Reasons to Eat More Superfoods

Reasons to Eat More Superfoods

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Superfoods are all of the rage amongst health-conscious individuals, so what exactly are they? Superfoods are mostly plant-based foods which are nutritionally dense and extremely good for one’s health. Superfoods give any diet a healthy boost while reducing the risks of certain diseases such as memory loss and heart disease.

Superfoods pack a very powerful nutritional punch and are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber and many other important nutrients. In fact, most superfoods are so incredibly potent that you only need a very small amount as part of your daily diet. Superfoods are amazing for both your health and your wellbeing.

One of the most important things to remember when considering superfoods is that you only need a little to gain a lot. As mentioned, superfoods are very potent so you only need to eat a small amount to meet your daily dietary needs. Examples of popular delicious superfoods include blueberries, kale, chia, broccoli, strawberries, the protein-rich grain quinoa, spinach and pistachios. These superfoods are loaded with protein, fiber, anti-inflammatories, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

Why do we need to eat superfoods?

Most people are overfed and undernourished and that is due to the fact that we eat large portions of all of the wrong things. Unfortunately, worldwide, a regular diet often consists of sugar, saturated fats, processed carbs and artificial preservatives and colorings. These combined factors can cause inflammation in the body as well as weight gain and contribute to chronic diseases and depression.

Superfoods have the ability to reduce inflammation as well as ensure your body is getting the right nutrients. A diet high in superfoods arms your body with high doses of all of the best vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidant power which can help combat inflammation and certain food allergies.

Eating and cooking with superfoods

One of the best decisions you can make is to start eating and cooking with superfoods. However, there are a few things to remember before you start your superfoods culinary journey. Make sure that you never overcook superfoods. High heat can damage certain water-soluble vitamins and destroy antioxidants. Remember to use good quality fats such as olive oil or grapefruit seed oil.

If you are looking to get the most nutrients from superfoods, make sure to synergize them with food combining. Most superfoods contain compounds that are better absorbed when eaten with good fats. Indulge in kale, Swiss chard, quinoa, lentils, broccoli and super spices like turmeric and cinnamon.

Enjoy superfoods at Santosa

Here at Santosa, we are firm believers in superfoods, their health benefits and healing properties. Superfoods play an important role in all of the delicious vegan dishes created at Santosa Vegan Restaurant. We use a variety of superfoods including pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, coriander seeds, almond, hemp protein, garlic, walnuts, Moringa and Spirulina in our homemade vegan dishes.

A great way to experience just how wonderful superfoods are is to dine with us. Not only can you dine on creative vegan cuisine loaded with rich flavors and wonderful textures, while dining you can also admire beautiful sunset views over the Kata Beach neighborhood below. Santosa Vegan Restaurant has great options for breakfast, lunch and dinner and our popular Santosa Vegan Buffet is every Saturday evening starting at 18:30pm.

To learn more about superfoods or to make a reservation to dine at Santosa Vegan Restaurant, simply fill out the inquiry form below. We can’t wait to welcome you to Santosa!

Full Fast Program

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Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

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Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

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Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

How to Practice Gratitude

How to Practice Gratitude

The best time to practice gratitude is when there are obstacles in our way. In difficult moments, it is often hard to see positive forces as fears are looming. However, this is a good time to be grateful. Not for the things that have us stuck, but for the fact that we can appreciate what does not.

Gratitude can help us see the negative situations in a way that can lessen the bad feelings and panic, and open up our thinking to new solutions and ideas. More times than not, this is when we realize that gratitude requires practice. We have to recognize what we are grateful for, acknowledge it and appreciate it. Truthfully, this is not always as easy at it may seem.

The benefits of practicing gratitude can have an amazing effect on our lives, and often times, learning to be grateful is life-altering. Instead of focusing only on the negative, focus on the positive. Gratitude puts situations into perspective and helps us both the good and the bad which makes it easier to come to a decision. Gratitude also makes us feel thankful for what we have. The awareness of the things we are grateful for can lessen the desire to always want something bigger, better or more. Overall, gratitude makes us happier. It strengthens relationships, reduces stress, and also improves health.

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Gratitude Improves Self-Care

Feeling grateful boosts well-being behaviors. When we feel good, we give our very best to others. Practicing gratitude improves self-care and encourages better physical health and psychological health.

When we practice gratitude and feel good, we eat right, we exercise more and we assess our overall health. Do we need to go to the doctor? Would we like to start a new exercise class? Have we taken time to pamper ourselves? Practicing gratitude makes dealing with these sorts of questions much easier, and chances are, feeling grateful and good will trigger wanting to visit the doctor, pamper ourselves or start a new exercise class.

Gratitude gives us happiness that lasts. It leads to sustainable forms of happiness and self-care. As gratitude is not based in instant gratifications, it is possible to say that if we regularly take time to practice thankfulness and express gratitude, we are likely to see results.

Get Grateful at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center

If you are new to practicing gratitude, Santosa is a wonderful place to start improving your self-care. Our detox retreat located on the beautiful island of Phuket in southern Thailand is surrounded by things to be thankful for, the stunning nature for example, and within close proximity to the beach.

Additionally, Santosa offers a wide variety of classes which manifest mindfulness and gratitude. These classes are also good for health. The center is home to many levels of yoga classes. It does not matter if you are a beginner or an advanced student as our yoga classes are sure to make you feel more limber and centered. We also offer breath work and mediation classes which are sure to enhance the feelings of gratitude.

If you’d like to practice gratitude with us at Santosa, simply fill out the inquiry form below and a member of staff will get back to you. Let’s be grateful together and celebrate this beautiful life.

