Why Join the Autumn 2026 Retreat?
If you’ve been looking for a safe, natural way to:
Detox your body completely
Reboot your metabolic & immune systems
- Lose weight naturally with minimum rebound
Reset your body and mind
Activate self-healing for chronic issues
Slow aging and rejuvenate your cells
Build inner calm and clarity
…then this five-day ONLINE Retreat offers a complete mind-body transformation.
Now in its seventh year, Dr. Kevin Chen’s Bigu retreats have guided hundreds toward better health, vitality, and long-term wellness—integrating classical Daoist wisdom with modern science.
Science-Backed Benefits
Modern research increasingly supports fasting’s regenerative power:
Boosts autophagy, helping cells cleanse and renew (Nobel Prize 2016, Dr. Yoshinori OhSumi)
Aids immune and metabolic regeneration (NEJM 2019; Cell Metabolism 2015)
Detoxifies the digestive and endocrine systems
Lowers inflammation and rejuvenates the skin
Improves mental clarity and focus
Promotes longevity through microbiome balance
Daoist Bigu “fasting”, when skillfully guided, becomes a path of self-healing, balance, and lightness.
Highlights of the Retreat:
Led by Dr. Kevin W. Chen, Ph.D., MPH, the retreat includes:
The Bigu Mindset
Aligning with higher consciousnessDaoist Meditation and Energy
Cultivation techniquesFasting Practices
Turtle breathing, skin-breathing, and gulping-qiDaoist Qigong Routines
Energy gathering and circulation; Kidney nourishing Qigong; Standing PosturesAcupressure Methods
For detox, fasting, and pain reliefBigu Fasting Pills
How to make and take the Bigu herbal pillsGuidance
Entering, maintaining, and breaking the Bigu safelyDaily Q&A and Attention
Personalized energy adjustments as we go
Experience gentle but profound renewal—from within.
Upcoming China Tours
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April 11‑25, 2027 (15 days)
Chengdu • Chongqing • Zhangjiajie • Changsha
October 10‑24, 2027 (15 days)
Shanghai • Jinhua(Yiwu) • Beijing • Langfang
Retreat Schedule
November 4 (Wed)
7:00 – 9:30 pm EST — Opening ceremony, introduction & Q&A
November 5 – 7 (Thur – Sat)
9:30–11:30 am — Qigong & energy cultivation
7:00–9:30 pm — Lecture & Q&A on Bigu principles
- November 8 (Sun)
10:45 – 1:00 pm — Breaking the fast and lifestyle integration
All sessions are recorded for replay.
About Dr. Kevin Chen
Dr. Chen is a leading scholar-practitioner of Daoist Qigong and integrative health, with decades of experience teaching and researching medical Qigong in the U.S. and Asia. A former faculty member at UM School of Medicine, he serves as Deputy Secretary-General of the World Academic Society of Medical Qigong and is the associate editor of Chinese Medical Qigong (College Textbook – London: Singing Dragon, 2010).
Having personally practiced Bigu two to three times per year for over 26 years, Dr. Chen brings deep insight into how energy replaces food and how ancient methods can rejuvenate modern life.
Notes, Precautions & Medical Disclaimer
Bigu fasting is not recommended for individuals with severe physical illness, organ transplant history, or psychotic disorders, nor for children under 16 or adults under 85 lb. If unsure, please consult Dr. Chen before registering.
This retreat and all related classes are educational and are not a substitute for medical care. The information provided, including Qigong and Daoist Bigu fasting practices, is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before beginning fasting, changing medications, or making significant changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan, especially if you have a medical condition, take prescription drugs, are pregnant, or have recently undergone surgery. Participation is voluntary, and you agree to take full responsibility for your own health, decisions, and outcomes.