Sanivan Wisdom - Spring 2015

Dear Friends, I have been enjoying the hibernation aspect of this snowy winter, but now I’m ready to embrace spring and move outward both literally and spiritually. As soon as the snow melts we will shift outside to prepare our peace garden for the planting season ahead. Our new sprouts have to be started indoors where they will be nurtured with light and warmth in order to promote healthy growth. That’s what this period of late winter is all about: preparation and nourishment. I would like to invite you to our experiential learning projects and cleanse retreats at Sanivan. Now is the perfect time to recharge before the busy warm months set in. Join us as we embrace the spring with new events and special offers to create an affordable and nurturing getaway!

Namaste, Saniye & Ivan

Save 25% with the Work Program April 25–May 9, 2015 If you need an affordable getaway, we welcome you to join our Work Program where you can help us clear the grounds and prep the garden for planting. You can save 25% on your accommodation rate for visits lasting anywhere from 2 days to 2 weeks. Work may consist of raking, garden prep, or light cleaning; it will take 2–4 hours per day. Book Now   Juice Fast Detox Retreat March 21–28, 2015 Experience a deep cleanse to restore your body’s natural vitality. This is a holistic approach to healing your body mind and soul. Your stay will include a free spa treatment (facial, massage or shiatsu) with a minimum of 2 nights. Book Now   Wheatgrass Growing Workshop May 16–May 23, 2015 Learn to grow your own wheatgrass during your visit to Sanivan! We will teach you how to sprout wheat berries, plant them and use grass to make juice. Wheatgrass juice helps to detoxify the blood and stimulate the body's metabolism; it is a virtual storehouse of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and chlorophyll. Learn more.   Super Tonic Recipe The Cure-All and Immune support Master Tonic that is Anti-Viral, Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Fungal and Anti-Parasitical.  It helps with the sniffles and the most severe of infections. Get the Recipe

Sanivan Raw Curry Plantain

This delicious curry dish is a surprising combination of flavors like no other. Packed with Dulse flakes, it is high in Iodine, protein and minerals. We love to serve it with salad and other light raw dishes for a satisfying raw meal.

Main Ingredients

2-3 Ripe Plantains

2 Tablespoons Dulse Flakes

1 Bunch of Scallions

1 Hand full of Cilantro



Dressing Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Curry Muchi Powder

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

2 Tablespoons Lime Juice


Download the complete instructions!
A special thanks to Aris LaTham for inspiring this delicious Caribbean Dish.

More about Ohashiatsu

You may have seen us write about Shiatsu before in our article “Beyond shiatsu with the Ohashiatsu Method.” It's a popular favorite modality among our guests for sure. If you'd like to see it in action, check out this video!

Happy Thanksgiving from Sanivan

This is taken from our latest issue of the Sanivan Wisdom Newsletter.
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There is that magic of anticipation and excitement in the air this week as we approach Thanksgiving. People will celebrate with their families and friends.  Lets start with gratitude; as we spend time with our loved ones over the coming days.

Just what I am grateful for in my life?  Gratitude is all about appreciating the things we have in our lives... Are we even aware of the goodness all around us?...the fact that we are breathing and writing and reading these words is a marvel in itself.  How often we take something for granted and then miss it as soon as it has gone.  Many times a loved one leaves us only for us to wish we had told them just how much they meant to us.

Healing with Colon Cleanses, Gallbladder and Liver Flushes - By: Saniye Gungor

This month's theme is all about independence, responsibility, freedom, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Yet, without our health, we have nothing, least of all our personal freedom. Dr. Richard Schulze, naturopathic doctor and author of 'There Are No Incurable Diseases', fearlessly believes and has physically proven that, "Your body has the ability to heal itself completely of any disease” (Schulze, p. 20).