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Alappuzha, Kerala, India
7 nights
Eat Right
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Seasonal

Ritucharya Sambhava

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About the experience

What will I experience?

At Ritucharya Sambhava, you'll delve into the core practice of eating seasonally, enjoying meals crafted from the freshest ingredients that enhance your health as nature intended. This retreat emphasizes the art of transitioning smoothly from one season to another, teaching you to adjust your diet, exercise, and meditation practices in harmony with these changes. Through daily yoga sessions and guided meditations aligned with seasonal themes, you will deepen your connection to the natural world while personal consultations help you apply these insights to your personal health rhythm, ensuring you're equipped to maintain balance all year round.

Benefits of this experience

Participating in Ritucharya Sambhava will build your resilience by teaching you to align your diet with the natural cycles of the seasons. This knowledge helps you optimize nutrition and energy levels throughout the year, making your body more robust against seasonal health fluctuations. Understanding and applying these principles enhances your ability to adapt to environmental changes, reinforcing your overall physical and mental resilience.

Incorporating in daily life

Start by incorporating locally sourced, seasonal fruits and vegetables into your diet, which naturally aligns your nutrition with the environment's rhythms and optimizes your health throughout the year.

About the destination

Amal Tamara is your sanctuary for holistic wellbeing, nestled in a serene environment that enhances your connection to nature. As the host of the Ritucharya Sambhava retreat, it offers a unique blend of traditional Ayurvedic routines and modern wellness practices. Here, you'll experience rejuvenation through personalized care, seasonal nutrition, and therapeutic yoga, all designed to align your physical, mental, and spiritual health with the rhythmic cycles of nature. This destination invites you to immerse yourself in tranquility, supported by expert practitioners who guide you towards a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.

Context

Place of experience

Alappuzha, often heralded as the Venice of the East, surrounds you with its tranquil backwaters and lush landscapes, offering a perfect backdrop for rejuvenation and relaxation. Here, the gentle waters and the rhythmic sounds of nature create a calming environment that encourages mindfulness and mental clarity. Engage in therapeutic Ayurvedic rituals, enjoy nutritious local cuisine rich in fresh seafood and coconuts, and connect deeply with the serene beauty through yoga and meditation by the water's edge. Alappuzha's natural setting not only soothes your senses but also enhances your overall wellbeing, making it an ideal retreat from the hectic pace of everyday life.

Most suitable time to visit

The most suitable time to experience the Ritucharya Sambhava retreat at Amal Tamara is during the monsoon season, specifically from May to September, when the body is most receptive to Ayurvedic therapies.

Ancient & modern provenance

Ancient texts and treatises:

Ancient text name: Charaka Samhita (circa 300 BCE - 200 CE)

  • Context: A foundational text in Ayurveda, offering extensive knowledge on medicine, lifestyle, and wellness.
  • Mention of Eating According to Seasons: Discusses Ritucharya (seasonal regimes), emphasizing dietary adjustments based on seasonal changes to build resilience and maintain balance, crucial for long-term wellbeing.

Ancient text name: Sushruta Samhita (circa 600 BCE)

  • Context: Another principal Ayurvedic text, focusing on surgical techniques and medicinal treatments.
  • Mention of Eating According to Seasons: Provides detailed guidelines on seasonal diets to enhance digestion, immunity, and overall health, reinforcing the body's capacity to adapt to seasonal variations.

Ancient text name: Ashtanga Hridayam (circa 7th century AD)

  • Context: A comprehensive Ayurvedic text that synthesizes and simplifies earlier teachings of the Charaka and Sushruta Samhitas.
  • Mention of Eating According to Seasons: Elaborates on the importance of adjusting diet and lifestyle with the seasons to prevent disease and promote longevity, essential for building physical and mental resilience.

Modern scientific researches:

Title: Seasonal variation in food intake, pattern of physical activity and change in body weight in a group of young adult Dutch women consuming self-selected diets

  • Main Author: W. V. van Staveren
  • Date of Publishing: 1986
  • Abstract: This study explores seasonal variations in food intake and physical activity among young adult Dutch women. It finds that while overall energy intake does not vary significantly, fat intake is higher in winter and spring, and carbohydrate intake is higher in summer and autumn.
  • Link to the paper

Title: Understanding seasonal mobilities, health and wellbeing to Sanya, China

  • Main Author: Lirong Kou
  • Date of Publishing: 2017Abstract: This study examines how seasonal mobility affects the wellbeing of elderly retirees in Sanya, China, highlighting the complex relationship between mobility, health, and wellbeing.
  • Link to the paper

Full plan of experience

The following schedule provides a general outline of the duration and activities aimed at facilitating the integration of the experience's teachings into your daily life.

At the place
Alappuzha, Kerala, India
Duration
7 nights
Price
$3,200 / person

Experience schedule

Day 1: Arrival and Orientation

  • Morning: Arrival at Amal Tamara, welcome drink, and settling into your accommodation.
  • Afternoon: Introductory session explaining the retreat's objectives and an overview of Ayurveda, followed by an initial health consultation.
  • Evening: Gentle relaxation session followed by a seasonally inspired welcome dinner.

Day 2: Understanding Ayurvedic Principles

  • Morning: Breakfast followed by a workshop on the basics of Ayurveda and its principles.
  • Afternoon: Personal consultation to determine your body type and discuss the seasonal adjustments needed for your diet and lifestyle.
  • Evening: Seasonal cooking class, preparing a dinner that promotes balance.

Day 3: Seasonal Nutrition Deep Dive

  • Morning: Breakfast, then a session on identifying and using seasonal ingredients.
  • Afternoon: Field trip to a local organic farm to learn about and collect seasonal produce.
  • Evening: Cooking workshop using the day’s harvest, focusing on nutritional benefits.

Day 4: Seasonal Lifestyle Adjustments

  • Morning: Breakfast followed by a lecture on adapting lifestyle routines according to the season.
  • Afternoon: Free time for personal reflection or spa treatments.
  • Evening: Group discussion on experiences and insights, followed by a light, nutritious dinner.

Day 5: Physical and Mental Detox

  • Morning: Breakfast, then a workshop on Ayurvedic cleansing techniques suitable for the season.
  • Afternoon: Customized treatment session tailored to individual needs.
  • Evening: Meditation session focused on cleansing and renewal.

Day 6: Integrative Wellness Practices

  • Morning: After breakfast, engage in an integrative workshop combining Ayurveda with other wellness practices like naturopathy or traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on seasonal health.
  • Afternoon: Personalized therapy session.
  • Evening: Relaxing group activity, like a guided nature walk to observe seasonal changes.

Day 7: Preparing for Departure

  • Morning: Final group meditation focusing on sustaining practices learned during the retreat.
  • Afternoon: Final consultations to discuss ongoing personal health plans and answer any remaining questions.
  • Evening: Closing ceremony and farewell dinner, celebrating the journey and shared experiences.

Day 8: Departure

  • Morning: Farewell breakfast.
  • Mid-morning: Check-out and departure.

Note: Daily morning yoga sessions will be held to complement the day's activities, enhancing physical flexibility and mental clarity.

This itinerary ensures a holistic experience, emphasizing the importance of seasonal living while providing practical tools for integrating these practices into everyday life.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • In some cases, your doctor may prescribe Ayurvedic medication, post your departure- All medications recommended post departure will be charged additionally on actuals.
  • For guests who are not participating in the Ayurveda program, but accompanying the Amal Yatri, aspecial rate of upto 50% off our prices shall be applicable.
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Amal Tamara

A retreat to align your body with nature's rhythms through seasonal Ayurveda

Price
7 nights
$3,200 / person
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