Retreat Venue - Boggomsbaai

 

Boggomsbaai is a small tranquil seaside village located close to Mossel Bay on the Garden Route.  (65kms from George Airport)   A major drawcard to this village is the long sandy beach, quite remote with fantastic birdlife and providing endless hours of relaxation. 

The beach forms part of the famous Oyster Catcher Trail, (a five day very popular hiking trail renowned for the spectacular coastal views).    Boggomsbaai is environmentally conscious with many features in place to protect the plants and sand dunes of the area.  

Residents are mostly friendly and welcoming to visitors.  There are no shops in the village so visitors should ensure they are sufficiently stocked with refreshments for their trip.   

Fishing is a favourite past-time here and be sure to keep a look out for the little creatures that roam the village from tortoises to buck!  

Retreats and Peace and Quiet are also a part of the lifestyle here, village is surrounded by farms and coastline.

Whales can be spotted from the beach in season.

Elevation: 12 m
Area: 197 ha
Weather: Coastal - Mostly Cool and Sunny 
Population: 69 (2011)
Province: Western Cape
Municipality: Mossel Bay Local Municipality

OZONE THERAPY

(In my case I offer the very informal Sauna Tent)

Ozone easily enters the bloodstream during an ozone steam therapy session. This enables your congested tissues and organs to clear waste, toxic stores, viruses, bacteria, yeast, mold, fungal and parasites. These “wastes” leave the body mainly  through the skin.

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​A usual and normal course of ozone therapy takes 6 – 10 treatments, given to a patient/person two times a week. Most patients start to feel better after the 2nd or 3rd treatment. This therapy does not have to be constantly repeated, as all nutritional and toxic factors are removed and replaced as well.  A ‘touch up’ treatment is recommended at least every 4 – 8 weeks, especially in the case of chronic illnesses or diseases.

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Ozone Sauna Therapy is a natural, effective way to promote overall health and wellness! Relaxes and loosens muscles by reducing the buildup of lactic acid and increasing muscle flexibility. Oxidizes toxins so they can be eliminated through the skin, lungs, kidneys and colon.

Advantages of Combining Ozone and Sauna Therapy

The use of a sauna should be an important part of any detoxification program. The sauna increases the eliminative, detoxifying and cleansing capacity of the skin by stimulation of the sweat glands and also promotes healthy skin tone and texture due to increased blood circulation. Using the steam sauna with ozone allows the steam to surround the body and ozone can be introduced through the skin. Humid heat opens the pores, which allows the ozone through the skin to the bloodstream, where it can travel to the fat and lymph tissue. It is very important to cleanse the lymph tissue of toxins and the ozone/steam sauna is the easiest and best way to accomplish this.

Artificially induced hyperthermia (rising body temperature results in the destruction of bacteria and viruses) combined with heavy sweating and a cleansing effect initiated by ozone will result in elimination of toxins accumulated mainly in the lymphatic system relieving the liver from the difficult task of dealing with them. Through the centuries, men and women have used steam to purify the skin, soothe sore muscles, boost circulation and to simply relax. The combined action of moist heat and ozone cleanse the lymphatic system, which carries 90% of the body’s fluids. Ozone brings oxygen to the tissues for enhanced health and vitality. The combination of steam and ozone is a natural, effective way to promote a refreshing sense of well-being. We believe that a an Ozone/Steam Sauna cabinet represents a pleasant and easy to follow form of body cleansing.

Ozone and Sauna Therapy Benefits List

• Dramatically increase oxygenation of the tissues and cells
• Burn 400-600 calories per session
• Stimulate the Immune System
• Increase the White Blood Cell count
• Increase circulation, oxygen and nutrient delivery within the body
• Increase the distensibility of the Red Blood Cell so that it can squeeze through your tiny blood vessels into tissues
• Boost cellular mediated immunity (part of the immune system)
• Increase 2,3-DPG: Responsible for the blood’s ability to release oxygen in your tissues
• Increase tumor necrosis factor by up to 500 times
• Purge the body of accumulated toxins such as pesticides, PCBs, drug residues, and acidic wastes
• Produce Interleukin II, Gamma interferon (anti-cancer substances)

Like the other methods of ozone delivery, the combination of Ozone and Sauna Therapy offers positive results. 

