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The Program

We offer a very exciting and diversified program: Raw food, juice fast, body cleansing, Qi-kong, yoga, Feldenkreis (light exercises on mattresses), lectures, meditation, guided imagery, dance & music therapy, breathing, food preparation workshop, guest speakers, and more. Good health and a free choice are our natural rights from birth. Nature has allotted us life free... ( Read more )

Registration Process

Dear friend! We congratulate you on your decision to enroll in the Mitzpe Alummot Mind-Body-Spirit Cleansing Program. Our program includes lectures and workshops teaching healthy life style, various physical activities, raw food vegan nutrition and numerous spa therapy treatments. The purpose of the program is to enable the body to eliminate toxins’ strengthen the immune... ( Read more )

A Sample Weekly Program

Mitzpe Alummot reserves its right to change the program from time to time at its sole discretion. It is hereby made clear that the program presented below is a sample program. Sunday 14:00 – suite check-in 16:15 – tour of the site, opening words 18:00 – convening and supper 18:45 – a little bit about... ( Read more )

Before you arrive

In order to support the cleansing process, it is recommend to avoid meat and dairy, and concentrate on vegetarian nutrition 3-7 days before your arrival. It is also recommended not to drink coffee, alcohol and diet drinks at least one week prior to arrival. Arrival Check-in time upon arrival is between 14:00-16:00 (lunch not included)... ( Read more )

Health Form

Health Form Mitzpe Alummot is not a medical facility and does not employ medical staff. Therefore all participants in the program should be responsible for their medical needs. Our program educates for a healthy way of living through nutrition. It is worthwhile to know that the cleansing process may cause different side effects, and we... ( Read more )

Nutrition workshops – Applying it at Home

How can we take home what we’ve experienced here, and what are the tools for applying? Focus on your target: health and longevity Personal commitment Perseverance Positive Thinking The key to positive thinking is in your hand Learn to love yourself Self realization (it’s never too late) Exercise with a guided imagery Adapt yourself to... ( Read more )

Food Combining

Foods are actually chemicals; a wrong combination will be followed by a chemical reaction. Raw living food contains more enzymes, minerals, vitamins and water content. When we cook our food in a temperature exceeding 48ºC, the enzymes die, and the amount of vitamins and minerals dwindles. Freezing also reduces the amount of enzymes and breaks... ( Read more )

Almond Cheese

Almond Cheese 6 Servings Ingredients 1 cup almonds 1/2 cup water 1 capsule acidophilus cheese cloth Directions: Soak the almonds in water overnight or at least 8 hours. Blanch almonds by scalding them in hot water for 1-2 minutes.. Peel the almonds. Put the almonds into a food processor outfitted with the “S” blade or... ( Read more )

Herb Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 Tbs. Red onion, chopped 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 tsp. Atlantic salt 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. stevia (or 2 tsp.agave nectar) 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped 1/4 cup celery, chopped Blend everything in the blender. ( Read more )

Banana Ice Cream

Directions: Freeze peeled bananas in a plastic bag for at least a few hours. Process in a food processor or a Green Star machine. You can do the same with frozen mango, strawberries, blueberries, etc. ( Read more )

Carob Fudge Brownies

Ingredients: 1 cup walnuts 1 cup sunflower seeds 8-10 Medjhul dates, pitted 1/3 cup carob powder 1 pinch salt 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. orange zest Preparation: Process the walnuts and seeds in a food processor, into a fine consistency. Add the carob and the rest of the ingredients, and mix, using the pulse... ( Read more )

Buckwheat Granola

Buckwheat Granola Makes 12 servings Ingredients: 1 Kg (5 cups) raw buckwheat grouts, soaked and sprouted (see note) 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, soaked 4-6 hours 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, soaked 4-6 hours 1/2 cup sesame seeds, soaked 4-6 hours 1/2 cup flax seeds, soaked 4-6 hours 2 tsp cinnamon 1 cup currants or raisins 750... ( Read more )

Choco-nana (Mylk Shake)

Choco-nana (Mylk Shake) For 1 serving 1 cup almond mylk 1 banana (or mango/ pear/apple) 1 tsp. flax oil 1 tsp lecithin 1 tsp bee pollen 1 mejhul date 1 tsp carob powder Blend everything in the blender, and drink as a nourishing breakfast. ( Read more )

