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LifeStart Retreats (at Cedarvale)
LifeStart Retreats
About
LifeStart Retreats is a global network of independently owned health and wellness retreats offering medically supervised lifestyle change programs. Their approach focuses on plant-based meals, informative lectures, cooking classes, personal wellness coaching, and follow-up support in quiet, comfortable settings. The Australian location is Cedarvale Lifestyle Retreat in NSW.
“Relax. Recharge. Rejuvenate.”
Programs Offered
NEWSTART Lifestyle Program
A physician monitored, scientifically researched lifestyle change program based on eight fundamental principles: Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance, Air, Rest and Trust. Designed to prevent and reverse disease through natural methods.
Health & Wellness Retreat
Health restoring getaway offering plant-based meals, informative lectures, hands-on cooking classes, personal wellness coaching, and follow-up support at medically supervised retreat locations.
Activities & Fitness
Meals & Nutrition
plant-based
Dietary accommodations:
Guest Experiences
“Great program – staff is professionally, compassionately, and spiritually trained.”
“I was feeling tired and very much lacking in energy but after this week, I feel reinvigorated, energized, and ready to enjoy life again.”
“I had gotten away from the lifestyle and wanted and needed to get back on the ball. There were changes that I wanted to make and was blessed with those changes here!”
“The staff was an amazing group of people that have a passion to help others improve their lives.”
“After only 11 days at NEWSTART my blood pressure was already lower and without any medication! I have gotten to like the food which was totally new to me and I have been surprised, because the food, which is the key to all these illnesses, coupled with the benefits of...”
“To make a long story short, I left Weimar with no pain, lost sixteen pounds, LDL down, HDL up, blood pressure down to normal, I.B.S gone, chest pain gone, down to two pills a day and soon to be none.”
+2 more guest testimonials on their website
Pricing
From $500AUD
Included:
Quick Facts
Medical & Safety
After the Retreat
Follow-up support is mentioned as part of the retreat offering.
Results
Years operating
35 years
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