Conditions that may benefit from treatment with Ozone Therapy include:

• Cancer
• Meniscal tears and joint disorders
• Shingles (Herpes zoster) and Herpes Simplex
• Herniated Discs
• Diabetic ulcers and venous stasis
• Allergies & chronic sinusitis
• Lyme disease
• Alzheimer’s, senile dementia
• Arthritis
• Autoimmune diseases
• Colitis and Crohn’s
• Tinnitus
• Vaginal infections
• Chronic hepatitis
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Candidiasis and many more conditions

10 Major Effects Of Ozone

1. Ozone stimulates the production of white blood cells. These cells protect the body from viruses, bacteria, fungi and cancer. If, deprived of oxygen, these cells malfunction. They fail to eliminate invaders and even turn against normal, healthy cells (allergic reactions). Ozone significantly raises the oxygen levels in the blood for long periods after ozone administration; as a result, allergies have a tendency to become desensitized.

2. Interferon levels are significantly increased. Interferons are globular proteins. Interferons orchestrate every aspect of the immune system, inhibit viral replication.

3. Ozone stimulates the production of Tumor Necrosis Factor. TNF is produced by the body when a tumor is growing. Ozone stimulates the secretion of IL-2. Interluekin-2 is one of the cornerstones of the immune system. It is secreted by T-helpers. T-helper causes it to produce more IL-2. Ozone’s main duty is to induce Lymphocytes to differentiate and proliferate, yielding more T-helpers, T-suppressors, cytotoxic T’s, T-delayed’s and T-memory cells.

4. Ozone kills most bacteria at low concentrations. The metabolism of most bacteria is on average one-seventeenth as efficient as our own.

5. Ozone is effective against all types of fungi. This includes systemic candida albicans, athlete’s foot, molds, mildews, yeasts, and even mushrooms.

6. Ozone fights viruses in a variety of ways. As discussed above, ozone also goes after the viral particles directly.

7. Ozone is antineoplastic. This means that ozone inhibits the growth of new tissue because rapidly dividing cells shift their priorities away from producing the enzymes needed to protect themselves from the ozone. Cancer cells are rapidly-dividing cells and are inhibited by ozone.

8. Ozone oxidizes arterial plaque. It breaks down the plaque involved in both Arteriosclerosis and Arthrosclerosis.

9. This means ozone has a tendency to clear blockages of large and even smaller vessels. This allows for better tissue oxygenation in deficient organs.

10. Ozone increases the flexibility and elasticity of red blood cells.

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IF THAT IS NOT ENOUGH !!

Here is another ...

