The Ayuh Wellness Winter 2012 Cleanse – With Talya Lutzker, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner

Why We Cleanse
The Ayuh Wellness Winter Cleanse takes place January 29-31st.

Learn more at the Informational night Wednesday, January 11 at 5-6pm!

Cleansing – especially with structure and support - is one of the best places to start taking action towards greater health and vitality.

Although it may be challenging at first, the rewards outweigh the “sacrifice” of cleansing, as you will see…

• Wash the body “from the inside out”
• Reset our sensitivity to hunger and understand our cravings better
• Allow the digestive system to rest; gaining more energy, improving body awareness
• Benefits include: clear skin, weight loss, increased energy, better sleep and reduced pain such as headaches and general fatigue

Regular cleansing may even help reverse diabetes, lower cholesterol, and prevent diseases like cancer and heart disease.

How We Cleanse

The simplest way to approach a cleanse is by simplifying and
purifying your diet.

Ayurveda rests on the premise that our digestive system is the root of our vital health.

What do we mean by a “clean” diet? Cleansing foods are virtually free of substances that contribute to improper digestion. In Ayurveda, the term “ama” refers to all “toxic” waste buildup in the body, some indications that you have excess ama is a tendency towards indigestion, allergies, frequent colds or flu, chronic yeast issues, candida, certain food intolerances, acne and other skin issues.

“Ama” is a natural result of frequent overeating or eating excess animal protein, dairy, sugar, processed foods, flours, salt and breads into the body.

Informational Meeting:

Find out if this cleanse is right for you!
Wednesday, January 11th 5-6pm, FREE

• Meet Talya Lutzker, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Nutritional Counselor & Caterer/Chef
• Receive Pre-Registration Discount ( $65 Pre-Registration Discount (offered Jan 11th only))
• Learn about decreasing toxins, six organs of elimination, & stimulating removal of toxins in the body
• Learn why cleansing is an Anti-Aging practice

Cleanse Registration January 12th-24th

Cleanse Orientation and Kick-Off:
Saturday, January 28th, 12:30-2:30

• Ayurvedic catered lunch (DELICIOUS!)
• Details of 3 day Ayurvedic food-based cleanse
• Cleanse Manual & recipes
• Ask questions, join together as community
• Mandatory for all registered cleansers

Monday, January 30th: Teleconference call, for all cleansers- 8pm

This is a starter cleanse and great for anyone interested in "cleaning up their diet" and learning about
Ayurveda. “Talya has a wonderful way about her and eases people into healthy life styles with grace.”

Costs of Cleanse
$65 Pre-Registration Discount (offered Jan 11th only)
$90 for Ayuh Students
Includes Orientation workshop, Ayurvedic Cleanse Manual & Recipes, Ayurvedic catered lunch,
daily email support, & 1/30 teleconference call.


Our Cleanse Program provides support!

• Group Orientation Meeting,
• Catered Orientation Ayurvedic luncheon
• Teleconference call
• Daily email encouragement
• Cleanse binder with detailed information, suggestions & recipes

Our Cleanse includes meal plans, shopping lists and simple recipes to help you implement this healthful diet. Our cleanse focuses on what you CAN have - whole, delicious food (not supplements, fasting or calorie restriction) and community support. We designed this cleanse so that it is accessible to people who are new to cleansing, and effective for people long familiar with the cleansing process. We encourage you to continue with yoga as a lifestyle choice.

This cleanse was developed through extensive research on cleansing and successful cleansing regimes. It has also been designed based on Talya’s 10 years experience in offering Ayurvedic nutritional guidance and instruction. She is also the author of “Talya’s Kitchen Ayurvedic Cookbook” and has been taught cleansing cooking classes since 2004.

Recommended Reading:
“Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing” by Vasant Lad
“Talya’s Kitchen Ayurvedic Cookbook” by Talya Lutzker
“If the Buddha Came to Dinner: How to Nourish Your Body to Awaken
Your Spirit” by Hale Sofia Schatz

Copyright Talya’s Kitchen 2009. www.TalyasKitchen.com

A Little Shout Out to Spring

Spring is the season of awakening. Take some time out and look around! Nature is alive with blossoms, green trees, singing birds, buzzing bees, consistent visits from the sun, and smiling faces. 

Following the shorter, darker days of winter, and heavier foods, the exhilarating energy of spring brings cravings for freshness, cleansing, and rejuvenation. Even the local produce available is stocked with fruits and vegetables full of vibrant colors just asking to be eaten! Have you seen the farmers market lately?

This time of year is the body’s natural time for cleansing and detoxification. A spring detox revives your energy, brightens our complexion, and strengthens our immune systems while helping us lose all that excess winter weight and eliminate toxins. Who wants any of that hanging around?

• Give your body a break by eating less.
• Avoid heavy, rich foods that are hard to digest.
•  Cook with spices like coriander, fennel, cumin, and turmeric to enhance digestion and brighten your skin.
• Cut out coffee and add in more cleansing teas, such as ginger or clove.
•  Increase the amount of wholesome spring veggies in your diet
• Hydrate with water and flush out toxins. (Tip: Squeeze an entire lemon to a glass of water first thing in the morning to  cleanse your liver, kidneys, and colon.)

Nothing makes a good detox more fun than making a smoothie or juicing some fruits and veggies. Here are a couple recipes to help you kick start your spring detox:

Peach Berry Cocktail

 2 peaches, cut in half, seeds removed

1 orange, peeled with a vegetable peeler keeping as much pith on as possible

1/2 cup blueberries, raspberries, or cherries, pitted

Push fruit through the juicer.  Then add 1/2 cup purified water to dilute.

Cleansing Spring Smoothie

8 oz. coconut water
4 oz. filtered water
1 tsp. organic extra virgin coconut oil
1 Tbsp. organic flax seeds, ground
2 Tbsp. raw psyllium husk flakes (found at Whole Foods or supplement stores)
1 c. frozen organic raspberries
½ c. frozen organic blueberries
1 scoop green powder (Amazing Grass is a good one!)
½ c. organic frozen spinach
1 scoop organic brown rice protein powder

Blend all ingredients. Add water to achieve desired consistency.