Full Fast Program

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Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

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Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

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Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

Celebrate Songkran at Santosa

Celebrate Songkran at Santosa

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Songkran is a super fun event on the annual calendar in Thailand. Known as the Thai New Year, Songkran is deep-rooted in tradition and culture. The festival lasts for three days, but it truly is a mass celebration across Thailand. This year, Songkran takes places from the 13th to 15th of April and is sure to be a wonderful time.

Songkran has to be seen to be believed. Not only is it a traditional Thai festival, it’s also the largest water festival in the country. As April is the hottest month, the water feels cool and refreshing. Kata Beach is Santosa’s local beach and is sure to have many fun activities during the Songkran Festival such as a mass water fight, music and traditional ceremonies.

As Songkran signifies the Thai New Year and a new year often means a new start, perhaps this Thai festival can also be the perfect time to reevaluate your health or put new passion into the fitness goals you started at the beginning of 2018. Once you have had a chance to take part in the festivities, why not take the time to treat yourself?

Pamper Yourself During Songkran

Let Songkran be the time where you restart your “New Year, New You” mentality and take advantage of all that Santosa has to offer. Are you short on time? If you only have a day or two to look after yourself, why not take part in one of our well-rounded One Day Program options? The One Day Detox, One Day Relax and Spring Clean programs are loaded with health & wellness activities and give a real snapshot into what some of the longer programs at our detox retreat are like to experience.

During Songkran, if you have a longer break and are looking to kickstart your health into high gear, check out some of our multiple day detox programs which include the Emotional Detox Program, Full Fast, Raw Food Fast, Active Cleanse, Healthy Eating Program and the Yoga & SPA Retreat. These programs are all professional and tailored to individual needs and goals.

In the event that you are just looking for a place to relax during Songkran, perhaps in between the festivities, you are always welcome to join one of the Santosa fitness classes or enjoy a fresh fruit juice or smoothie at our Juice Bar. If you are feeling hungry and looking for a nourishing meal to provide you with energy to continue the water play, drop into Santosa Vegan Restaurant for a delicious, healthy plant-based meal. Our vegan cuisine is quite unique and you will be amazed at how sophisticated the dishes are while remaining in a completely affordable price range.

Join Us for Songkran at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center

Celebrating Songkran in Thailand is a wonderful experience. The festival is loads of fun and one of the most eventual during the year. However, all of the heat and water play can cause exhaustion. If you are in need of a break and would like to do something for you, do come and visit us at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Located in Phuket, Thailand, Santosa offers a wide range of fitness classes as well as detox & wellness programs. The on-site vegan restaurant is outstanding and allows the opportunity to discover delicious vegan cuisine, raw food and fresh fruit juices and smoothies.

For more information, simply fill out the inquiry form below.
See you soon at Santosa!

Full Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Fullfast 600X600

Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Juicefast 600X600

Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Rawfast 600X600

Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

The Benefits of TRX Training

The Benefits of TRX Training

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TRX, Total Resistance Exercise, is an intense total body workout. It is a specialized form of suspension training that build muscle while combining both cardio and strength training. TRX is a popular class at Santosa held on Fridays from 10:00-11:00am.

Originally developed to train the elite Navy SEAL teams, TRX is a challenging workout that is effective and results driven. The concept behind TRX is quite simple. Participants suspend their body from a pair of cables on their hands or feet using both body weight and gravity as resistance to build up strength. How one chooses to position their body on the cables affects the targeted muscle groups and intensity of the workout.

What are the benefits of TRX?

One of the biggest benefits of TRX, in addition to its versatility, is that it truly works for everyone. TRX has great appeal and people from all walks of life have taken up the fitness class as many find it challenging and fun.

TRX will bring about a lot of benefits to the body. The exercise uses body weight and gravity as resistance to build up strength, lose fat and improve endurance and flexibility. TRX can really help participants achieve fitness goals.

During TRX, the body weight is leveraged to perform a variety of exercises that work the whole body but which also focus on your core. If your core is in tip top shape, it means you have abs or a six pack. If you wish to feel better, look better and move with ease, there is no better place to start than with the core. The functional movements used in TRX will increase overall core fitness.

Another outstanding benefit of TRX is that is also ensures you get your cardio in. TRX works out different parts of the body while getting the heart pumping. When using the suspension cables, so many various parts of the body are worked that the body’s requirement for oxygen will increase. When the need for oxygen is increased, the heart and lungs start working overtime to ensure that all of this oxygen gets to the muscles. If you take all of this into consideration, TRX is also a great cardio workout.

TRX workouts are often shorter workouts. For example, if you are used to working out daily for two hours, chances are you can complete a much more rigorous TRX workout in just an hour. TRX’s unique combination of resistance training, core strength, cardio, muscular balance and mobility means that you will get more done in less time. TRX is effective, efficient and save time, and let’s face it, time is something all of us need a bit more of in our daily lives.

TRX at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center

TRX is a popular class on the fitness and activities schedule at Santosa. Currently, there is one class a week on Friday from 10:00am – 11:00am. TRX is taught by professional trainers who show all participants the proper techniques and routines. It may take a class or two to familiarize yourself with the TRX training program, but once you do, we think that you are going to love it!

For more information on TRX or other fitness classes and activities we offer at our detox retreat in Phuket, Thailand, simply fill out the inquiry form below and a member of staff will get back to you.

Beginners and walk-in guests such as Phuket locals and expats are always welcome to join our fitness classes and activities. We look forward to welcoming you to Santosa, where we can help you awaken life’s potential to live a healthier, happier life.

Full Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Fullfast 600X600

Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

Juice Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Juicefast 600X600

Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

Raw Fast Program

Santosa Resort Detox Wellness Spa Yoga Retreat Kata Beach Phuket Thailand DETOX PROGRAMS Rawfast 600X600

Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.