Raw Food. Yoga. Personalized Medicine!
Join Dr. Ariel Jones on the Big Island of Hawaii for a raw food revitalization and reset.
Welcome To The Beautiful Luana Inn!
Located over the majestic and breathtaking Kealakekua Bay, Luana Inn is a sanctuary of warm Hawiian sunshine, and gentle floral breeze.
Luana has a main building with 3 guest suites around the pool & overlooking the ocean and a private cottage in the back.
Designed to revitalize your body, transform your mind and awaken your soul.
Hawaii is our healing sanctuary.
We will spend 15 days together on the beautiful and majestic island of Hawaii, known as the healing island by the ancient Kings and Queens of Hawaii. The magic of Hawaii lives and breathes new life into all who step foot on her land. From its abundance of beauty, flowers and fruit to the lava the Goddess Pele sends forth making more aina (land) and expanding the boundaries of Hawaii further into the Pacific ocean. Hawaii is a land of transformation, creation and beauty.
It starts with organic, chef-made meals.
Vital food awakens our cells and revitalizes our body! Join us for fresh, live juices and raw vegan dishes made daily by our in- house chef. All the food is sourced locally from the organic farms on the island, and prepared slowly with love. Once our bodies have the nutrients they crave, they magically begin to heal on their own. Lets learn how to make new and exciting dishes to expand your repertoire at home, and keep a bit of Hawaii with us in your heart.
Raw food is vital. The vitamins, minerals and enzymes are kept intact and delivered directly to the cells. Nothing but nutrients are contained in these meals which are delicious and fulfilling.
In Nature, We Heal.
Reconnect and know who you are. We will take our time in nature and explore the many gifts that Hawaii has to offer. Spending time in, and on, the water is essential for rebalancing and harmonizing our bodies. We will connect and swim with the dolphins, kayak paddle in Kealakekua Bay, snorkel in the Place of Refuge, hike the King's Trail, bask on sunny white, and black sand beaches, visit with the sea turtles, discover secret beaches, and end our days watching the sunsets from our beautiful hale, Luana Inn.
Go within, Find Yourself.
There is nothing more powerful than the healing effects of a detox. It catalyzes healthy changes in the body, through elimination, weight loss, and rest. On a mental level raw food brings us back to our centre by reducing inflammation and offering inspiration. We are using this time alone for reflection and contemplation. You will have visits with the doctor, and session to support your healing and development. During retreat you can find out who you are, what you want and how to get there.
Personalized Medicine.
Experience the loving embrace of Dr. Ariel Jones' hands on approach to your health care. Examining the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and energetic aspects, we will identify what may be out of balance and work to gently guide your body back to your soul's rhythm. Dr. Jones practices advanced naturopathic medicine including full physical exams, lab work and imaging, pharmaceutical and herbal prescriptions, chelation therapy for heavy metal detox, advanced IV therapy for cancer and other chronic diseases, neurolprolotherapy injections for chronic pain and nerve injuries, spinal manipulation & acupuncture. You are in good hands.
This retreat is for you if:
1. You have felt the desire for space to grow and heal without the distractions of day-to-day life.
2. You are longing for a vacation in a beautiful tropical destination that restores your health and teaches you real tools for staying healthy, aging well, and feeling great.
3. You want to explore new ways of eating that excite your senses, detox the body and restore proper weight.
4. You would like compassionate, experienced medical attention in a 1-on-1 setting
and feel supported in your health journey!
5. You enjoy beautiful accommodations and want to experience Hawaii comfortably.
Program Includes:
1 Hour Personalized Medical Intake
Opening and Closing Ceremonies - intention setting
Daily Medical Guidance & Support
Daily Gentle Yoga
Fresh Live Juices
Gourmet Raw Vegan Meals using Fresh Organic Local Produce
Nature Adventures: Black Sand Sea Turtle Sanctuary
White Sand Beach Relaxing
Course Folder with Information, Handouts & Instructions
Private or Shared Rooms & Deluxe Suite Available
*Additional treatments available upon request:
Acupuncture
IV therapy
Massage
Colon Hydrotherapy
Watsu
Traditional Hawaiian Healing
The Work by Byron Katie
Daily Retreat Schedule
* subject to changes
Wake up - to fresh juices/smoothie/tropical fruit plate and a sunny lanai to relax and reflect.
