I arrived at Samui Detox I weighed in at 119 kg. When someone calculated this in stone (18st 9lbs) I was absolutely shocked. I spent 6 days eating healthy and delicious food and then participated in a 15 day detox. I had no issues, complaints or pains detoxing and in fact found additional energy after my very first colonic. I walked everyday except on the day of the Liver Flush and I joined yoga daily (to my wife’s surprise!).
My weigh in on the final day equated to a loss of 15.5 kg / 34 lbs.
To sum up my experience, what Kim had in her brochure was correct, if you put in the effort you will have fantastic results. Thank you Kim – this is a great kick start for me to lose more to reach my goal weight. What a great bunch of people we met during our stay.
Thank you all.
David Payne (Australia)
To all the team at Samui Detox, I wish to start by saying a really big Kob Khun Kub (Thank You!) My journey here begins as a 45 year old overweight so called successful business man, with high blood pressure and a body fat ratio of 36%. Colleagues and friends would often comment on my weight gain but then would quickly accept the story line that the constant alcohol fueled lunches and having to entertain clients etc. was a necessary and important part of my work. I too believed this story justified the damage I was doing to myself in the name of my families prosperity. The truth is, IF I continued down this road the grim reaper would soon be dusting off my number, it was time for a change.
I’ve never belonged to a gym or health club and had not exercised for years. Kim very quickly put me at ease, her smile, her voice, her personal attention to just me! I’ve been here three weeks, healthy eating, a 10 day fast and some light to moderate exercise and of course – my favorite – the wonderful yoga (Mr. inflexible or what!)
My results are an 8 cm / 3 inch loss of my waist and a 10 kg / 22 lb loss in my weight, but most importantly of all, a few more years life expectancy. Truly Kim is the young Mother Teresa of the Detox World (without the wrinkles). She takes in the unfit and the unclean and generously gives her personal timeless attention, love and wisdom and provides us with the knowledge and tools to extend and live a more fulfilled way of life. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, thank you, thank you.
Mark (UK)
Dear Kim & Gee,
After 2 weeks of celebrating quitting my banking job in the City and even more food and drink over Christmas, which I couldn’t help but continue through January, a detox was the only solution.
I researched all the Detox Centres in Thailand and Samui Detox stood out as being the most straightforward and honest and made no false promises. However, I have to confess reading the daily schedule and feeling convinced I wouldn’t be participating whole heartedly –
I don’t do exercise I don’t follow other people’s schedules and; I most certainly don’t get up at 7 a.m. and got to bed early now that I’m not working!
If I’m being totally honest, I wanted weight loss and was fascinated by the idea of doing colonic irrigation – but to be frank, I was looking for some R&R, healthy food and maybe a bit of yoga to start my trip in Thailand…
Well, what I didn’t expect was to meet 7 other participants mid-fast and RAVING about it, nor a very kind, caring and persuasive Kim! I arrived at 3.30 p.m. and by 4 p.m. I was doing my first yoga class (amazing!), salad for dinner, then bed!
Day 1
Everyone was continuing to rave about fasting over carrot juice and frankly, I grudgingly succumbed to peer pressure – a fast it was! I could hardly swallow the black shake and was not a happy bunny! However, my measurements, 5’8”, 12st 2lb, 38% body fat (what, impossible!), waist 84cm and Kim’s encouragement meant that I stayed for meditation and morning exercise rather than skulking off to my room in a strop! A miracle massage by Mani, a herbal steam and a glorious watermelon and pineapple juice set me up for the afternoon for yet another amazing yoga session – Kim, you are a genius! And my goodness, I had no idea I could look forward to enjoying vegetable broth so much! After half a movie in the evening, I was in bed by 9.30 p.m. and woke up without an alarm at 7 a.m.
Day 2
Feeling pretty excited actually! I found my technique for swallowing the black shake had improved (following my 5 attempts yesterday) and I was feeling pretty good about myself, even though the gasps of delight when people sampled Gee’s cooking left me yearning for healthy food – an unfamiliar yearning I have to confess! But then I had the much talked about colonic irrigation to look forward to…
…what an experience! Whilst I had a bit of a mishap with my 1st one (I won’t go into details) the colonic was horrifying on the one hand (that’s in my body?!) whilst being strangely satisfying on the other… definitely to be repeated!
Day 3
I was feeling fabulous, thoroughly enjoying the exercise and meditation and longing for my juices and broth. All the other participants had left and I was wondering how I’d manage – I don’t do ‘own time’ very well. This is where Kim came into her own, knowing perfectly how to balance company and solace, camaraderie and counsel – what a star!
Knowing Kim & Gee would be going on holiday as soon as my program had finished and knowing I had another afternoon and evening of no food, and I needed to do the liver flush (amazing by the way and also to be repeated), I broke my fast on Day 4. No regrets as Gee’s food just HAS to be tasted to be believed! And what a result:
11st 7lbs, 37% body fat, waist 81 cm = 9lbs lighter, loss of 1% body fat and 3 cm off the waist – yippee!! Better than I could have imagined! I don’t want to leave.
I feel as though I have been on an incredible journey in the loving, caring and capable arms of Kim & Gee, who go well beyond the call of duty in so many ways.
