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AYURVEDIC DETOXIFICATION

Detox That Actually Reaches the Cells

Modern detox protocols mostly clear the plumbing. Classical Ayurvedic detoxification reaches the deeper tissues – where accumulated toxins have quietly settled for years – and clears them without damaging the gut.

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THE FIVE STAGES

What a Real Detox Looks Like

Detoxification in Ayurveda is not a juice cleanse — it is a carefully staged programme with preparation, action and recovery.

Deepana / Pachana

Digestive-fire strengthening and metabolic waste digestion. The first stage prepares the tissues to release what they have been holding.

Snehana

Internal oleation with medicated ghee to loosen deep-tissue toxins so they can move to the channels of elimination.

Swedana

Medicated steam that opens the channels and pores. Prepares the body for the main procedure.

Pradhana Karma

The main procedure – Vamana, Virechana or Basti as indicated by your dosha profile.

Paschat Karma

Recovery diet, herbal support and lifestyle guidance so the reset holds.

THE CLASSICAL SYSTEM

Panchakarma: The Five Actions

Panchakarma is a Sanskrit word that translates to “five actions,” involving a series of five treatments:

1

Vamana

Therapeutic emesis, for Kapha-driven conditions.

2

Virechana

Therapeutic purgation, for Pitta-driven conditions.

3

Basti

Medicated enema, considered the king of Panchakarma therapies.

4

Nasya

Nasal administration, clearing the head channels.

5

Raktamokshana

Controlled bloodletting, for specific blood-related conditions.

Your doctor selects the specific action, or combination, based on your dosha imbalance rather than applying the same protocol to everyone.

CHOOSE YOUR MODULE

Programme Duration Options

The classical 21-day cycle remains the most complete option, but it isn’t the only one:

21-Day Programme

The full classical cycle, for a complete reset.

14-Day Programme

A shorter but still structured module for a meaningful reset without the full time commitment.

7-Day Programme

A lighter reset, useful for maintenance or when time is limited.

Recovery Therapies at Home

Select recovery-phase therapies available at home on request, after your main procedure is complete under clinical supervision.

Your doctor recommends the right duration for your goals at consultation — not the other way around.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Is Detox Right for You

A structured detox programme is worth considering if any of this sounds familiar:

Persistent Bloating, Sluggish Digestion, or a Coated Tongue

Signs that Ama (undigested metabolic waste) has been accumulating quietly.

Fatigue That Doesn't Improve With Rest or Sleep

A heaviness that feels systemic rather than just tiredness.

Weight That Won't Shift Despite Diet and Exercise

A metabolism that seems to have stalled.

Skin That's Lost Its Clarity

Dullness, breakouts, or pigmentation — surface symptoms of deeper tissue-level accumulation.

A History of Repeated Short-Term Cleanses That Don't Hold

Juice cleanses or fasts that gave temporary results but nothing lasting.

Wanting a Structured Reset After Poor Lifestyle Habits

Travel, stress, or indulgence that’s left you wanting to properly recalibrate.

Individualised Detox

At Shathayu, we extensively assess individuals’ constitutions (Prakriti), imbalances (Vikriti), and specific health goals to customise Panchakarma procedures. It’s important to note that detoxification treatments in Ayurveda are not suitable for everyone, as they may cause side effects when performed without understanding the relation between their effects and the body’s constitution.

Consult our experts to undergo a health assessment and receive individualised detoxification.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

When We Ask You to Wait

A structured detox programme is best postponed or approached with extra caution in a few situations:

Pregnancy

Acute infection, fever, or an active inflammatory flare-up

Severe general debility or very low body weight

Uncontrolled cardiac conditions, without prior physician clearance

Immediately after major surgery, without prior physician clearance

Children and the elderly, except under close individualised supervision

This is exactly what the Prakriti-Vikriti assessment at consultation is designed to catch before any procedure is scheduled.

WHY IT WORKS

Benefits of Detox

  • Enhances the body's natural immune system
  • Energises and regulates all biological functions
  • Improves skin
  • Helps in weight loss

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Detox Treatment Cost in Bangalore

What a detox programme costs depends on the duration you choose (7, 14, or 21 days) and the specific procedures your doctor recommends. Your clinic confirms the exact price at consultation, before any programme is booked.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why We're the Right Choice

Thousands of patients across Bangalore trust Shathayu for authentic Ayurvedic care here’s why.

