Post-Retreat Nutrition: Sustain Healthy Eating Habits After Your Wellness Trip

Joining a wellness retreat can be a life-changing decision in terms of one’s overall well-being. You feel fresh, energized, and develop healthy eating and lifestyle habits. But what happens when you return to your regular routine? Many people tend to leave those healthy habits over time, but that shouldn’t be the case. Your goal should be to sustain those healthy habits even when the retreat ends. 

Sustaining these habits is all about staying consistent with what you learned during your wellness trip. The team at The Farm encourages our guests to continue the same lifestyle afterwards. 

Understanding the Importance of Post-Retreat Nutrition

During a wellness retreat, your body and mind go through a complete reset. Your metabolism is rebooted, which further improves your immune system. You get to eat clean and fresh food, stay active, and become more mindful of your dining choices. 

But when you return to your regular routine, it is common to follow the same old eating habits again, especially if you don’t give a thought to post-retreat nutrition. Therefore, having a simple post-retreat nutrition plan is key. It helps you stay on track and continue the healthy wellness trip habits.

How to Sustain Healthy Eating Habits After a Wellness Retreat?

Here are a few factors to consider when planning on post-retreat nutrition:

1. Opt For Organic Foods

Try to choose organic fruits, vegetables, and whole grains when possible. These foods are rich in nutrition, free from harmful chemicals, and gentle on your digestive system. To sustain healthy eating habits, try to incorporate more raw foods in your diet, i.e. try to consume foods in their original form. 

At the Farm, most dishes served across all five restaurants, especially ALIVE!, are prepared using raw and organic, locally-sourced ingredients. Even if the cooking is involved, it’s done below 40°C to preserve the original nutrients. You can take inspiration from The Farm’s RAW! book to prepare healthful dishes that are delectable, fresh, and easy.

2. Practice Mindful Eating

Nowadays, we rarely eat without screens in front of our eyes. However, you must be aware that this is an unhealthy eating habit. When planning on post-retreat nutrition, it’s not just about what you eat, but also how and when you eat. 

Try to slow down and enjoy every meal. Notice how your food tastes, smells, and makes you feel when you have a bite of it. Mindful eating helps prevent overeating and makes you feel more satisfied with the food. Rather than eating in a hurry or eating in front of TV, dedicate proper time and attention to your meals.

3. Stay Hydrated

Drink plenty of water throughout the day. You can also consider having fresh fruit/vegetable juice everyday to maintain proper hydration as well as nutrition in your body. Hydration is important for several aspects of your health and well-being. It helps keep your energy levels up, improves digestion, and keeps your body balanced. That’s why wellness retreats emphasize on hydration and encourage participants to develop a lifelong habit of drinking enough water. 

4. Avoid Processed Foods or Foods With Added Sugars

There is no doubt that processed snacks and sugary drinks may be tempting and can make you feel good in the short-term. But they can leave you feeling tired and bloated, which further impacts your productivity and stress levels. Also, the long-term negative health impacts of these foods cannot be overlooked. 

Therefore, try to stick to fresh and unprocessed foods as much as possible. There are healthy alternatives to almost everything. For example:

• Instead of white bread or white rice, you can opt for whole grain bread or brown rice, respectively.
• Go for baked or grilled foods instead of deep-fried ones. 
• Instead of sugary soda or sweetened beverages, try sparkling water or other beverages with no added sugar. 

Replace those unhealthy ingredients with the nutritious ones and prepare your own version of tasty dishes. 

5. Incorporate Superfoods in Your Diet

Add superfoods like chia seeds, avocados, berries, nuts, and leafy greens to your meals. They give your body extra vitamins and minerals to keep you strong and healthy. Having a handful of nuts every morning can keep you energized throughout the day. Similarly, consuming soaked chia seeds in the morning can have plenty of benefits for your skin and digestive system. 

6. Stay Connected With Your Retreat Community

You can create online groups with like-minded people whom you meet during your wellness trip. Having a ‘community’ can encourage you to keep going and continue healthy eating habits even after the retreat ends. 

Stay in touch with fellow guests or wellness coaches to stay motivated and inspired. You can share your progress, healthy recipes, etc, in the group and motivate each other. You can even opt for wellness retreats together in the future whenever you feel like your body deserves another wellness break. 

Continue Your Wellness Journey at The Farm 

If you are planning to go on a wellness trip or feel like you need a reset again, The Farm can be the perfect choice. With multidimensional wellness programs, luxury accommodation options, and wellness restaurants to support your nutritional needs, The Farm is a one-stop solution for those who need an escape from the digital life to focus on their well-being. 

You are also attended by nutritionists through one-to-one consultations to guide you on how to plan post-retreat nutrition. Whether you’re planning a second visit or looking for guidance, our experts can help you stay on your wellness journey.