Panchakarma Preparations and Expectations

Our Panchakarma program is designed and custom-tailored to your current state of health, wellness, and constitution. It is the starting point to manage and improve your health and wellness pro-actively. Personal attention is given to each guest’s specific needs, dosha, and imbalances. 

Benefits of Panchakarma:

  • Eliminate toxins and toxic conditions from your body and mind.

  • Prevents disease process and corrects imbalance.

  • Promotes ultimate wellness by building immunity, becoming more resistant to illness.

  • Reverse the adverse effects of stress on your body.

  • Slows the aging process. 

  • Provides genuinely needed rest & relaxation.

  • Offers mental clarity and increased concentration. 

  • Enhance your self-reliance, strength, energy, and vitality.

  • Deepens self-awareness & spirituality and brings a sense of well-being.

  • Clears emotional stagnation and allows you to experience inner joy

  • Helps develop a consistent daily routine that includes yoga, meditation, and self-care.

Possible Effects of Panchakarma:

While Panchakarma is a physical process, it affects the body, mind, and spirit. When you begin your pre-PK preparation before you arrive here, you may start to notice shifts in your self-awareness. During PK, your self-awareness may increase even further. It is not uncommon for unresolved issues to come up which can sometimes make one feel upset or uncomfortable, and sometimes de-toxifying can be physically uncomfortable. It is essential that you tell the PK staff of these feelings so that we can assist you in this process.

Some of the emotions you may experience may be sadness, grief, anger, happiness, joy or others. It is possible that you may become aware of issues in your life that had been buried or unresolved. Panchakarma may catalyze and also resolve and release these emotions. The more aware you are of unresolved issues in your life, the more effective PK can be. Additional meditation, yoga, and pranayama practices can be effective ways to help release these issues from the mind and body.

Pre-Panchakarma Recommendations:

Preparing your body and mind in advance sets the stage for a harmonious Panchakarma experience. In the week leading up to your Panchakarma journey, consider the following:

  • Gradually reduce or eliminate caffeine and alcohol from your diet.

  • Stay clear of packaged foods with additives and preservatives, as well as leftovers, canned goods, frozen meals, and fried items.

  • Cut down on your consumption of refined sugars, yeasted bread, and heavy cheeses.

  • Opt for a predominantly vegetarian diet, avoiding red meat and pork, with occasional inclusion of fish and poultry if necessary.

  • Explore nourishing options such as kitchari, flavorful dhal soups, or simply relish fragrant basmati rice paired with lightly spiced vegetables.

  • In the three days leading up to your arrival, soothe your body with warm ginger, cumin, fennel, and coriander tea throughout the day.

During Panchakarma:

  • You will need as much rest as possible. This is a time you set aside to heal.

  • Try to avoid stressful activities of daily life. It is recommended that you minimize the workload, mentally as well. 

  • Try to let relative and coworkers know that you are in retreat and would like to avoid cell phone and email interruptions as much as possible.

  • Panchakarma is an excellent time to try and take a “media fast,” where we disengage from computers, TV, phones, etc. as best we can. We are also attempting to clear the electromagnetic bombardment that we are constantly exposed to in the modern world.

  • Do not plan too many extra activities during the Panchakarma.

  • While during your Panchakarma program, it is advised to conserve energy. Gentle Yoga and Nature walks are ideal. Guided Ayurvedic Morning routines, yoga, and meditation are offered daily. 

  • Most people find that after their daily 2 hour Ayurvedic body session, they like to go to their room and rest. They often want to lie down and read, write in their journal, meditate, or quietly play an instrument. 

  • We recommend bringing lightweight, natural clothing to wear during your stay, clothes that you can layer when needed are recommended. See more about this below.

  • If you are using any medication, you must bring sufficient amount needed for the length of your stay.

Post Panchakarma:

  • On the last day of your PK program, you will receive the post Panchakarma recommendations.

  • You will be given a list of foods, herbs and self-massage oils based on your body type or your imbalances. 

  • You will be asked to take Rasayana, longevity herbal remedies to rejuvenate and build strong, healthy tissue for 21 days post-panchakarma.

  • It is advised to follow the lifestyle recommendations and routine as closely as possible to achieve the full benefits of your Panchakarma program.

  • Panchakarma is an ongoing process that continues even after you complete your program here at Purusha Ayurveda. Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual effects may be experienced in the weeks and months following PK. It is important to recognize that these effects are a positive cleansing and to process them consciously.

Etiquette

Our ultimate aim to is to provide you with an unforgettable and stress-free experience. We hope you will maximize your visit to enjoy the services we offer.  Please read the below etiquette advice.

Respect of Others

Because we are in an intimate setting, we ask that while the other guest is in their body technique session, to be mindful of respecting silence in the main area. We also ask you to respect the privacy of those who are joining us, Panchakarma can be a deeply personal journey and allowing space for each guest to go through their journey is important.

Clothing

Our retreats incorporate a combination of Ayurvedic, Yogic and body techniques. Please bring clothing appropriate for the season and the activities you intend to pursue such as lightweight natural fiber yoga clothes, suitable walking/ trekking shoes, and appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. If you are joining us during the winter months, please bring layers. Our winters are fairly mild, but occasionally in December and January temperatures can drop. Our Summer can be hot starting mid-June to August. So bring natural clothing that is breathable and lightweight if you are visiting us in these months. The other 8 months of the year are temperate and pleasant.

Communicate With Your Technician

To get the most out of your wellness treatment, communicate with your technician. Your comfort and enjoyment are important to us, so let us know if you have concerns about the depth of pressure, the temperature of your room, music volume, or other issues

Gratuities

Our staff are grateful for any tips that you feel inclined to give - it is a great way of expressing your appreciation. We invite you to tip at your discretion.