Almond-date-coconut cookies

Ingredients: 1 Cup almonds, soaked in water for 8 hours and dried in dehydrator or in the sun 1/4 tsp. Atlantic sea salt 1 vanilla stick 1 cup dates, stones removed 5 Tbs. dried coconut flakes Preparation: Scrap out the seeds from vanilla stick and grind in a coffee grinder. Mix together with all the... ( Read more )

Basic Fruit Pie

Ingredients: 1 cup soaked almonds 1/2 cup mixture of soaked dates, figs and raisins 1 tsp cinammon 1 Tbs filtered water Preparation: Grind all ingredients in a food processor and place on a pie pan. Press lightly. You can slice fruits (banana, kiwi, berries, etc.). Decorate nicely with cream of more fruits. (For cream blend... ( Read more )

Juice fasting

Advantages of juice fasting over water fasting: When we fast on water, our body uses tissues for metabolism, whereas when we drink juices, we still get all the nutrients out body needs, but since the digestive process is so quick, our liver and internal organs rest and cleanse the body from toxins. The green juice... ( Read more )

Wheatgrass Juice and Green Juices

Wheatgrass has many excellent properties: It is rich in chlorophyll, magnesium/calcium Its molecular structure is almost identical to that of hemoglobin, except for one atom: magnesium in chlorophyll and iron in hemoglobin. Wheatgrass consists of 12% water, 70% chlorophyll, 12% protein, 2%fat, 2% minerals, and 2% fiber. Wheatgrass is a source of solar energy (sun)... ( Read more )

Diabetes and Obesity

Diabetes is a condition that is affected by several factors, among which is obesity and overweight. According to data from The American Health Institute, more than 65% of the adults in America are overweight. In recent years there is an increase in the percentage of people suffering from this problem. Overweight increases the risk for... ( Read more )

Homogenized Dairy, the Dependable Cardiotoxin By Rodney Julian

By Rodney Julian When the “Father of Modern Cardiology,” the eminent physician Dr. Paul Dudley White, graduated from Harvard medical school in 1911, he had never encountered coronary thrombosis. As a practicing physician in Boston, on those rare occasions when a hospital had such a case, he and other physicians from the Boston area would... ( Read more )

The Digestive System

The Digestive System The Brain The digestive system’s activity starts in the brain even before we have a bite to eat. The Hypothalamus is a centre in the brain which maintains and regulates metabolism, body temperature, thirst, appetite, sex drive and blood pressure. Proper assimilation of food starts in the mouth : “Drink your food... ( Read more )

Why Eat Raw Food

Raw Food (or “Living Food”) is based on raw vegan food which has not been cooked, heated or baked in a temperature exceeding 48°C (115°F). Foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sprouts, grains and legumes (all sprouted too), dried fruit, sea vegetables and fresh juices. We know of outstanding figures from history who survived... ( Read more )

Cholesterol – Natural Treatment

Mitzpe Alummot Health Retreat offers a unique way for normalizing cholesterol level: High cholesterol levels in the serum increase the risk for atherosclerosis and vascular disease. A preventive measure which includes a careful daily choice of healthy nutrition, together with a meaningful life style change, may lower high levels of cholesterol, and even prevent a... ( Read more )

Eating Disorders – A Natural Solution

Written by: Edna Mintz ?What are eating disorders Eating disorders belong to a group of psychological conditions which are characterized by disturbed eating habits. They are manifested by dissatisfaction from one’s body, and by the pursuit of skinniness. The three most common eating disorders are: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia and unspecified eating disorders, one of which... ( Read more )

The connection between body and mind

Health and internal happiness result from obeying and working according to Nature’s law and applying them in everyday life. Every situation we’re in (physical or mental) affects us in one of the following ways: a. It becomes a healthy part of our existence b. It becomes toxic and is rejected by our body and mind (a... ( Read more )

Facials with Nitfei Mor

We are happy to announce that as part of our spa treatments, we now offer skin treatments with natural cosmetics. The treatments are given by Mrs. Ruthi Shanan, and, according to our guests who have experienced the treatment, it was a unique experience of light, pampering and healing. For the time being, the treatments are... ( Read more )

