of pampering. All that vitamin D from the sun, fresh air, relaxation, cheap massage and sea water are all very beneficial even without the therapies. Good spas provide a choice of these, such as Reiki, Yoga on the beach and whatever may be fashionable amongst the celebrities this month. There are a myriad to choose from, with varying degrees of efficacy.
As mentioned in another post, there was a recent TV showing of 8 Britons who attended a Detox clinic in Turkey. What was compelling was the amazing success they had in resolving some long-standing health problems. You may have seen or heard about it. The courses were 10 days with a lot of additional therapies on hand. IMO 7 days should be a minimum.
Fasting and detoxing is one of the first things I try if I want to resolve a health problem. I have run similar detox programs in the Algarve and am now gearing up to help others in Hua Hin who are interested. The first detox retreat starts next month and I am limiting numbers to be able to provide maximum attention. If you are interested feel free to message me privately.
My own experience of fasting has always been positive. My longest fast was 12 days and I experienced an amazing sense of peace around Day 10. I doubt there was one toxin left in my body. There wasn't an ounce of fat left either, since I was already slim when I started. With the addition of massage, poor circulation in my legs was improved, hemorrhoids and a digestive disorder cleared up and there was a definite lifting in my spirits, (after a difficult divorce). Friends who I have taken through programs tell me they feel rejuvenated.
One recent guest, an overweight male from Sweden, who claims to have lost 7kg, said it was 'the best holiday of his life'. Must have been my daughter's effect, (she's cute). I think he let his post-detox enthusiasm get the better of him since one can normally expect to lose around 1/2 a kilo a day. The rest of the 'loss' had probably been laying in his colon auto-intoxicating him for years, lowering his feeling of health and vitality.
There are many benefits of detoxing which I won't list here, since a search online will tell you all you need to know. I detox myself every couple of years, to get all the chemicals, heavy metals, message board fisticuffs and whatever else modern life throws at my system, out of my body.
For the adventurous and self-disciplined, there is nothing to stop people carrying out a Detox program at home. Clear away any distractions. Keep in mind that an enema is not a detox. Habits are more ingrained at home so less easy to break and there may be no-one providing that very important support and encouragement. I observed this with one female friend who enthusiastically tried a juice fast with coffee enemas. She stopped prematurely since her husband still demanded his egg and chips and was pretty scathing about her efforts. He was most likely a 'Kapha'. (An Ayurvedic Body Type who get too comfortable and don't want to change).
One can also give up when confronted with a temporary worsening of symptoms (healing crisis) and those psychological troughs in the middle of a course where it doesn't seem like anything is happening. This is where experience pays.
If you do use Juice for fasting, check the source. Too many 'organic' products are not. That macrobiotic salad may very well be putting toxins back into your body. I avoid the possibility by using other protocols. Don't forget techniques such as Dry Skin Brushing are very helpful in accelerating detoxing.
Having spent a good many years of my life researching and experiencing various healing modalities, I have a pretty good idea of what works and what doesn't. My own program is very practical and the exercise elements, easily mastered, can be incorporated into one's daily regime.
Irrespective of what you tell yourself, the body was designed to move and not flop on the sofa or be glued to a computer monitor (my tendency). Having said that, no-one should be jogging when you can fry eggs on the pavement. I say a silent prayer when I see people do this. My own routine has been customized to suit me over many years and includes Massage, Yoga and a few Qigong exercises. No need to stand on your head, turn yourself into a Pretzel or walk over a bed of hot coals. The typical body needs to be handled with care. Especially mine.
To try to answer my own question... Is it as good as they claim?
I have found detoxing to be a great experience for everyone, (with a few emotional releases thrown in). Like climbing a mountain, there is a great sense of achievement at the end of a course and, all being well, a spring in your step.
