Diabetes Frequently Asked Questions
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Click on the question to see answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about visiting the Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center in Patagonia, Arizona.
- What is the Reversing Diabetes Program?
- What all is included in the 21 Day Reversing Diabetes Program?
- Can my spouse/partner do the program with me?
- Are your programs covered by insurance?
- I have Diabetes (and am on insulin, oral hypoglycemics or other medication) and I cannot afford the money and/or time to come for the whole 21 days. Can I come for part of the program?
- Is Dr. Gabriel Cousens available for phone consultations or in person, one-on-one consultations?
- Can children attend the 21 Day Reversing Diabetes Naturally program?
- Can I do the Diabetes program at home by myself?
- What Support Tools are Available for those who cannot come to Tree of Life?
- Is there a charge for a phone consultation with the doctors?
- I am ready to book! What is my next step?
What is the Reversing Diabetes Program?
Our Reversing Diabetes Naturally program begins with a 45 minute physical assessment/check in with our doctor (physician on staff, not Dr. Cousens) on the day you arrive. The actual program consists of three of our core workshops which happen back-to-back. These are our Fasting Retreat, followed by our Zero Point, followed by our Conscious Eating, all led personally by Gabriel Cousens, M.D., founder of our center and creator of the Reversing Diabetes program. During your stay, you will check in with Gabriel every morning, along with the other participants of the Reversing Diabetes Naturally program. You also meet with our nurse Ariel regularly during your stay.
What all is included in the 21 Day Reversing Diabetes Program?
The all inclusive Reversing Diabetes Program includes:
- All programs stated above
- Lodging
- Delicious live foods cuisine served 3xs a day, daily; brunch Saturday & Sunday (or 4 juices a day during fast)
- 5-6xs/week Yoga Class (amount doubled during Tri-Yoga Fasting Retreat)
- 7x/week Evening programs/Meditations
- Access to unlimited wheatgrass, pool, infrared saunas, hot tubs, and nature trails
- We also include three months worth of supplements, which are individualized and serve the purpose of addressing nutritional deficiencies, heal the pancreas, and support the body in returning to a non-Diabetic physiology.
- For support after you leave, we include a 15 minute check-in with Ariel, our nurse, once per month for a year after you leave,.
- *BONUS* A year’s subscription to www.GabrielCousens.com is also included, which among many support tools, offers once per month conference calls with Gabriel for all previous participants of the Reversing Diabetes program.
Can my spouse/partner do the program with me?
Absolutely! The foundation of the Reversing Diabetes Program is our 21 Day Transformation Program, including the Fasting Retreat, Zero Point and Conscious Eating. Anyone is welcome to take part in the full program or partake in one or more of the workshops.
Are your programs covered by insurance?
Sometimes. Coverage depends on your insurance company. Tree of Life is not associated with any insurance companies. We can provide you with a superbill with all the necessary codes for you to work with your own insurance company if you take part in a medical program such as Whole Person Healing, Mental Wellness Program, or Diabetes Program. This involves a reimbursement scenario where you pre-pay us and the insurance company reimburses you. The front desk can also provide you with the major CPT Insurance codes connected with treatments received at the Tree of Life. Note that this information does not come with support and is something you would discuss directly with your insurance company.
Is Dr. Gabriel Cousens available for phone consultations or in person, one-on-one consultations?
Gabriel is spending his time lecturing, traveling, writing books and focusing on being a spiritual teacher. He has handed the medical practice over to an excellent physician, Dr. Dan Engle.
For those interested in being in Gabriel’s presence in a small group setting (generally 8-32 people), the following programs are led directly by Gabriel:
- 21-Day Transformation Program
- Spiritual Fasting Retreat
- Zero Point Workshop
- Conscious Eating Intensive
- Essene Workshops
- Sacred Relationships
- Reversing Diabetes Naturally
In addition to these programs, Gabriel also leads the evening programs/meditations, including the spiritual satsangs (Q&A) when he is in town. See Gabriels travel schedule.
Can children attend the 21 Day Reversing Diabetes Naturally program?
Our program is for adult type I and type II Diabetics. This refers to age 18 and over. Children who are pre-puberty age can benefit from a stay beginning with a Whole Person Healing program. We highly recommend their caretakers attend the Conscious Eating Intensive to learn how to prepare dishes that support their diet-specific Diabetic children. Please note that all minors are required to have parental/guardian accompaniment. The Tree of Life does not offer day care.
Children post-puberty who are under 18 may be able to attend our full 21 day Reversing Diabetes Program. We pre-screen for this possibility. If you are interested, please fill out our Health Intake Form and call the front desk (520-394-2520, ext 206) to set up a phone consultation with Dr. Dan Engle. Please note we require all children under 18 to be accompanied by an adult for the full duration of their stay.
