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ALL THINGS WELLNESS
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Combat Loneliness
After over two years of living in the ‘new normal’ with imposed social distancing and people working from home in isolation, many of us have been struggling with loneliness.
Organic Healing
Your personalised wellness experience begins the moment that you step foot into the tranquil surroundings of Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa.
IV Therapy
When there’s a synergy between scientific and holistic approaches to wellbeing, the benefits are truly transformative. They can be immediate too, such as with IV or intravenous therapy.
HEALTHY RECIPES
Cabbage Roll with Tahini Dip
Cabbage is antioxidant rich, especially in vitamins A, C, E and K; also rich with B vitamins and calcium, potassium, iron, iodide and sulphur.
Zucchini Spaghetti
A nutrient dense pasta-free spaghetti (the zucchini is the ‘spaghetti’) with a pumpkin based sauce.
Detox Pumpkin Soup
This hearty, flavoursome soup is high in the essential amino acid, tryptophan which promotes serotonin production in the body and supports healthy sleep.
Green Vegetable Detox Soup
This vegetable soup is a potent blend of vegetables, herbs and spices, loaded with essential nutrients for restoring health and vitality.
Gotu Kola Salad
Gotu kola is therapeutic for the brain and the central nervous system, helping to improve concentration and calm the nerves.
Sweet Potato Mash with Chinese Broccoli & Ginger Dressing
Another delicious vegan dish, with a good dose of antioxidants plus anti-inflammatory benefits from the ginger dressing.
Banana Flower Salad
A traditional Thai salad with a twist – blending delicious Thai herbs with Asian vegetables and a bit of spice – This detox-friendly salad is a hot ticket item on our Amrita lunch menu.
Kamalaya Detox Juice
Coconut water replenishes and cools the body, while basil and pineapple support digestion –a good accompaniment to any meal.
Strawberry Mojito
This mouth-watering Mojito is packed with strawberries which are an excellent source of manganese, potassium, folic acid and fibre.
Kale Salad
Rich in vitamins A, K and C, as well as calcium, fibre and iron, this dish also promotes healthy liver function.
Nam Prik Aong
Nam Prik Aong is a popular traditional spicy dip that originates from the North of Thailand.
Detox Energy Balls
Energy Balls are a delicious sweet treat and a good source of slow-release energy.
Pumpkin Seed Milk
A super healthy lactose-free alternative to dairy milk, pumpkin seed milk helps to reduce cholesterol and boost immunity.
Wing Bean Black Cod Salad
The traditional Thai version of this delicious salad usually includes pork or prawns and eggs, but at Kamalaya we serve it up with tender flakes of black cod. Wing beans are high in protein and calcium, and a great source of vitamins A and C, iron and enzymes.
Whole Wheat Pasta With Hummus
Hummus – you can make your own with the recipe (Hummus Recipe) on our website, or to save time use a good quality prepared hummus.
Papaya Bee Smoothie
Blend the goat yoghurt, papaya and honey with a few ice cubes, until smooth and creamy. Serve in a tall glass, sprinkling the bee pollen on top. Stir the bee pollen through when you’re ready to drink.
Jamu Turmeric Elixir
Jamu’s vivid colour is curcumin, the powerful anti-inflammatory component in turmeric, which is valued by many as a pain reliever and liver tonic.
Beetroot & Quinoa Risotto
Warm and grounding, this colourful and earthy sweet risotto provides a nutrient dense, low- inflammatory and nourishing alternative to a traditional white rice risotto.
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KAMALAYA CONVERSATIONS
Dr. Daniel Friedland
Dr. Daniel Friedland, a former guest, brings a wealth of experience and science-based knowledge to help leaders and their organisations optimise health and, in turn, productivity.
Philippe Joubert
For the first Kamalaya Conversation we hosted our repeat guest Philippe Joubert, a global business leader focused on building sustainability into the heart of business strategies to enable long-term growth.
Sandro Lane
Sandro Lane, the creator of one of the US’s best-known and only cold-pressed and extra-virgin fish oil supplement in the world.
Florence Williams
Florence Williams, a Washington D.C.-based journalist who has authored books including, The Nature Fix: Why Nature makes us Happier, Healthier and more Creative.
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Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are one of the six darshanas of Hindu or Vedic schools.