Yoga - to gently awaken the body.
Chef-made Lunch - a beautiful healthy creation to heal and repair the body.
Sessions - Choose from massage, acupuncture, watsu, private or couples counselling, medical consultation or IV therapy.
Outdoor Adventure - whether its swimming with dolphins, kayaking, snorkelling, or relaxing on a beach we will be surrounded by beauty.
RELAX - Poolside, enjoy our infrared sauna, read a book or have a siesta.
Dinner - Chef-creation from fresh local ingredients.
Sunset - from the lanai or Kealakekua Bay. Watching sunset restores our trust & faith in the world.
Evening Session - join Dr. Jones for a health talk about medicine, nutrition, raw food recipes and more.
Investing in Yourself
*** Couples Welcome***
Private
MAHINA - Private Queen Room + Sleep Futon- $ 9499 CAD - Poolside (Sleeps 3 people)
MAKANI - Private Queen Room + Sleep Futon - $ 9499 - Poolside (Sleeps 3 people)
MOANA - Private King Room - $ 9950 CAD - Oceanside (Sleeps 3 people)
ALAULA - Private King Suite w/ Sleep Futon - $ 10399 CAD - Cottage w/Private Lanai (Sleeps 3 people)
Sleep futon is a davenport sofa that can be used as a second sleeping accommodation for an additional person.
ALIHI LANI - Private Full Suite - Queen + 2 Futons - $ 11299 CAD - Cottage w/ living room + kitchen (sleeps 4 -6 people)
*** This is the most economical room if you bring 2 friends!
Shared
TRIMURTI - Shared - Single Bed (2 available) - $ 8250
TRIMURTI - Shared - Double Bed - $ 8399
For Couples or Bring a Friend/Family Member - Additional cost of $ 6990 CAD for the second person, no room fee.
Note: this retreat is all inclusive: accommodation & board, infrared sauna, non-chlorine pool, medical guidance, yoga, organic raw food, chef, nature adventures, Detox Guide written by Dr. Ariel Jones, follow up consult, cellular rejuvenation and lasting health course.
EARLY BIRD PRICING
Book by: September 1st 2019
Save $100 USD on all rooms!
* Naturopathic Medicine is covered by most extended medical plans + co-pay insurance. Call us to find out how you can claim a portion of this retreat through insurance.
Flights
Travel Dates: November
Airports: Vancouver (YVR) - Kona (KOA
Flight Companies:
West Jet
Air Canada
Airports: Victoria (YYJ) - Kona (KOA
Flight Companies:
West Jet
Air Canada
Airports: Seattle (SEA) - Kona (KOA
Flight Companies:
Delta
Hawaiian
Airports: Los Angeles (LAX) - Kona (KOA
Flight Companies:
Delta
Hawaiian
Meet Dr. Ariel Jones
Dr. Ariel Jones is a Naturopathic Physician with certifications in acupuncture, pharmaceutical prescribing, intravenous therapy and chelation. She is the founder of Hydrate IV Wellness Centre (Victoria, BC) and Mayne Island Naturopathic Clinic (Mayne Island, BC). She is a water fasting and deep detox guide and has fasted individuals and groups in fasts ranging from 3 - 21 days. Dr. Jones holds retreats internationally for people interested in learning more about deep detox and cellular rejuvenation. Dr. Jones completed a residency internship at Hawaii Naturopathic Retreat Centre, specializing in raw food detoxes, alternative cancer treatment and mental wellness. "I am passionate about deep detox and water fasting. Every day we are seeing more and more people being diagnosed with chronic and serious illnesses such as cancer, Alzheimer's, obesity, diabetes, dementia, chronic debiltating pain and injuries that won't heal. I want to address the cause of illness and remove it as a barrier to radiant health. That barrier is accumulated toxicity. My time at Hawaii Naturopathic Retreat Centre offered me the tools to make radical changes to people's health that would otherwise be an arduous process with potentially unattainable results. Changing the diet is key. Raw food is a total detox physically and mentally. Taking a break from our regular lives, eating vital, living foods, and being in nature are the keys to rejuvenation". I look forward to meeting you and learning how we can make more space in your life for better health. May your journey be full of health & divinely guided, Love Ariel |