Government Recognised

AYUSH Ministry listed. Licensed Ayurvedic medical institution operating since 1901.

Qualified and MD Doctors

Every consultation is with an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya. 50+ specialists, 16 clinics.

No Side Effects

100% classical formulations. No steroids, no chemical fillers. Pure Ayurveda safe and lasting.

In-house Medicines

All herbal formulations prepared in Shathayu’s own facility. Strict quality control no third-party fillers, no shortcuts.

Government Recognised

AYUSH Ministry listed. Licensed Ayurvedic medical institution operating since 1901.

Qualified and MD Doctors

Every consultation is with an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya. 50+ specialists, 16 clinics.

No Side Effects

100% classical formulations. No steroids, no chemical fillers. Pure Ayurveda safe and lasting.

In-house Medicines

All herbal formulations prepared in Shathayu’s own facility. Strict quality control no third-party fillers, no shortcuts.

YOUR CARE TEAM

Meet the Vaidyas

Dr. Krupa T. Y.

Dr. Krupa T. Y.

BAMS | 8 Years | Shathayu Banashankari

Specialises in Panchakarma with a specific clinical focus on metabolic and lifestyle disorders — obesity, PCOD, Type 2 diabetes — combined with personalised diet and millet-based lifestyle guidance.

Dr. Sushmitha Nayak

Dr. Sushmitha Nayak

BAMS, MD (Panchakarma, ongoing) | 4 Years | Shathayu Sadashivanagar

Currently pursuing her postgraduate studies in Panchakarma, with clinical interests in preventive healthcare and classical Panchakarma therapies delivered with an individualised, constitution-first approach.

Dr. Pranamya Rao

Dr. Pranamya Rao

BAMS, PG Diploma in Clinical Research | 4.5 Years | Shathayu Banashankari

Focuses on women’s health and Ayurvedic skincare, with a holistic approach that treats diet, lifestyle, and yoga as core parts of healing rather than an afterthought to medicines and Panchakarma.

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REAL REVIEWS

What Our Patients Say

★★★★★

“I have taken detox and weight loss treatment. After 2 months I’ve reduced almost 7 KG and my acidity symptoms are reduced. I feel energetic and active than before. Dr. Abhijit explains the symptoms and root cause clearly and suggests the right treatment.”

Rachana MT

★★★★★

“Had been for Signature Weight loss and Detox which resulted in great change in my healthy life style. Very Friendly Staff and thank you so much Shathayu!”

Gautam N

★★★★★

“Very good experience, I got pregnant after taking detox treatment from here. I would suggest to take the treatment from this center.”

