First Ayurvedic Cannabis Wellness Retreat Debuts in Asia

Poonthottam Ayurvedasram has debuted AyurCann: Ayurvedic Cannabis Therapies, Asia's first Ayurvedic Cannabis Wellness Retreat.

Poonthottam Ayurvedasram creates new-age methods of treatment by combining ancient Ayurvedic systems with modern technological advancements. The heritage center is a clean and comfortable asram hospital with 28 rooms, surrounded by the medicinal herb garden of about 200 different types of plants.The destination is working with the Bombay Hemp Company (BOHECO), India's industrial hemp and medical cannabis company, to create unique AyurCann therapies. 

AyurCann provides the therapeutic benefits of authentic Ayurvedic treatments combined with propriety cannabis- and hemp-based products. The programs last either 14 or 21 days to ensure that the remedies receive adequate time to show efficacy and become a part of the guests' daily lifestyle.

AyurCann therapies are designed to address all the six dimensions of health: physical, intellectual, emotional, environmental, social and spiritual. Offerings include Abhyangam, Patra Pinda Sveda, Taila, Dhaara and other traditional therapies, along with guided yoga. The programs also involve diagnosis, treatment and mindfulness exercises to understand the distinctive psyche of each participant. 

Cannabis-based offerings  include  Avyatha, a pain management program; Mukta, a stress management program; and Nidra, a sleep wellness program. "AyurCann brings together the best of both worlds, cannabis and Ayurvedic therapies," said Yash P. Kotak, cofounder of Bombay Hemp Company. "Cannabis is mentioned in Ayurvedic texts for its healing and therapeutic benefits, and now Ayurvedic practitioners and healers can explore the extent of its benefits at Poonthottam."