To Book
1. A non-refundable deposit of $1000 is required to hold your spot. Click on the "book here" button below.
2. The last day to register is December 15th
3. The reminder of your fee is due December 27th.
4. Once you have made your deposit, we will be in touch with you for your initial intake - included in the fee.
If you would like to make instalment payments please contact us, we are happy to accommodate you.
1. A non-refundable deposit of $1000 is required to hold your spot. Click on the "book here" button below.
2. The last day to register is December 15th
3. The reminder of your fee is due December 27th.
4. Once you have made your deposit, we will be in touch with you for your initial intake - included in the fee.
If you would like to make instalment payments please contact us, we are happy to accommodate you.
Policies
1. Deposits are non-refundable
2. All payments are non-refundable 48 hours before the retreat has started. Refunds are offered in extraneous circumstances, to be determined by our staff. We ask that you commit to the process. If you chose to leave it is of your own free will and without refund or compensation.
3. All our retreats are a safe and sacred space for healing, we ask for respect towards yourself, one another and the space at all times. This includes how we talk to one another and how we treat the space physically. Behaviour that disrupts the other participants will result in being asked to leave with no refund or compensation.
Thank you for your cooperation, we are grateful. ❤
Further Reading: Water Fasting
Chronic Pain
Water fasting has well known effects of curing chronic pain. The process of ketosis (breaking down fats to make fuel for the body) also breaks down scar tissue. Low back pain, arthritis, old injuries and acute are all improved during a water fast.
Mental Clarity & Spiritual growth
Water fasting is a deep reconnection to your true self. Without the distractions of everyday life, water fasting offers the opportunity to stop and listen to your inner voice and the guidance it provides. As the body sheds unwanted material from the body, the mind and spirit are released from patterns and energy that no longer serve a purpose. The movement through the physical process of water fasting facilitates change in mental patterns as well. Unblocking and unburdening from cyclical mental patterns in favour of calm clarity.
Curative For Chronic Diseases
Diabetes type ll, arthritis, fibroids, rheumatoid arthritis, digestive disorders (SIBO), headaches, chronic back pain, heart disease (arteriosclerosis), high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity. Water fasting improves cognitive function, and reduces inflammation in the brain. It reduces Parkinson's symptoms and inflammation in the muscles, organs and blood. Water fasting is useful for weight loss in combination with healthy eating habits post-fast.
Disease Prevention
Water fasting increases insulin sensitivity in the muscle cells and liver, and lowers inflammatory mediators which prevents the development of diabetes. The lowering of heart rate and blood pressure & increase in stress resistance reduces the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and athleroscleorosis. Reducing fat cells and improving blood insulin sensitivity reduces the risk of obesity, joint pain and heart disease. In the intestine, water fasting helps restore a functional biota, reduces energy uptake and inflammation.
Water Fasting Links
How to Prepare for a Water Fast
Effects of Fasting on the Brain
3 Day Water Fasting Retreat
My Personal Water Fast - Day 9
Fasting and Leptin Resistance
"Fantastic, I recommend a Dr. Jones retreat to anyone eligible and who wants to dramatically improve their health and get serious about it, including an improvement in their waistline.
