MD
Marcus D.
Cape Town
September 2026
First plan that actually made sense for my body type rather than a one-size-fits-all diet sheet.
NewVerified partner1 hrAyurvedaDetoxTransform
Weight-Balance Ayurveda Assessment
Consultation room, Kumarakom Lake SanctuaryBy Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt Ltd4.0(1 review)
NewVerified partner1 hrAyurvedaDetoxTransform
Weight-Balance Ayurveda Assessment
Consultation room, Kumarakom Lake SanctuaryBy Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt Ltd4.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 1 hr
- Location
- Consultation room, Kumarakom Lake Sanctuary
- Type
- Ayurveda
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 60-minute assessment building a personalized Ayurvedic plan for sustainable weight balance, tied to your constitution rather than generic calorie targets.
The Story
Rather than prescribing a single 'detox diet,' the sanctuary's physicians build individualized plans based on dosha imbalance, which they've found holds up better once guests return home.
What to Expect
A full intake covering diet, sleep, digestion, and activity, followed by a written plan addressing the specific imbalance identified.
Ideal For
Guests who have tried generic diet plans without lasting results.
What's Included
- Written personalized plan
- Follow-up email support for 2 weeks
Led By
DM
Dr. Meenakshi Pillai
BAMS physician specializing in women's health and postnatal Ayurvedic care.
Where This Happens
Kumarakom Lake Sanctuary
Kumarakom, Kerala Backwaters
Kerala Backwaters
The traditional home of Ayurveda — slow backwater mornings, centuries-old treatment protocols, and a kitchen built around what's actually in season.
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Policies
Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹1,800
per session
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