Sreelakshmi Kb

BEFORE YOU BOOK

Ayurvedic Detox — FAQs

Ayurvedic detoxification, most commonly delivered through Panchakarma, is a staged programme that strengthens digestion, loosens deep-tissue toxins with internal oleation and steam, then eliminates them through a main procedure suited to your constitution, followed by a structured recovery diet. It’s a supervised medical process, not a juice cleanse.
It moves through five stages: Deepana/Pachana to strengthen digestion, Snehana (internal oleation) and Swedana (steam) to loosen toxins, a Pradhana Karma main procedure (Vamana, Virechana, or Basti) to eliminate them, and Paschat Karma — a staged recovery diet and lifestyle guidance — to help the reset hold.
A full assessment of your Prakriti (constitution) and Vikriti (current imbalance), a personalised procedure plan, the 5-stage protocol itself, in-house prepared herbal medicines, and post-programme diet and lifestyle guidance — all under the supervision of an MD or BAMS-qualified vaidya.
Reported benefits include a stronger immune system, better-regulated digestion and metabolism, clearer skin, support for sustainable weight loss, and a general sense of lightness and energy that most patients describe as different from a typical short-term cleanse.
Panchakarma — literally “five actions” — is the classical detoxification system behind most Ayurvedic detox programmes. It includes Vamana, Virechana, Basti, Nasya, and Raktamokshana, and your doctor selects the specific action or combination based on your dosha imbalance.
21 days is the classical duration for a complete Panchakarma cycle — long enough to properly prepare the tissues (Purva Karma), carry out the main elimination procedure, and stage the recovery diet without rushing it. Shorter 7 and 14-day modules are also available for less intensive resets.
Every programme starts with an assessment of your Prakriti and Vikriti, so the specific procedure, herbal formulations, and duration are chosen for your constitution and current imbalance rather than applied as a fixed protocol to everyone.
Most adults dealing with sluggish digestion, unexplained fatigue, stalled weight loss, or a general sense of toxin build-up can benefit. It’s not universally suitable, though — see the contraindications above, and your doctor confirms suitability at consultation.
When supervised by a qualified Ayurvedic physician who has properly assessed your constitution, yes. It’s specifically unsupervised or generic “detox” protocols — done without understanding how they interact with your body type — that carry risk, which is exactly why Shathayu doesn’t offer detox as a self-directed programme.
Some mild tiredness during the Snehana (oleation) phase is normal and expected — it’s part of the process working. Most patients report feeling progressively lighter and more energetic as the programme moves into its later stages, not weaker.
Weight loss varies by individual and isn’t the primary goal of a classical detox programme, but it’s a commonly reported outcome — real patients have described results in the range of 7 to 14 kg over a few months when detox is combined with the accompanying diet and lifestyle guidance.
Yes — 7-day and 14-day modules are available for a lighter reset when the full 21-day cycle isn’t practical. Your doctor will advise which duration actually fits your goals rather than defaulting to the shortest option.
Select therapies and post-programme rejuvenation support can be arranged at home on request — useful for patients continuing a recovery phase after their main procedure. The core Pradhana Karma stage is always done under clinical supervision.
Many patients see visible improvement in skin clarity, since Ayurveda treats persistent dullness, breakouts, and pigmentation as downstream signs of internal toxin accumulation rather than purely topical issues.
A juice cleanse mainly rests the digestive system for a few days. Ayurvedic detox works at a deeper tissue level — loosening and actually eliminating accumulated toxins through a structured medical procedure, with a staged recovery diet designed to make the results last rather than rebound.
Your consultation will cover this in detail, but generally a few days of lighter, warmer, easily digestible food and avoiding alcohol and heavy exercise beforehand helps your body respond better to the Purva Karma preparation stage.

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16 CLINICS ACROSS BANGALORE

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Authentic Ayurveda is never far away. Walk in at any of our 16 Bangalore centres or book a free consultation and we’ll guide you to the one nearest you.

JP Nagar

#1300, 9th Cross Rd, Phase 1, JP Nagar, Bengaluru 560078

Whitefield

620, 1st Main Rd, AECS Layout C Block, Marathahalli, Bengaluru 560037

Chandra Layout

#115, 4th Cross Rd, Near Police Station, Chandra Layout, Bengaluru 560040

RT Nagar

#578, 4th G Cross, HMT Layout, CBI Main Rd, RT Nagar, Bengaluru 560032

Banashankari

No.525, 31st Main Rd, Banagirinagara, Banashankari 3rd Stage, Bengaluru 560085

HSR Layout

1017, 27th Main Rd, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru 560102

Indiranagar

#111, 2nd Cross, 4th Main Rd, New Tippasandra, Indiranagar, Bengaluru 560075

Kalyan Nagar

6M-309, HRBR Layout, 2nd Block Ext., Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru 560043

Rajajinagar

#347, 3rd Main Rd, Mahalakshmipuram, West of Chord Rd 2nd Stage, Bengaluru 560086

Koramangala

“Grace” 1st Floor, C-18, Kudremukh Colony, Koramangala Block 2, Bengaluru 560034

RR Nagar

#810, 3rd Stage, 4th Main Rd, BEML Layout, RR Nagar, Bengaluru 560098

Sahakar Nagar

No.46, G Block, Sahakar Nagar, Byatarayanapura, Bengaluru 560092

Nagarbhavi

148, 6th Main Rd, D-Group Layout, Srigandhada Kaval, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru 560091

Sadashivanagar

1st Floor, 13, 2nd Main Rd, Vyalikaval, Sadashiva Nagar, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru 560003

Kothanur

3rd Floor, SGM Complex, 27, K.Narayanapura, Kothanur, Bengaluru 560077

Yelahanka

1st Floor, 2022, 3rd B Cross Rd, KHB Colony, Yelahanka Satellite Town, Bengaluru 560064