My husband and I attended a 7 day “Intro to Fasting” retreat with Dr. Ariel Jones. I learned so much about fasting, much more than I could have on any of those online forums (they really are repeating some misinformation there.)
On the first day, we were welcomed warmly into a lovely home Dr. Jones secured for the group. On the green juice days that sandwiched the fasting days, we enjoyed amazing nutrition from K+I juices which were organic and not diluted, just pure. On fast days we were treated to yoga by an absolutely lovely and charming lady named Cedar Sorensen, we were shown how to do enemas daily to get bile moving and remove toxins that can cause nausea (which NOBODY discusses in the forums!), daily meditation, daily meet ups for group discussions about our revelations and share what we are going through, demonstrations on how to make sprouts and raw probiotic sauerkraut with explanations about their importance and benefits, and some optional services were available if we wanted buy those (acupuncture by Dr. Jones herself, massage by Kim Fairall, colonics by The Healthy Digestion Centre - shout out to Tammy!). Another amazing thing was having a special interactive discussion and exercise facilitated by a wonderful lady name Julia Menard who had us dig deep and ask ourselves some big questions, discover some revelations and become aware of obstacles to our own happiness in life. At night we had some time to watch lectures as a group about fasting, and have group chats, otherwise the week was packed! We were not sitting bored or our phones that’s for sure.
Dr. Jones monitored us with blood testing before and after, daily check up of vitals. She shared amazing knowledge about fasting, autophagy, the healing benefits and was there to discuss any questions we had about the most personal things. She counselled us through all things physical and emotional.
On the second last day, we went to the grocery store together to buy items we would need for a special healing concoction we would be having during the reintroduction phase and taught us how to make it so we could do it at home. That night, she took us around the backyard, neighbourhood, and local park to teach us about the local plant medicines. our last night it was especially lovely as we caught the sunset in a beautiful park that was also a Garry Oak sanctuary.
The last day we had a touching closing ceremony and said our goodbyes, healthier, lighter, and amazed at our mental strength, and very grateful for the knowledge, experience and Dr. Jones’ genuine desire to help us live our best and healthiest lives. I have come out it having all the benefits promised and surprised myself with my mental toughness. I have also reset my cravings and appetite, something I always struggled with. I don’t think I can put into words how much I’ve… EVOLVED with this retreated. It’s just taken me to another level. All from one week.
Dr Jones even continued to help me in particular after wards as I had some special circumstances, an extremely kind and generous person. Dr. Jones is smart, caring, knowledgeable about many areas of health, and passionate about what she does. We highly recommend her to anyone wanting to get into the world of fasting in a safe and supervised setting, especially if you’re on medication or have other health concerns.
As opposed to going on yet another indulgent trip full of booze, wine & shopping, why not go on a trip where you actually come back healthier, stronger, lighter and proud of yourself? "
- Lisa, Vancouver
"I recently had the pleasure to take part in an amazing personal journey of going on a
water fast. I decided to reach out to Dr. Ariel Jones for support during the process and am so glad
that I did.
I didn’t know much at all about the physical, mental and emotional benefits
of water fasting. Upon mentioning to Ariel that I wanted to commit to a 5 day water fast,
she quickly stocked me up on a few good reads. I felt so supported going into the fast.
We decided together to wait a few weeks, during which I prepared myself by cutting out
all processed foods and reducing my intake. Ariel gave me a step by step process for how
to properly prepare for the fast, what would benefit me most during the fast, and how to
emerge from such a journey in the most supportive way. Ariel gave wonderful guidance
during the journey, and I truly felt as though we had embarked on this path together.
She was careful to listen to my intentions of why I wanted to fast, and created a
wonderful ceremony to symbolize the beginning of the fast. We had daily check-ins
where I was weighed and had the chance to share what I was experiencing physically,
mentally and emotionally. Ariel compassionately guided me during every little twist and
turn, holding my hand and sharing words of wisdom and encouragement during the
process, which I am very grateful for.
