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Elayna, of the sailing vessel La Vagabonde, completes a seven-day medically supervised fasting retreat in Bali to pursue a mind-body reset and longevity benefits.2:03 The program involves total caloric restriction, daily enemas, and a regimen of high-potency herbal supplements, with vegetable broth as the primary daily intake.4:16 Activities include yoga, meditation, sauna sessions, ice baths, and workshops on nutrition and emotional stress.8:35 Elayna cites David Sinclair’s research on sirtuins and cellular repair as her primary inspiration for the fast.3:00 Riley, who joins the retreat mid-week, discusses the potential risks of muscle mass loss during prolonged fasting, referencing insights from Peter Attia regarding body composition.30:05 The retreat concludes with a liver flush procedure and a controlled reintroduction of food using papaya and cashew yogurt to support digestive health.31:41 The experience emphasizes the distinction between genuine hunger and habitual eating patterns.31:01

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