WEIGHT LOSS & FASTING DHARANA WELLNESS AT SHILLIM

India

This holistic haven is set in 2,000 acres of lush gardens, forest, paddy fields and bamboo plantations. On one side you have a pizza trattoria, bars and an infinity pool; on the other Dharana Wellness, a child-free (and mobile-free) zone where rejuvenation of mind, body and soul follows ancient Ayurvedic principles (especially the food, most of which is grown organically on site – expect plant-based thalis and soups). Weight loss here tackles the spiritual and physical, melding meditation and pranayama, and panchakarma, an intense Ayurvedic detox that works wonders. Healing Holidays offers a seven-night Weight Management programme from £3,455pp, including flights and transfers. healingholidays.com; dharanaretreat.com

Single rooms from €210 for two nights. Four-day Detox Retreat with doctor from €1,460. hotelpostbezau.com/en

Week-long packages from €3,247pp (excluding Mayr medication). park-igls.at

BUCHINGER WILHELMI AT LAKE CONSTANCE

Germany

There is more to fasting than weight loss, as Dr Otto Buchinger – who devised his method here more than a century ago to cure his rheumatoid arthritis – knew well. Steel yourself: it’s a diet of vegetable broths, juices and herbal teas, the only “solid” being a laxative. The team comprises eight doctors who span specialisms, as well as massage therapists, counsellors, nutritionists and personal trainers. They like you to commit to 10 days for a lasting difference.

Ten-day programmes from £2,340pp, including two consultations with a doctor, daily check-ups with a nurse, food/drink and activities. buchinger-wilhelmi.com

The Four Seasons Resort at Landaa Giraavaru, in the Maldives, will bend your body as well as your mind Delicacies like this provide food for thought on a meditative break with Dharana Wellness at Shillim, in India