I would absolutely recommend guidance from Ariel for anyone wishing to partake in
such a journey, or even someone who is looking to better their overall health. Ariel truly
is a well-spring of information, wisdom, and authenticity and I extend my heart-felt
gratitude to her for joining me on this endeavour."
Blessings,
- Chantal J, Vancouver
" I experienced a 3 day water fast with Dr. Ariel Jones on Mayne island. It changed me and I am forever grateful for this gift.
For me it was so helpful to leave Victoria and step away from the demands of life and family. I had not anticipated the lack of energy that needed to be honoured when only drinking water. I thought I would be craving food but the nausea from the detox removed any desire to eat . I struggled in the 2nd day and truly surrendered to the detox, Dr jones was present and full of helpful tips to ease my symptoms. She encouraged dry brushing, infrared saunas, getting outside, journaling and enemas. I experienced a release & movement past the discomfort and the last 12 hrs were lovely... I could see how a longer fast would be possible. Dr. Jones facilitated a spiritually guided release for something to be left behind on Mayne with the fast... I have re-entered my life lighter, healthier and happier. I would recommend everyone have this experience. Much love and gratitude."
- Libby Ferris, Victoria
" 3-day water fast with Dr Ariel Jones on beautiful Mayne Island...
Reason for Fast:
Minor auto-immune disorders, such as thyroid disorder and
celiac disease.
I had eliminated dairy and meat a few weeks prior to the fast under Dr Jones' care. I cut out coffee (formerly 3 cups of coffee/day) two days before the fast. Based on Dr Jones advice, I went for my first colon hydrotherapy session a week prior. I believe the "detox" phase of my water fast was brief and uncomplicated for these reasons. Additionally, I was feeling healthy and optimistic going into the fast.
Began water fast at noon. I was too distracted by the the beauty of Mayne Island (Japanese Garden and Lighthouse), and Dr Jones' wealth of knowledge in answering my many questions, to focus on any discomfort. Had an infrared sauna, read, and went to bed early.
Dr Jones' experience with water fasting proved to be invaluable at this time. She patiently showed me how to use sparkling water, as well as a water enema at the right time, in order to settle my system. Most importantly, she showed me that I could manage this discomfort and feel optimistic.
Dr Jones was monitoring our health closely with blood pressure, urine tests, and one-on-one evaluations. She is a wealth of knowledge, given her background in the sciences and medicine. Additionally, she looks at the whole person when evaluating a health issue. Her intuition steered me in a positive direction every time. I look forward to experiencing a longer water fast.
- Anna, Victoria
"I have been an avid faster/cleanser over the years & have experienced the benefits of a variety of fasts but nothing came close to the benefits I experienced during & after my water fast! I'll be honest it is not for the faint of heart! If you want to take your health & your life to a new level I absolutely recommend the Water Fast with Dr. Ariel! The love & support I received from Dr. Ariel was like nothing I'd ever experienced before from another human being! She was there throughout the tears & the pain with an open heart, gentleness, love, kindness & compassion; she held a space for healing without judgment & lead me to a deeper level of caring for myself - body, mind & spirit! I absolutely 110% recommend this to anyone looking for a new level of healing!
Namaste"
- Tarey, Victoria
"It's been five days since I finished my week-long water fast retreat with you in Victoria. I continue to experience interesting changes in how I'm dealing with things day-to-day and in particular with some stressful elderly parent issues. Of course I love the weight I lost, and there were days that were challenging during the fast, but they passed. Today I feel lighter, calmer, and healthier than I have in years. This peaceful emotional state post-fast was unexpected. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, your sense of humour, and your patience. I'm ready to do a ten-day water fast next, but for now I'm content with a one-day-a-week vegetable broth fast. I'm singing your praises to family and friends. Wishing you well."