How to grow wheatgrass

Grow without soil wash and soak in water (8-12 hours) strain spread seeds in an even level Water twice a day Cover for 2 days, until young blades appear. Uncover after green blades of grass appear grow up to 15 cm in height (approx. 6 days) Grow wheatgrass in soil Use the same procedure, now... ( Read more )

Sushi Maki

4 Sushi Rolls (4-6 servings) Ingredients for Spicy Miso Paste: 1/4 cup light or dark miso 1 teaspoon chili paste of Arissa 2 Tbs. Sesame oil Ingredients for Sushi Maki 4 Nori sheets 1 cup alfalfa or sunflower sprouts 2/3 avocado, sliced thinly 1 green onion, chopped 2/3 red bell pepper cut into stripes 1... ( Read more )

Flax Crackers

Flax Crackers Makes approximately 2dozen crackers Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped carrots 1 ‘/2 cups chopped red bell pepper or zucchini (or a mixture) ¼ cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 ¼ tsp sea salt 1 tsp Italian seasoning ¼ cup minced fresh herbs (basil, parsley, dill, or oregano) 1/3 cup sunflower seeds, soaked... ( Read more )

Falafel

Falafel (about 18 pieces) Ingredients 1 cup Induced sprouted chickpeas 1/2 cup chopped onion 4 tablespoons induced sunflower seeds 1/2 chopped red pepper 2/3 cup chopped coriander 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill 3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley 2 crushed cloves of garlic Juice from 1/2 a lemon 1/3 cup crude Tahini 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper... ( Read more )

Quinoa with Yams

Quinoa with Yams Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 1 cup Quinoa 1 onion, chopped 1 yam chopped into small cubes 2 Tbs. olive oil Atlantic salt 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp. fresh ginger, minced Directions: Soak Quinoa in water overnight or for 4 hours. Let sprout for 3-34 more hours. Sauté the onion in some water.... ( Read more )

Veggie Burger

Ingredients 1 large red onion 1 large bell pepper 3 carrots 1 small head cauliflower 1 lg. stalk broccoli 1 C almonds, soaked 12-24 hours 1 C sunflower seeds, soaked 5-6 hours 1/4 C sesame seeds, soaked 5-6 hours 5 cloves garlic 2 T Braggs or to taste 1 t cumin 2 T dried Cilantro... ( Read more )

Basic Brown Rice

Basic Brown Rice (4-5 servings) Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1.3/4 cups brown rice, soaked overnight 1 carrot, grated salt, 3.1/2 cups water 2 tsp. chopped ginger 1 tsp. garlic, minced 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon olive oil Directions: Sort out rice. Wash and strain. Soak overnight. Cook in water... ( Read more )

Green juice – variations

Green juice – variations 1-2 cups 3 zucchinis 3-4 cucumbers 2-3 stalks celery 1/2 bunch parsley 1/2 bunch dill Sunflower green sprouts (handful) Juice all these vegetables through a juice extractor (we recommend the Breville JE95- 950W). If you want to add more green stuff, you can add romaine lettuce (203 leaves), swiss chard, kale,... ( Read more )

Almond Milk

Almond Milk Makes 3-4 servings Ingredients: 1cup whole, raw almonds, soaked overnight, rinsed, and drained (about 1.1/2 cups after soaking) 3-4 cups filtered water 2-3 dates, pitted (see note) 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional) Pinch salt Directions: 1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. 2. To separate the “milk” from the... ( Read more )

Zucchini Hummus

Zucchini Hummus 6 servings Ingredients: 1 zucchini, peeled, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, or to taste 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon cumin, optional 1 dash cayenne 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Himalayan Crystal or Atlantic sea salt 3/8 cup unhulled sesame seeds, soaked 4 hours 3/8 cup tahini Directions: 1. Combine... ( Read more )

Herb Cheese Spread

Herb Cheese Spread Makes 6 servings Ingredients: 1 cup Almond Cheese (see recipe) 2 Tbsp pine nuts, chopped 2 Tbsp finely minced red onion 1 tsp finely minced green onion 2 tsp light, mellow miso 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp nutritional yeast, optional 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley 2 tsp minced fresh dill Dash... ( Read more )

