Wellness & World

Yasemen Kaner-White•www.worldofwellnessmagazine.com

Welcome to Wellness & World, I’m Yasemen Kaner-White and this is the podcast that highlights the wellness traditions, treatments and therapies from around the world, as a globetrotting travel, food and health writer, I meet with wellness experts, visit leading health retreats and discover natural remedies and recipes as well as the latest wellness tools from the world, to me, to you, to inspire a healthier and happier life. Enjoy!

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Episodes

Antarctica - From what to pack, what to expect, to visiting as sustainably as possible

After a mesmerising expedition to etherial Antarctica, I caught up with expedition leader and Citizen Science facilitator Carine Zimmermann to discuss all things 'Antarctica'. From what to pack in your luggage, how to prepare, what to expect and what to keep in mind when deciding which cruise to take from a sustainability stance..

Mar 12, 2024•45 min

Wellness traditions of Bali with Luisa Anderson, Regional Director of Spa

Reporting from Bali, we look at some of the typical Balinese treatments, wellbeing philosophies, spirituality, healthy tonics, as well as modern takes, for example some of the sumptuous treatments I experienced in both the Four Seasons Bali resorts: Jimbaran Bay & Sayan. You'll be inspired to visit Bali, if you haven't already, that is. Enjoy!

Feb 15, 2024•37 min•Ep. 6

Niki Smirni founder of Travelgems retreats discusses wellness trends

I met Niki Smirni at an event showcasing her Travelgems retreat business - a business that combines her love of discovering cultural hidden gems, as well as offering benefits to the traveller, from a healthy body doing Pilates, to a calm mind practising meditation, led by specialist leaders. Keeping her finger on the pulse of the latest wellness trends, she discusses what she sees as the top trends for 2024, as well as an insight into her personal wellbeing journey and how it led her to create h...

Jan 11, 2024•40 min

Thai wellness traditions with Wellness Director Chanyapak Suwankantha

Whilst in Thailand, I met with Chanyapak Suwankantha, who is the Wellness Director at leading health retreat; Chiva Som. She tells me the traditional Thai wellbeing philosophies, as well as treatments. From massages to herbal steam baths to how her grandparents taught her how to massage from a young age. Enjoy!

Oct 24, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Malaysian wellness philosophies with Irshad Mobarak.

Whilst in Langkawi, I met with Irshad Mobarak a Malaysian naturalist, conservationist and educator, to learn about traditional Malay wellness philosophy as well as natural treatments. From feeling great due to the first morning dew, forest bathing with intention, to natural remedies found within nature, he shares his wisdom. Enjoy!

Oct 24, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM) with Dr Bibi

Whilst in Qatar, I met with Dr Bibi, a TAIM specialist at Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, to find out the principles of TAIM; Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine. She gives insight into what to expect from a TAIM consultation and the kind of treatments which you could expect to be advised, along with lifestyle adjustments. This system of healing practiced since the 7th Century, originated in the Arab world. Enjoy!

Oct 24, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Ayurveda with Dr Chandan

Whilst in India, the home of Ayurveda, I met with Dr Chandan, a Senior Ayurvedic Physician, to discuss the principles of this ancient wellbeing philosophy, that's over 5000 years old. He also shares the kind of things to expect in a consultation and how that knowledge helps the Ayurvedic Doctors advise treatments and lifestyle adjustments to achieve optimum health. Enjoy!

Oct 24, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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