- Joy, Gulf Islands
My husband and I attended a 7 day “Intro to Fasting” retreat with Dr. Ariel Jones. I learned so much about fasting, much more than I could have on any of those online forums (they really are repeating some misinformation there.)
On the first day, we were welcomed warmly into a lovely home Dr. Jones secured for the group. On the green juice days that sandwiched the fasting days, we enjoyed amazing nutrition from K+I juices which were organic and not diluted, just pure. On fast days we were treated to yoga by an absolutely lovely and charming lady named Cedar Sorensen, we were shown how to do enemas daily to get bile moving and remove toxins that can cause nausea (which NOBODY discusses in the forums!), daily meditation, daily meet ups for group discussions about our revelations and share what we are going through, demonstrations on how to make sprouts and raw probiotic sauerkraut with explanations about their importance and benefits, and some optional services were available if we wanted buy those (acupuncture by Dr. Jones herself, massage by Kim Fairall, colonics by The Healthy Digestion Centre - shout out to Tammy!). Another amazing thing was having a special interactive discussion and exercise facilitated by a wonderful lady name Julia Menard who had us dig deep and ask ourselves some big questions, discover some revelations and become aware of obstacles to our own happiness in life. At night we had some time to watch lectures as a group about fasting, and have group chats, otherwise the week was packed! We were not sitting bored or our phones that’s for sure.
Dr. Jones monitored us with blood testing before and after, daily check up of vitals. She shared amazing knowledge about fasting, autophagy, the healing benefits and was there to discuss any questions we had about the most personal things. She counselled us through all things physical and emotional.
On the second last day, we went to the grocery store together to buy items we would need for a special healing concoction we would be having during the reintroduction phase and taught us how to make it so we could do it at home. That night, she took us around the backyard, neighbourhood, and local park to teach us about the local plant medicines. our last night it was especially lovely as we caught the sunset in a beautiful park that was also a Garry Oak sanctuary.
The last day we had a touching closing ceremony and said our goodbyes, healthier, lighter, and amazed at our mental strength, and very grateful for the knowledge, experience and Dr. Jones’ genuine desire to help us live our best and healthiest lives. I have come out it having all the benefits promised and surprised myself with my mental toughness. I have also reset my cravings and appetite, something I always struggled with. I don’t think I can put into words how much I’ve… EVOLVED with this retreated. It’s just taken me to another level. All from one week.
Dr Jones even continued to help me in particular after wards as I had some special circumstances, an extremely kind and generous person. Dr. Jones is smart, caring, knowledgeable about many areas of health, and passionate about what she does. We highly recommend her to anyone wanting to get into the world of fasting in a safe and supervised setting, especially if you’re on medication or have other health concerns.
As opposed to going on yet another indulgent trip full of booze, wine & shopping, why not go on a trip where you actually come back healthier, stronger, lighter and proud of yourself? "
- Lisa, Vancouver
"I recently had the pleasure to take part in an amazing personal journey of going on a
water fast. I decided to reach out to Dr. Ariel Jones for support during the process and am so glad
that I did.
I didn’t know much at all about the physical, mental and emotional benefits
of water fasting. Upon mentioning to Ariel that I wanted to commit to a 5 day water fast,
she quickly stocked me up on a few good reads. I felt so supported going into the fast.
We decided together to wait a few weeks, during which I prepared myself by cutting out
all processed foods and reducing my intake. Ariel gave me a step by step process for how
to properly prepare for the fast, what would benefit me most during the fast, and how to
emerge from such a journey in the most supportive way. Ariel gave wonderful guidance
during the journey, and I truly felt as though we had embarked on this path together.
She was careful to listen to my intentions of why I wanted to fast, and created a
wonderful ceremony to symbolize the beginning of the fast. We had daily check-ins
where I was weighed and had the chance to share what I was experiencing physically,
mentally and emotionally. Ariel compassionately guided me during every little twist and
turn, holding my hand and sharing words of wisdom and encouragement during the
process, which I am very grateful for.
