Bali Detox and Raw Food Retreats

Ubud has become synonymous with juice fasting and raw vegan retreats costing $2,000-5,000 per week. Participants endure extreme caloric restriction marketed as "cellular detoxification" while the tropical setting provides the mood boost misattributed to the diet. Gastroenterologists note these programs risk nutrient deficiency, muscle wasting, and refeeding syndrome upon return to normal eating.