Anantara has added four exclusive naturopathic programmes at its Si Kao Resort & Spa in Thailand.

Dr Govindasamy Gopal has created a series of programmes including detox, de-stress, weight loss and quitting smoking and has collected experts in the fields of Pilates, yoga, dance movement, osteopathy and ayurveda to create a series of retreats as part of the resort's Wellness 360 programme.

Gopal's Wellness 360 concept is designed to enhance health, beauty and overall well-being with a range of bespoke treatments carried out by Anantara-trained therapists through the sense of touch, diet, massage, exercise and spiritual healing.

He said: "I like to follow natural healing pathways which promote wellness without harming the body, so I started learning about naturopathy, acupuncture, yoga and nutrition, and it made so much sense.

"These gentle therapies address the underlying problem, rather than masking over it, and help people to feel better for the long term with no adverse side effects."