Fasting Mimicking Diet Retreat
Transform Your Health
A 6-night journey including 5 days of fasting to discover the benefits of fasting mimicking protocols, cellular renewal, and metabolic optimisation.
15
Maximum Participants
27 Sept - 3 Oct
2026
Portugal
Meco, Portugal
Meco, Portugal
- ✓50 minutes from Lisbon - transfer available
- ✓6 nights - 5 days of fasting all-inclusive (Sunday 5:00 PM to Saturday 11:00 AM)
- ✓Maximum 15 participants for personalised attention
- ✓Yoga dome, common areas, and peaceful nature
Why Choose Our Fasting Mimicking Diet Retreat?
Discover the scientifically proven benefits of fasting mimicking protocols to promote longevity and metabolic health.
The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a structured short-term dietary program designed to provide your body with the cellular benefits of fasting while allowing you to eat small amounts of food. It was developed by Dr. Valter Longo and his team at the University of Southern California, based on research into longevity, cellular repair, and metabolic health.
Metabolic Reset
Enjoy the benefits of fasting while continuing to eat. Fasting mimicking protocols trigger cellular regeneration and metabolic improvements similar to prolonged fasting.
Mental Clarity
Experience enhanced focus, positive mood, and mental clarity as your brain adapts to ketosis and cellular renewal processes.
Cellular Renewal
Activate autophagy and stem cell regeneration through carefully designed fasting mimicking protocols that promote longevity and reduce biological age markers.
Your 6-Night Journey - 5 Days of Fasting Mimicking
Each day of this program follows scientifically designed fasting mimicking protocols, combining specific nutritional plans with education and wellness practices for optimal results.
Fasting Mimicking Diet Day 1
After an introduction to the principles of fasting mimicking, we will help you transition your body into fasting mode with a 'high calorie' day.
Fasting Mimicking Diet Days
Four days of fasting mimicking nutrition, carefully designed with precise macronutrient ratios.
Refeeding & Integration
Guided refeeding strategies and personalised lifestyle plans to safely integrate the fasting mimicking diet into your lifestyle.
Meet Your Expert Guides
Learn from experienced practitioners in nutrition, fasting mimicking, and holistic wellness.
Valéry de Kroon
Nutritional Therapist
Valéry is a nutrition practitioner trained at the College of Living Nutrition in London. Bilingual in French and English, she is also co-author of an anti-cancer cookbook. Valéry completed Harvard Medical School Executive Education training in Health and Wellness, as well as a longevity-focused masterclass on Dr. Valter Longo's research. She has developed a protocol inspired by the principles of Dr. Longo's Fasting Mimicking Diet.
Ana Maitre
Health Retreat Specialist
Ana is an experienced health retreat specialist with expertise in designing transformative vegetarian and vegan culinary experiences. She has brought her skills to several health and detox retreats in Portugal and Brazil. Fluent in Portuguese, French, and English, Ana is the author of the cookbook PLANT BASED, which reflects her plant-based lifestyle philosophy.
Casa Colab
Casa Colab is the perfect place to retreat and reconnect, offering a soothing natural setting, spaces designed for wellness, and an environment that inspires renewal and vitality. A farmhouse-inspired retreat destination in the heart of the Serra da Arrabida Natural Park.
How to Get There
Transfer Information from Lisbon Airport
- •Private transfer available upon request
- •Uber services available
- •Car rental options
Lisbon Airport
Humberto Delgado Airport
Casa Colab
50-minute journey
Ready to Transform Your Health?
Join us for a unique experience, limited to 15 participants to ensure individualised attention and an optimal quality experience.
Starting from
£990
Per person
Included:
- ✓ 6 nights accommodation
- ✓ All fasting mimicking meals
- ✓ Expert guidance and workshops
- ✓ Activities (yoga, walks)
- ✓ One therapeutic massage session