Bauman Vitality Fasting Retreat:
The Health Adventure of A Lifetime!
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By Deidre Nemmers
"To feast is fine, to fast divine!" says Ed Bauman. An August Vitality Fasting Retreat is just what the inner doctor is ordering for a healthy upgrade and increased vitality. Edward Bauman, PhD, the program facilitator for over 20 years and inner travel guide, has crafted this unique fasting program to bring together all the ingredients for self-healing and reclaiming a healthy lifestyle.
The overall experience of being at the Vitality Fasting Retreat was very nurturing. The wholesome feeling and life force I felt from the fresh, organic fruit and vegetable juices, nutrient rich broths and herbal teas were very nourishing to my body. Also, the solitude and incredible beauty was very meditative. I wasn't lonely even though I spent a lot of time alone. The morning circle where everyone shared fasting experiences was very supportive. There were many different levels of staff support and attentiveness given during the retreat. I participated in the daily group activities and the camaraderie of the community when I wanted to but I was also able to create my own experience. It was a very regenerative week.
The program's focus was on health and cleansing. It was ironic then to be at a juice fast and learn so much about healthy eating! I learned fantastic information from Ed's lectures on nutrition and how food affects the body. I learned a lot about how the inner workings of the body and the digestive system act together to maintain health and mitigate disease.
After I returned home, I found the lessons I had learned at the Fast became tools to make significant changes in my life. I have given up long standing unhealthy habits. When I eat, I eat quality foods and I feel satisfied. I am able to pay attention now to what makes me feel healthy and energized as I go through my busy daily life. Attending the Vitality Fasting Retreat has made a tremendous difference!
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