Tahini and Beet Dressing

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped beets 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 cup raw tahini 1 cup water 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon ground mustard seed 2 Tbs. Tamari/soy sauce 1 tsp. chopped horseradish/pinch Wasabi 1/2 tsp. Atlantic salt Blend everything in the blender. ( Read more )

Natural Diet

Diet, diet, diet… That’s what we hear in everyday conversation. Every one is looking for the perfect diet, for the magic wand. Today, more than half the population in the West suffers from overweight and 25 percent are obese. Try to guess how many people wish to find the real diet that would last for... ( Read more )

Fresh&Green Herbs Salad

Fresh Herbs Salad Ingredients: 1 Bunch of each: parsley, cilantro, mint, dill 1 Bunch green onions 1/4 cup cold pressed olive oil Juice of 2 lemons 1/2 teaspoon Atlantic salt, or – to taste 1/4 cup walnuts or pine nuts Zest from one lemon peel Preparation: Rinse tall herbs thoroughly and place on a colander.... ( Read more )

Cabbage Kraut

Makes 3 cups, or 12 servings Ingredients: 1 medium cabbage, shredded 1 tsp sea salt Directions: 1. Massage the cabbage with the salt until the liquid starts to release. 2. Let the cabbage rest for 10 minutes and massage it again. Repeat as often as necessary until the cabbage is very juicy. 3. Pack the... ( Read more )

Beets and Turnip Salad

Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 Beet, thinly sliced 1 Turnip, thinly sliced For the Dressing: 1/4 Cup lemon juice 3 Tbs. olive oil 1 Tbs. Tamari (Soy) sauce 1 garlic clove, minced 2-3 drops stevia 2 Tbs. chopped cilantro Preparation: Blend dressing ingredients in blender. Mix with the beets and the turnip. Let stand for 1/2... ( Read more )

Jerusalem Artichoke Salad

Serves 4 1/2 kg. Jerusalem artichoke, washed, scrubbed and grated 1/3 cup red onion, chopped 2 carrots, grated 3 Tbsp. dill, finely chopped 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped Juice of 2 lemons 4 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. Soy sauce or 1/3 tsp. Atlantic sea salt 1. Wash the Jerusalem artichoke... ( Read more )

Spring Salad

1 romaine lettuce 3 carrots 4 green onions 4 radishes juice from 2 lemons 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ tsp. salt Cut the lettuce into ½ inch stripes, grate the carrots and the radishes and chop the green onions. Prepare the dressing from the lemon juice, oil and salt. Mix all the salad ingredients with... ( Read more )

Beta Carotene Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup carrots, julienned 1 cup beets, julienned 1 cup celery, diced 1 cup red pepper, julienned 1 cup zucchini, julienned 2 Tbs. sesame oil 1 Tbs. lemon juice soy sauce to taste 1/4 cup sesame, soaked, sprouted and dehydrated. Mix all but last 4 ingredients. Blend sesame oil, lemon juice and soy sauce... ( Read more )

Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup (cooked) Ingredients:3 cups green (or mixed) lentils, sprouted1 or 2 medium tomatoes, diced2 stalks celery, chopped2 carrots, peeled and cubed2 onions, cut into quarters1 potato, diced3 cloves garlic½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce2 bay leaves3 allspice kernelsJuice of 1 lemonsalt and pepper to taste6 cups water Directions:Cook all the ingredients in a stock pot for... ( Read more )

The Ann Wigmore Story

Ann Wigmore grew up in Lituania with her grandmother during World War I. As a little girl she used to watch her grandmother collect herbs and weeds to heal the wounded WWI soldiers. In her mid teens Ann moved to America. At the age of 18 a disastrous automobile accident crushed her legs and resulted... ( Read more )

The Mitzpe Alummot Method

The Main Cause of Disease Maimonides said that health is based on these three principles: restrain your anger, balance your eating and be physically active. Otto Warburg, who won the Nobel Prize in 1931 for his numerous researches on cancer, had stated that cancer is caused by weak cells because they are short of oxygen.... ( Read more )