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Natural power
Around the world, different natural ingredients are said to hold different powers and one of the most popular ways in which to harness this power is through juices and drinks. Whether its Spanish pomegranate juice, known for its high amounts of natural antioxidants, or yogurt-based lassi drinks in India as a delicious remedy for indigestion, beverages can provide us with a healthy boost of nutrition. At Raffles hotels, guests can find flavourful and nutrient-rich options combining ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, such as healing golden turmeric lattes, warm chocolate tahini milk with raw cacao powder to support restful sleep, and energizing juices made with cucumber, celery and Thai basil.
Take a breath
The average adult takes on average, between 17,000–30,000 breaths per day. However, it’s only when we concentrate on taking active, deep inhales and exhales that we appreciate how our breath can be used as a tool to help improve our bodily health. Elif Clarke, Co-Chair of the Transformational Breath Foundation UK, works with her patients to unlock their most effective breathing by encouraging them to connect with their respiratory system in a mindful way. This type of breathing not only opens up and corrects inefficient breathing, it’s also safe and the beneficial results are permanent.
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transformationalbreath.co.uk
Healing herbs
Plants have incredible healing properties and have long been used as a source of inspiration and scientific research for dermatologists within the beauty industry. Situated in idyllic tropical surrounds, Raffles Hainan offers treatments with an emphasis on healing botanicals, such as the anti-bacterial and purifying properties of lavender, tea tree and orange flower used in the deep cleansing facial, as well as a potent combination of restorative plant extracts used in the ultimate aromatherapy facial. Feel the benefits of flower-powered remedies.
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raffles.com/hainan
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