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Prepare for Menopause
As women get older, their hormone levels change and they stop getting their period. It’s a very natural part of the ageing process and tends to occur between the ages of 45 and 55 years old, though for some it can start earlier or later.
Reduce PMS symptoms
PMS is a hormonal imbalance that takes place in the lead-up to the period. Symptoms include mood swings (feeling upset, anxious or irritable), tiredness or trouble sleeping.
Natural Ways to Recover from Burnout
To forgive and heal, you first must take time to sit with and process the pain, then forgive others and yourself by engaging in positive self-talk.
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.
Pomelo Salad
Yum Som-O makes a wonderfully fresh side dish or a light main meal.
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.
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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Kamalaya Awards
The legendary wellness sanctuary celebrates 17 years in 2022, with a peak of seven international and domestic award wins.
Kale Salad
Rich in vitamins A, K and C, as well as calcium, fibre and iron, this dish also promotes healthy liver function.
Prepare for Menopause
As women get older, their hormone levels change and they stop getting their period. It’s a very natural part of the ageing process and tends to occur between the ages of 45 and 55 years old, though for some it can start earlier or later.
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.
Why Detox
“Detoxification” refers to the body’s ability to neutralize and safely eliminate harmful chemicals within the body.
Longevity
While we may not be able to turn back the hands of time, we can help to diminish the tell-tale signs.
Types of Sleep Disorder
There are many ways in which your healthy sleep cycle can become damaged over the long term.
Kamalaya Detox Juice
Coconut water replenishes and cools the body, while basil and pineapple support digestion –a good accompaniment to any meal.
Beginner’s Guide to Yoga
In this post, we’ll look at four different types of physical yogas and their benefits from Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa to help you identify which one would work best for you.
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are one of the six darshanas of Hindu or Vedic schools.
Real Cost of Coffee
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.
Detox Pre-Arrival
We recommend that you follow our suggestions below before joining a detox program.
Group Retreats 2022
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa is set to host a series of retreats scheduled to take place this autumn. Each retreat will be guided by distinct wellness professionals and has been developed collaboratively with retreat leaders.
Microbiome – The Essential Details
Your gut health plays a crucial role in digestion, absorbing nutrients and maintaining your health. In other words, if you have an imbalanced gut and a dysfunctional immune system, your serotonin and hormones are out of sync, and making healthier choices can be more challenging.
A guided Meditation
The best way to lead a more productive life is to take regular breaks for your mind and body. These breaks enable you to reconnect to your essential self and recharge for ultimate physical and emotional strength.
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.
Benefits of Ozone Therapy
Ozone therapy uses breathing as a conduit for the inhalation of oxygen. This therapy enables us to treat wounds and heal illnesses and it has been around for more than 150 years effectively delivering results.
Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety, depression and impaired sleep are all afflictions that can severely impact our quality of life.
Yoga and Meditation
Yoga through meditation works remarkably to achieve harmony and helps the mind work in sync with the body.
The Best of Kamalaya
As we round up another year of wellbeing, the key experts at Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa share their top tips in preparation for a new year of whole being wellness.
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.
Stress & Adrenal Burnout Recovery
Excessive stress is the main cause. Working too much, sleeping too little, the constant demands of a fast-paced, high-stress lifestyle, and even stressful life events can compromise the adrenals.
Kamalaya Connect
The award-winning progress and innovative approach to health and holistic wellbeing we’ve achieved have been commended across the pages of the world’s best wellness and spa magazines for years.
Adrenal Burnout
Characterized by constant fatigue, insomnia, low blood pressure, back and joint pain, decreased immunity and anxiety, it is the result of the adrenal glands going into overdrive, eventually becoming underactive before suffering a full burnout.
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.
Weight Loss: Quantity or Quality?
Despite the proliferation of diets in the world today, weight loss is really just about two basic rules.
Depression Support
The World Health Organization estimates that about 121 million people worldwide have some form of depression.
5 Reasons Why You Need a Wellness Retreat
Wellness is often mistaken for health, and while both go hand in hand, they are not the same. Just like how our personal and professional lives are interconnected, so are wellness and health; one affects the other.
Feeling Overwhelmed?
Our spa retreat is the perfect place to escape from the pressures of feeling overwhelmed, but for those times that you need to quickly regain control of a situation, these are 7-steps to follow, shared by the wellbeing specialists at Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa.