From Chronic Illness to Clarity: My Journey into Naturopathic Medicine and Water Fasting in Hawaii
Water Fasting Retreat in Hawaii: My Naturopathic Healing Journey
Are you searching for a water fasting retreat in Hawaii that supports deep healing, natural detox, and spiritual clarity? My personal and professional path into naturopathic medicine—and eventually guiding fasting retreats in Hawaii—began with one truth: the body is designed to heal itself.
From a young age, I was fascinated by the idea that food and nature’s wisdom could restore balance without relying ondrugs or surgery. Over time, this belief deepened, and eventually, it led me to naturopathic medical school.
Listening to the Body, Not Just the Symptoms
At the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, I discovered that symptoms are not problems to silence—they’re messages. Instead of masking discomfort, we ask:
- What is the body trying to say?
- What’s the least invasive path to support healing?
Because of this root-cause approach, I now help patients reconnect with their body’s signals. In particular, those seeking a water fasting retreat in Hawaii benefit from this shift in perspective.
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Toxins and the Root of Chronic Illness
As I continued studying, it became clear: toxicity is a major root cause of illness. Toxins from processed foods, polluted air, and contaminated water drive inflammation that contributes to nearly every chronic disease.
After graduation, I moved to the Big Island of Hawaii to immerse myself in detox therapy—using organic juices, colon hydrotherapy, and food as medicine. Since then, I’ve seen dramatic changes in my patients’ energy, digestion, and mental clarity.
Fasting as a Healing Catalyst
Eventually, I trained at TrueNorth Health Center, the world’s leading supervised fasting clinic. Over two years, I supervised 7,000+ patient fasting days.
Here’s what I witnessed:
✅ Inflammation reversed
✅ Energy rebounded
✅ Autoimmune conditions improved
✅ Cravings vanished
Clearly, fasting is one of the most powerful and affordable healing tools available. When paired with proper nutrition and lifestyle coaching, it becomes a doorway to transformation.
Building a Water Fasting Retreat in Hawaii
Today, I run a personalized water fasting retreat in Hawaii that blends:
- A peaceful, natural setting
- Medically supervised fasting or whole-food detox
- Colon hydrotherapy and optional IV support
- Mind-body healing and spiritual renewal
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You Were Designed to Heal
Ultimately, this journey has transformed my life—and I’m honored to walk with others. Whether you’re facing chronic illness, burnout, or simply want to reconnect with yourself, there is a path forward.
The human body is miraculous. And with the right tools, you can heal.
Let’s begin,
Dr. Michaela Watts, ND