Jamu Turmeric Elixir
Jamu’s vivid colour is curcumin, the powerful anti-inflammatory component in turmeric, which is valued by many as a pain reliever and liver tonic.
Maintaining Weight Loss
Here is just a taste of the healthy eating guidelines we follow at Kamalaya.
Combat Loneliness
After over two years of living in the ‘new normal’ with imposed social distancing and people working from home in isolation, many of us have been struggling with loneliness.
Optimize Your Health for a Longer Life
Since time began, people have been looking for the secret to living a long and healthy life. Only a few generations ago, the thought of living to the age of 90 was an aspiration.
Emotional & Physical Responses of Stress
Stress can cause both mental and physical symptoms. The effects of stress are different for different people.
Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety, depression and impaired sleep are all afflictions that can severely impact our quality of life.
Sandro Lane
Sandro Lane, the creator of one of the US’s best-known and only cold-pressed and extra-virgin fish oil supplement in the world.
Maintain a Healthy Weight
There are many benefits to keeping a healthy weight; your organs function more efficiently, your hormones find greater balance, your energy and mood improves, aches and pains reduce.
Symptoms of Burnout
What exactly are the symptoms of burnout? How do you know if you have it? According to the US National Institute of Health, here are the three main symptoms.
Health, Wellness & Yoga
You can dramatically improve your health and wellness through the practice of yoga.
Hydration Questions
All guests of Kamalaya are given a body composition analysis as part of their initial wellness consultation that involves assessing hydration levels.
Vegan Diet: How to Guide
Explore the nutritional foundations of a vegan diet with this beginners guide.
Kinnari Award
Koh Samui, Thailand. Kamalaya Koh Samui is proud to receive the Kinnari Gold Award in the Wellness Retreat category at the 13th biannual Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Awards.
Papaya Bee Smoothie
Blend the goat yoghurt, papaya and honey with a few ice cubes, until smooth and creamy. Serve in a tall glass, sprinkling the bee pollen on top. Stir the bee pollen through when you’re ready to drink.
What is a Colon Cleanse
Colon cleansing aids in the removal of plaque and waste matter that has accumulated over many years and has created blockages and sluggishness in the digestive system.
Kamalaya Detox Juice
Coconut water replenishes and cools the body, while basil and pineapple support digestion –a good accompaniment to any meal.
Gotu Kola Salad
Gotu kola is therapeutic for the brain and the central nervous system, helping to improve concentration and calm the nerves.
Sweet Potato Mash with Chinese Broccoli & Ginger Dressing
Another delicious vegan dish, with a good dose of antioxidants plus anti-inflammatory benefits from the ginger dressing.
Cabbage Roll with Tahini Dip
Cabbage is antioxidant rich, especially in vitamins A, C, E and K; also rich with B vitamins and calcium, potassium, iron, iodide and sulphur.
Using Bach Flower Remedies to enhance Emotional Balance
Bach Flowers Essences are a natural and gentle method of healing, bringing deep emotional balance during challenging times. This system of healing was discovered by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1930’s, however the practice of using the healing properties of flower essences has been dated back to ancient Egypt.
International Guests Return
After a long pause on inbound international travel, fully vaccinated travellers can fly directly to Koh Samui upon meeting health and safety requirements.
Meditation Practice Tips
Try these simple suggestions to cultivate your meditation practice at home.
IV Therapy
When there’s a synergy between scientific and holistic approaches to wellbeing, the benefits are truly transformative. They can be immediate too, such as with IV or intravenous therapy.
Wing Bean Black Cod Salad
The traditional Thai version of this delicious salad usually includes pork or prawns and eggs, but at Kamalaya we serve it up with tender flakes of black cod. Wing beans are high in protein and calcium, and a great source of vitamins A and C, iron and enzymes.
Reduce Your Caffeine Intake
Caffeine is a fast-acting stimulant that makes you feel more awake and energetic. Depending on the strength and quantity of caffeine consumed, its effects can last for many hours.
Setting Goals
Goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about your ideal future, and for motivating yourself to turn your vision of this future into reality.
Beetroot & Quinoa Risotto
Warm and grounding, this colourful and earthy sweet risotto provides a nutrient dense, low- inflammatory and nourishing alternative to a traditional white rice risotto.
Burnout Causes & Prevention
So what is the best way of dealing with burnout and stress? Coping means stopping what you’re doing to take care of yourself.