100 Benefits of Ozone Therapy

1. Improved circulation

2. Cell energizer

3. Vitality booster

4. Immune enhancer

5. Skin purifier

6. Oxygenates hemoglobin

7. Neutralizes acid

8. Liver cleanser

9. Kills parasites

10. Combats chronic fatigue syndrome

11. Corrects dizziness

12. Blood purifier

13. Relieves muscle aches

14. Builds muscle

15. Combats depression

16. Neutralizes stomach acid

17. Overcomes weakness

18. Corrects memory loss

19. Enhances immune system

20. Fights bronchial problems

21. Prevents tumors

22. Decomposes plague

23. Increases cellular vitality

24. Boosts energy

25. Fights flu

26. Releases tension

27. Burns fat

28. Protects against stroke

29. Kills virus

30. Blood booster

31. Speeds healing

32. Improves digestion

33. Clears out brain fog

34. Cleans mucus

35. Kills candida

36. Improves heart function

37. Fights infection

38. Prevents sudden heart attack

39. Kills bacteria

40. Relieves angina

41. Heightens alertness

42. Prevents colds

43. Stops cancer cells

44. Neutralizes chronic hostility

45. Calms nerves

46. Speeds recovery

47. Oxidizes poisons

48. Breaks up cholesterol

49. Eliminates lactic acid

50. Speeds athletic recovery

51. Improves mental quickness

52. Strengthens immune system

53. Improves vitamin uptake

54. Kills Candida

55. Improves mineral absorption

56. Destroys harmful microorganisms

57. Oxidizes morbific material

58. Balances acid/alkaline

59. Decreases stress

60. Improves amino acid utilization

61. Improves brain function

62. Oxygenates pancreas

63. Kills bad colon bacteria

64. Ignites carbohydrates

65. Help supplements to work better

66. Burns off excess sugar

67. Enhances mood

68. Purifies liver

69. Oxygenates spleen

70. Improves mental stability

71. Speeds up faulty metabolism

72. Clears out dirty fluids

73. Detoxifies the lymph system

74. Prevents degenerate diseases

75. Prevents premature aging

76. Prevents irregular heartbeat

77. Prevents gangrene

78. Prevents peripheral vascular disease

79. Fights herpes

80. Kills worms

81. Fights emphysema

82. Prevents angina pain

83. Prevents shingles

84. Prevents fever blister

85. Prevents asthma

86. Prevents lymes disease

87. Fights parasitic infection

88. Fights fibermayalgia

89. Prevents epsein barr

90. Prevents cluster headaches

91. Prevents cardiac arrhythmias

92. Disburses heavy metal toxicity

93. Prevents allergies

94. Neutralizes environmental toxicity

95. Prevents Alzheimer’s

96. Prevents constipation

97. Prevents nerve related diseases

98. Prevents gastro intestinal disorders

99. Prevents ms

100.Detoxifies every cell in the body

21 Day Retreat (Well, Naturally 21 Day Transformation Program)

Join our Well, Naturally Program in Mossel Bay for a rejuvenating retreat at the Southern tip of Africa. This detox & yoga retreat is designed for individuals who wish to cleanse and detox their body.  The unparalleled tranquility and natural beauty, as well as the temperate climate throughout the year makes Mossel Bay ideal to provide you with the space to journey inward, renew, and refresh your body, mind, and spirit. 

We all know what we should eat, we all really want to adjust our eating habits.  

But HOW ????  

Perhaps your physician has indicated a healthy lifestyle change but you just do not know how to get there from here where your comfort and familiar eating patterns and knowledge resides.   

When you expect Change in your life .... you HAVe to CHange something...

Life and work challenges continuously pile up while lack of time, lack of know how and lack of ideas to bring your body back to healthy living prevents you, along with most people from achieving goals.

Your daily meals are prepared for you and is also designed to include you in the process of change.  The Well, Naturally Transformation Program will assist you while detoxing and will teach you the process of change, and make the integration to your new lifestyle easy and comfortable, while resting away from your daily routine.  

Included in the 21 Day Retreat:

Daily Acupressure Reflexology Treatments(up to 18), 

Ozone Sauna sessions(up to 5), 

Breakfast and Lunch

Printout of Program including many recipes and guidance, also including facts for you to  fall back on and an abundance of supportive information, and value...for your body, mind and soul.

Not Included in the 21 Day Retreat price.

Massage therapy

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

Reflexology

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(Skype(live:susan.smit_1), WHatsApp(083749040),Email (susan.smit@gmail.com)

ps.   Invest in your Body while you are healthy and able, you are worth it.

3 Day Detox Retreat at Boggomsbaai

3 DAY RETREAT DETAIL

Prior to arriving you will receive the pre-detox instructions.

Day 1
Arrive in the afternoon and settle in.  (Once we have your dates we will be able to add times of low tide for optimal beach walks)  We will take a walk to the beach and show you where the therapy rooms are on the way down before sunset.   Light Dinner is delivered to your house.

Day 2
Consultation times will be issued when Breakfast and lunch delivered to your house after that, therapy and beach walking tended to. Plenty of rest is encouraged.

Day 3 
Breakfast and lunch delivered to your house and therapy and beach walking tended to.  

The End. 👌

ps.  PlantBased, nutritionally rich and balanced meals are served.   These little houses are Cape Dutch style little gems and mostly have 2 en suite bedrooms. 

Boggoms Bay
Boggomsbaai is a small tranquil seaside village located close to Mossel Bay on the Garden Route.  (65kms from George Airport)   A major drawcard to this village is the long sandy beach, quite remote with fantastic birdlife and providing endless hours of relaxation.  The beach forms part of the Oyster Catcher Trail, a five day very popular hiking trail renowned for the spectacular coastal views.    Boggomsbaai is environmentally conscious with many features in place to protect the plants and sand dunes of the area.  Residents are friendly and welcoming to visitors.  There are no shops in the village so visitors should ensure they are sufficiently stocked with refreshments for their trip.   Fishing is a favourite past-time here and be sure to keep a look out for the little creatures that roam the village from tortoises to buck!  Whales can be spotted from the beach in season.

