Shodhana: Panchakarma Detox

Shodhana: Panchakarma Detox in Kerala

Duration line: 7 days · 14 days · 21 days

Description

Shodhana means cleansing. Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s five classical cleansing procedures, is designed to clear accumulated toxins (ama) and restore balance to body and mind. At Layam, every stage is planned and supervised by our doctors, who choose the procedures, diet and duration to suit your body and your health goals.

Who it's for

How Layam approaches it:

Panchakarma is a medical process, not a spa treatment. It begins with a detailed consultation and runs in three stages: preparation (Purvakarma), the main cleansing (Pradhanakarma) and recovery (Paschatkarma). Your doctor sees you daily, adjusts your plan as your body responds, and decides which cleansing procedures are right for you.

Therapies included (as prescribed by your doctor)

Preparation: internal oleation with medicated ghee, external oil massage and herbal steam, to prepare the body for cleansing
Vamana: supervised therapeutic emesis to clear excess Kapha from the upper body
Virechana: therapeutic purgation to clear excess Pitta and cleanse the digestive tract
Vasti: medicated enemas of herbal oils or decoctions, used to balance Vata
Nasya: herbal oil drops through the nose to clear the head and sinuses
Diet and daily consultations: a prescribed diet for each stage, and a daily review with your doctor

Durations

Option

7 days

Best for

Option

14 days

Best for

Option

21 days

Best for

Your doctor will recommend the right length after your consultation.

What to expect:

A quiet, disciplined stay. Rest, a simple prescribed diet and following your doctor’s advice are essential. Some days you may feel tired as the body cleanses; this is normal and closely monitored. You leave with a diet and lifestyle plan to keep the results going.