I would absolutely recommend guidance from Ariel for anyone wishing to partake in
such a journey, or even someone who is looking to better their overall health. Ariel truly
is a well-spring of information, wisdom, and authenticity and I extend my heart-felt
gratitude to her for joining me on this endeavour."
Blessings,
- Chantal J, Vancouver
" I experienced a 3 day water fast with Dr. Ariel Jones on Mayne island. It changed me and I am forever grateful for this gift.
For me it was so helpful to leave Victoria and step away from the demands of life and family. I had not anticipated the lack of energy that needed to be honoured when only drinking water. I thought I would be craving food but the nausea from the detox removed any desire to eat . I struggled in the 2nd day and truly surrendered to the detox, Dr jones was present and full of helpful tips to ease my symptoms. She encouraged dry brushing, infrared saunas, getting outside, journaling and enemas. I experienced a release & movement past the discomfort and the last 12 hrs were lovely... I could see how a longer fast would be possible. Dr. Jones facilitated a spiritually guided release for something to be left behind on Mayne with the fast... I have re-entered my life lighter, healthier and happier. I would recommend everyone have this experience. Much love and gratitude."
- Libby Ferris, Victoria
" 3-day water fast with Dr Ariel Jones on beautiful Mayne Island...
Reason for Fast:
Minor auto-immune disorders, such as thyroid disorder and
celiac disease.
I had eliminated dairy and meat a few weeks prior to the fast under Dr Jones' care. I cut out coffee (formerly 3 cups of coffee/day) two days before the fast. Based on Dr Jones advice, I went for my first colon hydrotherapy session a week prior. I believe the "detox" phase of my water fast was brief and uncomplicated for these reasons. Additionally, I was feeling healthy and optimistic going into the fast.
Began water fast at noon. I was too distracted by the the beauty of Mayne Island (Japanese Garden and Lighthouse), and Dr Jones' wealth of knowledge in answering my many questions, to focus on any discomfort. Had an infrared sauna, read, and went to bed early.
Dr Jones' experience with water fasting proved to be invaluable at this time. She patiently showed me how to use sparkling water, as well as a water enema at the right time, in order to settle my system. Most importantly, she showed me that I could manage this discomfort and feel optimistic.
Dr Jones was monitoring our health closely with blood pressure, urine tests, and one-on-one evaluations. She is a wealth of knowledge, given her background in the sciences and medicine. Additionally, she looks at the whole person when evaluating a health issue. Her intuition steered me in a positive direction every time. I look forward to experiencing a longer water fast.
- Anna, Victoria
"I have been an avid faster/cleanser over the years & have experienced the benefits of a variety of fasts but nothing came close to the benefits I experienced during & after my water fast! I'll be honest it is not for the faint of heart! If you want to take your health & your life to a new level I absolutely recommend the Water Fast with Dr. Ariel! The love & support I received from Dr. Ariel was like nothing I'd ever experienced before from another human being! She was there throughout the tears & the pain with an open heart, gentleness, love, kindness & compassion; she held a space for healing without judgment & lead me to a deeper level of caring for myself - body, mind & spirit! I absolutely 110% recommend this to anyone looking for a new level of healing!
Namaste"
- Tarey, Victoria
"It's been five days since I finished my week-long water fast retreat with you in Victoria. I continue to experience interesting changes in how I'm dealing with things day-to-day and in particular with some stressful elderly parent issues. Of course I love the weight I lost, and there were days that were challenging during the fast, but they passed. Today I feel lighter, calmer, and healthier than I have in years. This peaceful emotional state post-fast was unexpected. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, your sense of humour, and your patience. I'm ready to do a ten-day water fast next, but for now I'm content with a one-day-a-week vegetable broth fast. I'm singing your praises to family and friends. Wishing you well."
- Joy, Gulf Islands