Elevation: 12 m
Area: 197 ha
Weather: Coastal - Mostly Cool and Sunny
Population: 69 (2011)
Province: Western Cape
Municipality: Mossel Bay Local Municipality

Lymphatic Drainage

Lymph drainage massage is not the typical massage of the skin and muscles, it is a very complex process. The pressure is very light / softer than the weight of a coin, just the opposite of a deep massage, using firm/continuous pressure. If the pressure is too hard, the lymphatic system will shift and not be affected, it is directly below the skin.

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What is the importance of regular lymph drainage?

Lymph drainage therapy helps to circulate body fluids, stimulates the functioning of the immune system, and promotes a state of relaxation and balance within the autonomic nervous system.  After any kind of surgery the lymph system is especially overloaded with eliminating excess fluids and toxic removal.

What to expect after a lymphatic drainage:

• Reduction in edema (swelling) and lymph-edema of various causes

• Detoxification of the body

• Repairs / renewal of tissue (e.g. burns and pre- and post surgical scars) and anti-aging effects

• Relief of chronic inflammation and conditions such as acne, eczema and allergies

• Immune system stimulation, for preventive and therapeutic effects

• Reduction in the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia

• Relief of chronic pain

• Deep relaxation relieves: insomnia, depression, tension, but cell energy increases and memory loss improves

• Anti-spastic response mechanisms that bring relief to conditions such as random or involuntary muscle hypertonicity

• Reduction of fat and cellulite tissue

• Contributes to weight loss 

How do you know if you are suffering from lymphatics congestion?

• stiffness, especially in the morning
• fatigue
• Itchy and dry skin
• bloating
• breast swelling with each cycle
• holding onto water
• Brain fog
• swollen glands
• stubborn weight gain
• chronic sinusitis, sore throats, colds, ear infections
• cold hands and feet

Opening up your lymphatic tunnels is also crucial / very supportive before you jump into any other type of cleansing program.

Take time and support your body.

Integrated Health and Natural Wellness, Mossel Bay

Meaning of Integrative Medicine

'Integrative (or integrated) medicine is the ‘deliberate practice of medicine that selectively incorporates concepts, values and practices of complementary, alternative and orthodox medicine into comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans.’ It is not just an amalgam of orthodox medicine and complementary /alternative medicine (CAM). Rather, it emphasizes wellness and healing of the entire person as the primary outcome, rather than disease and therapy.  It regards the patient in his or her entirety, not only as a physical body, but with mental and spiritual dimensions as well.  All of these are recognized, and involved in diagnosis and treatment whenever appropriate. 

Furthermore, integrative medicine is concerned with encouraging individual responsibility for one’s own health, and tries to avoid the more authoritarian approach generally adopted in orthodox medicine. 

Finally, it accepts that the sources of good medical practice can arise from either orthodox medicine or CAM, or from both in combination. In short, integrative medicine is a partnership of equals, with the patient and the practitioner involved in the development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan, not just the patient’s immediate ailment.

Confusion can arise regarding the term ‘holistic health’.  How does integrative medicine square with ‘holistic health’, a term which is used extensively here in South Africa and elsewhere?  Holistic health is, according to the American Holistic Medical Association, ‘the state of well-being in which an individual’s body, mind, emotions and spirit are in tune with the natural, cosmic and social environment’. Holistic medicine therefore takes into account the physical, mental, spiritual and social factors in the patient’s illness, rather than just the disease which has been diagnosed. In other words, it has as its basic tenet the optimum health of the individual, not simply the absence of illness. Holism, therefore, is a central axiom of integrative medicine.'

Here in my practice I often say W(H)olistic - to emphasize the WHOLE (Body, Mind and Spirit) and including the whole story, the cause... it explains the effect clearly.

'One feature of integrative medicine is that it considers the origins of disease to be multi factorial in nature, possibly embracing genetic, physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual elements. An integrative medicine approach therefore seeks to identify multiple origins of a disease, and, ideally, address them all as necessary.'

As a result, the range of options in the practice of integrative medicine can go beyond standard orthodox therapeutic practice. It can transcend the patient’s spiritual life and social relationships, employ mind-body.  Often times, Spirituality exceeds in power over orthodox psychology.