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Medical nutrition, meditation, yoga, exercise and psycho emotional therapies. Our philosophy We believe in the innate power of the body to heal and regenerate. We only intervene to support this natural process. We believe in treating the cause of disease rather than suppressing symptoms. We believe in assessing the whole person and strengthening the immune system rather than treating a disease. We understand disease as the failure of the immune system, overburdened by cumulative assaults from the environment. Diseases change with time and cultures. The hallmark of our modern culture is a toxic environment and a nutrient-deficient soil, causative of the so-called "incurable" degenerative diseases. When the body is cleared from toxins, and the mind free from limiting patterns, the life force rebounds, homeostasis returns and individuals tend to spring back into health. 
Our medical approach Assessment In addition to appropriate conventional and alternative testing, we routinely perform hair tissue analysis or mineral urine analysis to detect mineral imbalance and heavy metal toxicity. Digestion being the culprit of our therapy, we often perform stool analysis tests when digestion is compromised, as indicated. At registration, we request your medical records, a recent CBC, a comprehensive metabolic panel, thyroid studies, and any pertinent blood work or imaging studies reports that are appropriate to your personal situation. Supervision Supervision Patients have an extended visit with the doctor when they arrive and will be monitored regularly thereafter. Physical exams are performed as needed. In cases of healing crises or aggravation, visits are conducted frequently. Detoxification There are many different ways we approach detoxification depending on individual history, health condition and personal preferences. In some cases we use sweating induced by far infra red sauna or the practice of Bikram Yoga or brisk walking. In other cases we use water fasting, juicing, elimination diets or herbs and supplements. We use various forms of meditation (Vipassana, laughter and tears) and psychotherapeutic approaches (Gestalt, Breath Therapy, Cognitive therapy) to deprogram the mind and replace self-destructive patterns by life-affirmative ones. Restoration As the tissues and the organs are rid of toxic materials and deceased cells, it is important to rebuild them with proper nutrition and physical exercise. Physical exercise can be as simple as going for a walk or it could involve a personal trainer. Mental restoration is accomplished with relaxation, rest and sleep. A simple, rustic close-to-the-earth lifestyle in tune with natural rhythms, hammock therapy, visualization and guided imagery techniques allow the deep self to emerge and stress to vanish. Creative activities and artistic expression are an important part of the recovery process. 
Our nutritional programs Our nutritional programs are based on organic vegetables and fruits - locally grown as much as possible. We promote two strict dietary programs Gerson Therapy and hygienic fasting.
The Stay We prefer to start every one at the same time on the 1st and 14th of each month, but you can start at any time, provided that we have space at the facility. Call us for more information. Education We emphasize patient's responsibility in taking charge of their therapy. From the beginning, patients are encouraged to follow their juice and medication schedule and keep track of their basal body temperature and weight, with the help of their companions. This way, habits are established early during the therapy and more likely to be continued at home. Your stay includes informal lectures, which include a wide variety of relevant topics. Some are practical, aiming at facilitating reinsertion in "real" life, others are more personal or more philosophical. The kitchen is open to the patients, who can watch and attend live food preparations and ask for demonstrations. Our library features videos, audio tapes and books on health, nutrition and spirituality. 
Psycho-emotional health During their stay patients receive support from other patients and caregivers to process their thoughts and feelings. They journal, share themselves verbally or through their creative expression. In-depth psychotherapeutic sessions with Dr. Baylac are available. Reichian Therapy, Gestalt therapy, awareness techniques and massage may be used during these sessions. Dr. Baylac gives personal directions for people during the daily visit, and people do their home work during the day, by themselves or with another patient. In the library, DVDs & CDs teaching EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and the Law Of Attraction, are available. Meditation/Rituals The "laughter and tears meditation" is an hour long meditation including 20 minutes laughter, followed by 20 minutes of crying and 20 minutes of silence. "Vipassana" consists of sitting silently observing the breath and thoughts. Full moons and new moons may be the opportunity for "healing circles" and "positive affirmations rituals". We adjust to whoever is here. At times we have had a circle every other night. Sometimes none for a while. A circle works best when people are ready. One day, for instance, we took 2 patients to the volcano and did a "circle" there, and a "walking singing meditation". All the activities mentioned on this website, happen over time, but it may not be possible to have all of them each week. Some are not done on a regular basis, but are available whenever the need emerges from the patient group. Adjunct therapies 
Pain management techniques include coffee enema, the pain triad, Reiki, meditation, castor oil packs, clay packs, hydrogen peroxide bath. We may use herbal teas before and after a water fast and during the Gerson Therapy program. We use the FIR sauna for heavy metal detoxification and cardiovascular health programs. Yoga, weight training, swimming, soaking in natural warm springs are used, when indicated or requested. Medical Conditions We treat conditions such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, migraine headache, hypercholesterolemia, atherosclerosis, obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, addictions, infertility, autoimmune diseases, heavy metal toxicity, multiple chemical sensitivity, eating disorders, sexual disorders and depression. Find disease testimonials here. We recommend a 2 week annual detoxification program for general health maintenance, disease prevention and optimum health. 
Trips
Nature is the greatest healer. This is why we like to include wilderness activities in our healing programs for our visitors. The big island has many natural wonders that bring joy to us. We would be very happy to take you in our mini van and show you these beautiful sites. There is no interference with your therapy! We make sure that the timing of the tours flows with the juice and meal schedule, and we pack juices and food if necessary! We offer a discount for the trips to the warm pond and other places, if people take more than 2 trips. Alternatively, you can use a rental car and take private trips. Note: The morning market trips are free. The Staff "Hawaii Naturopathic Retreat Center Inc." was founded in July of 2003 by Dr. Maya Nicole Baylac, a naturopathic physician and psychotherapist. The medical practice is focused on raw nutrition and the mental/emotional aspect of illness. Among the programs available are Gerson Therapy, fasting, Natural Hygiene, juicing and raw diet programs for degenerative diseases, addictions and body toxicity. The kitchen is staffed from 7:30 in the morning until 7:00 at night with 2 vegetarian chefs. We have a secretary and a landscaper. There are also visiting physicians and medical students. |
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MORE PICTURES Find more pictures here - from the nearby market, tidal pools and lava fields. Read more about the Hawaii nature in this area & nearby attractions.
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Benedict Lust, 1925 "Let us learn and practice what we instinctively know to be a fact; namely that the present-day generation and misery of the human race can not be alleviated by laws and regulations, by loans and convenants, but improvement must come from within ourselves; it must come through a complete rebirth; through different mental attitude, different conception and conduct of life; through return of naturalness, true religion, simplicity, frugality, economy and joyous renunciation; through upbuilding and uplifting; through honesty and tolerance; through purposeful strengthening of body, mind and soul, so that we will again feel throbbing life within us, strong and powerful, enabling us to again enjoy life, nature, family life, art, book, picture and son, and to bear bravely whatever pains and vicissitudes life holds in store for us." |
HAWAII NATUROPATHIC RETREAT CENTER INC. A center for health, longevity and happiness www.mindyourbody.info Contact information  
at http://gersonhawaii.us |
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