Detoxification
In our experience full metabolic detoxification is critical for the body to restore to health and that’s why detox is the cornerstone of our lifestyle change program.
We use a whole, organic, plant-based diet, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, counseling and establishing positive social connection as the foundation of our medical program.
Each patient undergoes detoxification on the cellular level. All toxins are removed from surroundings and diet and the body’s natural detoxification pathways are stimulated and supported to ensure proper elimination of stored toxins from the body.
Each lifestyle change program gets customized for the individual’s unique medical problem and health goals. We have access to cutting edge treatments like intravenous therapy and progressive lab testing to assist in the proper diagnoses and treatment design.
The Lifestyle Change Medicine program is a medical program for mental, emotional or physical health challenges
The program combines a gentle detox with raw foods, juices, infrared sauna, yoga and coffee enemas with a comprehensive individualized treatment protocol for each patients unique health history and medical problem.
The program is customized for the individual patient according to complexity of problem, personal budget and intentions. The program addresses various medical conditions, whether mental-emotional or physical. A 14-day minimum stay is required.
See a full list of conditions that we treat. If you condition is not listed, please contact us as we design programs for your particular health problem.
The treatment plan follows a basic outline with additional procedures tailored to the particular needs of each individual. The program focuses on biochemical, mental and emotional detoxification. The customized program may include several nutritional approaches such as raw food, water fasting, green juice fasting, therapeutic medicinal foods, Gerson diet and dietary supplementation.
Multiple detoxification procedures may be included such as FAR Infrared sauna, coffee enemas, dry skin brushing, rebounding, colon hydrotherapy, castor oil packs and hydrotherapy bath treatments.
For mental/emotional health your treatment plan may recommend several counseling options that my include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Group Therapy, Reichian Breathwork, Meditation, Mindfulness education, The Work of Byron Katie and Emotional Freedom Technique.
It may be recommended that the physical, emotional and spiritual balance be restored with the ancient, time-tested medical traditions of acupuncture and massage therapy. The immune system may be strengthened with the most advanced, holistic, research-based alternative medicines, such as nutritional IV therapy.
To evaluate the pillars around which our recovery and healing programs are built, navigate to procedures.
In our experience full metabolic detoxification is critical for the body to restore to health and that’s why detox is the cornerstone of our lifestyle change program.
Micronutrient dense, organic, clean foods containing high amounts of structured water and enzymes is how we nourish the body back to health.
Counseling modalities are there to resolve past issues, change belief systems, resolve negative patterns and support patients to build a firm mental and emotional foundation for the future.
IV Therapy is administered frequently for a wide variety of conditions. Our intravenous department stays on top of and have access to the most advanced protocols.
Sleep and the appropriate balance between wake, rest and recovery is critical to healing and lifelong health. Learning how to deal with and reduce stress is an important lifestyle skill to acquire.
Our program includes group yoga and exercise classes that’s suitable for all fitness levels. We encourage walking in the evening after dinner or early morning before the day starts.
We offer a wide array of procedures that address mind, body and spirit. Choose any of the procedures we have available to customize your program: Counseling Therapies, Castor Oil Packs, Mat Pilates, Personal Training, Hydrotherapy, Colon Hydrotherapy, IV Therapy, Hyperthermia, Massage Therapy, Stress Management session. >> Go to Procedures
Renew your spirit by connecting with nature by exploring nature’s ability to nurture you and your ability to reciprocate this healing connection through your ability to nurture nature. The beautiful island of Hawaii offers many special destinations to explore: Red Road, Kalapana, Exotic Farmers Markets, Volcanoes National Park, Waipio Valley, Lava Tubes, Tunnels and Caves, Mauna Kea Observatory. >> Ecotherapy
Partake in Raw Food Preparation and Nutrition Classes, Special Workshops and Events. Or, schedule one-one-one food prep classes with one of our teaching chefs. Our Aloha Wellness Center location in Hilo offers classes and community activities to participate in.
4 Green Juices, 3 Raw Meals, 1x Coffee Enema, Infrared Sauna
Lifestyle Change Programs start with assessment for evaluation of medical history, health challenges, intentions and goals for individual retreat program. Details instructions provided.
The protocol I was on at the retreat involved detoxification and a parasite cleanse, the result of which I lost a consistent 2 pounds a week and am now over 20 pounds lighter than when I arrived, losing some of the weight that was gained in the parasite years. I eat the same amount of food or more than I ever did and look and feel better and lighter than I have for years. With the raw food idea, I learned to eat totally different and initially spent a lot of time in the kitchen. I had a lot of compliments from friends and family telling me how good my eyes and skin looked and how slim I am, and wanting to know how they can become the same. This is a totally different way of preparing food and I love it and love eating this way. I would definitely recommend this program to anyone, and two of my neighbors may attend soon.
Dr. Baylac has created the exact transformational bridge and space that I required to return home to myself. In addition, I was able to try a raw food diet, lose 7 lbs of toxic sludge, quit a 15 year caffeine addiction, and learned many things about how to live a long and healthy life. The regime of supplements Dr. Baylac prescribed worked instantly to balance out my mood and feel-good brain chemicals. I was on an emotional roller coaster and had literally fried my adrenals and emotional system prior to coming to treatment.
I have spent years analyzing, journaling and talking about my precise issues, but never reduced the pain in my heart or the warring voices in my head. I used to argue with my false beliefs all day long, and then feel fatigued, depressed and like a failure at the end of the day. At the Hawaii Naturopathic Retreat Center, I learned not to fight, instead to detach from those thoughts, either by becoming mindful and concentrating on a flower or my breathing, by simply watching the thoughts and being detached from them, or by recognizing that they are all a part of the agreements imposed on me when I was young and that I need not acknowledge them today. I let things go. I don’t resist reality. I accept whatever is.
The other patients both made me face issues that I needed to work on, and helped to create a supportive family that will always be there. I feel very confident and more than ready to live my life to the fullest and not just survive it. For the first time in my life (since I started purging) I am not purging at all! I’m finally able to laugh again, I’m finally able to share with people, both of which are very healing. I have a new found excitement for living, I want to go back to school, continue my passion for holistic living, love the earth, love my body, and someday be able to educate others on nutrition and wellbeing.