We also recommend the books 'There Is a Cure for Diabetes’ and ‘Rainbow Green Live Food Cuisine,’ both by Dr. Gabriel Cousens. These books are great educational tools for integrating the recommended lifestyle and diet into your child’s (and your own!) life.
I have Diabetes (and am on insulin, oral hypoglycemics or other medication) and I cannot afford the money and/or time to come for the whole 21 days. Can I come for part of the program?
While the price tag of this program appears to be high, the cost of diabetes as a worldwide pandemic to the individual, insurance companies, and taxpayer is astronomical. We believe that regaining your quality of life and extending your lifespan for you and your children is priceless.
The full 21 days of the program is the minimum required for participants (on insulin, oral hypoglycemics or other medications) to ensure the integrity of the program and the full support for healing. Anything less is a disservice to you and would compromise the level of support provided by Tree of Life.
If you wish to follow a similar path at home, we suggest combining the recommended support tools with close supervision from your own holistic physician to guide you through the process.
Can I do the Diabetes program at home by myself?
Our 21 day Reversing Diabetes Naturally program is designed with extensive attention and specificity to give our guests the best supervision and support possible. The program offers professional supervision by two medical doctors and a nurse, who specialize in supporting guests in the delicate process of healing Diabetes. The Reversing Diabetes Naturally program offers a community of over 40 staff members who all practice the diet and lifestyle, to surround and support participants in their healing. The value of the individual workshops which make up the program are also irreplaceable. The Spiritual Fasting Retreat (the first part of the program) consists of fasting and detoxification in a group setting of up to 32 other fasters. The Zero Point (the second part) is a psycho-spiritual workshop that has proven fundamental in healing mental and emotional blocks to long term change. During the Conscious Eating Intensive (the third part), our team of gourmet Live Food Chefs teach you live food recipes and meals for you to bring back home. All these are experienced in a group setting, facilitated by Gabriel Cousens, MD, and Dan Engle, MD. You are monitored and supervised daily by the doctors and nurse. The Tree of Life is an oasis where everyone around you is passionate about vibrant health and well-being and excited to facilitate your life change.
For these reasons, the experience of the Reversing Diabetes Naturally program at the Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center cannot be replaced. That being said, the diet and lifestyle taught at the Tree of Life can be adopted by anyone and supports healing and improved quality of life. Please note that the Tree of Life and Gabriel Cousens MD do not advise anyone to come off of medications or insulin without doctor's supervision. If possible, we recommend seeking a holistic physician in your area, who is willing to work with you. We also recommend the following resources:
Culture of life community
Joining the Culture of Life Community at www.GabrielCousens.com gives you access to monthly live tele-conferences with Dr. Cousens, as well as many other helpful resources and special savings on your Tree of Life workshops, stays, and store/webstore purchases.
What Support Tools are Available for those who cannot come to Tree of Life?
Culture of Life Community
Joining the Culture of Life Community at www.GabrielCousens.com gives you access to monthly live tele-conferences with Dr. Cousens, as well as many other helpful resources.
Gabriels Books & Articles
The principles and practices that Gabriel Cousens M.D. and the Tree of Life Community live on a daily basis are outlined in Gabriel Cousens books and articles.
- Spiritual Nutrition
- Creating Peace by Being Peace
- Conscious Eating
- Rainbow Green Live Food Cuisine
- There is a Cure for Diabetes
Diabetes Resources
DVD: Simply Raw Diabetes Movie and support DVD: www.simplyrawmovie.com
Books: There is a Cure for Diabetes and Rainbow Green Live Food Cuisine
Medical: Schedule a Phone Consultation with Dr. Dan Engle by calling 520.394.2520 ext. 206
Other Resources
Online Video
YouTube & Google Video – Search Gabriel Cousens & Tree of Life
Doctor consultation
via phone or in person with Dr. Dan Engle Call 520.394.2520 ext. 206 to schedule
Is there a charge for a phone consultation with the doctors?
Yes. The hourly rate for Dr. Dan Engle is $250. You can schedule a 15 minute appointment (minimum time for an appointment), which costs about $63.
I am ready to book! What is my next step?
Congratulations! Making this decision will not only change your life for the better, but will allow you to live longer and with much more vibrancy (and so much more). Once you have made the decision that you would like to partake in our 21 Day Reversing Diabetes Naturally Program, we'll need you to complete a Health Intake Form by clicking here (PLEASE MAKE TO THE ATTENTION OF AVIVA & KAIA) or requesting more info by clicking here!
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