Pizhichil - an ayurvedic application where warm oil from the...

PALAKKAD, KERALA, INDIA - 2004/03/01: Pizhichil - an ayurvedic application where warm oil from the hands of two therapists is simultaneously poured over the body in rhythmic streams. Pizhichil is used in panchakarma treatment, to melt lymphatic blockages and release toxins to be later flushed out - at Kalari Kovilakom. India's 5000 year old health discipline, Ayurveda is in the midst of a renaissance. Spurred on by the recent boom in spa tourism, ayurvedic applications can now be found almost everywhere; from a beach resort in Mexico to the shelves of the Body Shop. But it is in Kerala where the real renaissance is happening, a plethora of plush ayurvedic resorts catering for foreigners recently opening their doors. But offering short courses, and some cutting corners, purists feel these resorts are jeopardising ayurveda's authenticity. Recently opened, CGH Earth's new property, Kalari Kovilakom is the most authentic ayurvedic resort in Kerala. There is no alcohol, meat, sugar or caffeine; guests aren't allowed to wear shoes or any non-cotton material and have to check in for a minimum of two weeks, sticking to the principals of the health science. (Photo by Leisa Tyler/LightRocket via Getty Images)
PALAKKAD, KERALA, INDIA - 2004/03/01: Pizhichil - an ayurvedic application where warm oil from the hands of two therapists is simultaneously poured over the body in rhythmic streams. Pizhichil is used in panchakarma treatment, to melt lymphatic blockages and release toxins to be later flushed out - at Kalari Kovilakom. India's 5000 year old health discipline, Ayurveda is in the midst of a renaissance. Spurred on by the recent boom in spa tourism, ayurvedic applications can now be found almost everywhere; from a beach resort in Mexico to the shelves of the Body Shop. But it is in Kerala where the real renaissance is happening, a plethora of plush ayurvedic resorts catering for foreigners recently opening their doors. But offering short courses, and some cutting corners, purists feel these resorts are jeopardising ayurveda's authenticity. Recently opened, CGH Earth's new property, Kalari Kovilakom is the most authentic ayurvedic resort in Kerala. There is no alcohol, meat, sugar or caffeine; guests aren't allowed to wear shoes or any non-cotton material and have to check in for a minimum of two weeks, sticking to the principals of the health science. (Photo by Leisa Tyler/LightRocket via Getty Images)
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