Kim – you have educated me in nutrition & parasites! You’ve helped me to enjoy exercise – I love yoga! We’ve laughed & cried together and your Shiatsu was a breathtaking experience.
Gee – your cooking is to die for (please teach me!) and your kindness and generosity have been overwhelming. I am so grateful to you both for your understanding, care & friendship. You also have a wonderful team in Elle, Anun, Mani and Puong. This has been a life changing experience. I know I’ll be seeing you again.
Thank you, thank you , thank you,
With love,
Chloe Cosgrove (London UK)
Thank you so much for your consistent and knowledgeable support, Kim. Thank you Gee for all the behind-the-scenes management and wonderful food. Thank you Elle, Puong, Mani and Anun for all you do to take such good care of us and for the extra touches (flowers & towels, turtle-shaped rice, setting up colonics etc.)
It was so great to be able to ease back into yoga – thank you Kim for helping me with that. And the massages were fantastic. We’re also glad to have said goodbye to a creature or two (formerly inhabiting our colons). Loved the beach, loved the dogs, promise to eat healthy & sad to leave (which we’ll be doing in 5 hours so off to bed for some sleep now!).
Thanks all,
Ronit Ricoy & Tom Ricoy
P.S. Kim & Gee, you’ve done a beautiful job of designing and managing this program and attending to myriad of details and personal needs along the way. Very impressive!
I came here to Samui Detox 12 days ago (first for 9 days, but I extended my stay) and was with 3 wonderful people from Holland and Australia and we all finished with a fantastic result – Samui Detox what can I say!It’s such an amazing ride!
When I arrived, I didn’t know what to expect, I just had two things in mind – lose weight and enjoy 100% time just for myself away from my usual life – not that I don’t have a good life, I do, but I got to the point where I needed a break from what I call the ‘norm’ and I just wanted to do something positive for myself, purely me, nobody else!
I was greeted by Kim and the staff with such a friendly welcome, already I liked what I saw – such calm surroundings, away from the maddening crowds of Bangkok.
The 2 days I was on my own was just easy – it got me tuned up for the next 9 days fasting.Then everything started, taking supplements, shakes, yoga, meditation, massage, steam etc and delicious broth.I wouldn’t say it was easy – some days were better than others but our group was so nice and we all supported each other to get through it – we’d moan and laugh at the same time and of course, Kim is always here for us ready and willing to listen to all our feelings, worries and concerns.
My colonic experiences were something I will never be able to describe in writing – all I can say is I really think everyone should do it at least once or twice a year as it certainly clears out the system and gets rid of the unwanted impurities in our bodies.
To cut my testimonial short (as I seem to go on and on) the results of my detox is so amazingly fantastic – I lost 5 kg and 11 cm from my tummy – much more than I ever anticipated.Thank you so much Kim for helping me through my ordeal.Thank you to Pepita and Evelyn my fellow fasters and of course thank you to the wonderful staff who work hard attending to our needs and making our stay more comfortable.
I am ready to leave today because I miss my husband David and daughter Hannah but will be sad to leave knowing that Kim, Gee and the Staff will be left behind – I will miss them so much – ALL of you thank you so much.I will definitely be back, if not with my husband, perhaps my whole clan!!
Thank you and see you all again.
Gloria Simister (Bangkok, Thailand)
Dear Kim,
You and your team came highly recommended to me from within your ‘health circles’ on the Island.The word used was ‘integrity’ and I whole heartedly agree.
You have lit the proverbial fire cracker under me, which I’ve needed for a very long time.Thank you.Thanks for your wonderful handout – I had all the signs and symptoms but was always reassured that people following a detox can feel like that.
Lost 11 lbs and 3% body fat in 7 days!
Karin (Koh Samui, Thailand)
I dragged myself here and was not sure if it would be the right step to take.Took Kim to explain the program in more detail and my mind was made up to stay and even do the colonics which I really didn’t want to do!Best decision I’ve ever made!
Thank you Kim & Gee, you have been fantastic.Can’t believe how patient Kim is – a Saint.Always available, really took care of all of us.Talk about taking pride in what you do and loving it.I’m finishing the program tomorrow and I’ve lost weight and even more importantly, I feel healthy and have learned lessons that I will be implementing when I get home.This will not be a yo-yoing weight loss program.
Apart from the weight loss, really enjoyed the meditation sessions and felt that the program helps the whole body, mind and spirit.I’m really inflexible and found yoga classes frustrating; however Kim’s instruction is great.I’d tried yoga before and gave up but will continue it when I get home as I know it will help my flexibility.Indeed, I have already seen improvements in the 11 days I’ve been here.
Also found Gee’s cooking to be fantastic.Will be trying to cook like him to aid my weight loss and healthy eating.
I will be returning next year to do the program again as an annual MOT for my body – I’m worth it!
Mo
Kim, Gee & Staff,
Thank you once again for a transforming and most enjoyable 2 week experience. Each time has been different and equally rewarding that I have come and look forward to doing it again. After beginning quite structured and really wanting the 7 a.m. start I was happy to leave feeling like I had let go of structure and could enjoy the free flow nature of the last week and find a nice balance in myself again. I lost 8 kg (17lbs) in 2 weeks, changed body shape, found my posture and have a clear head – priceless!
Thanks Kim,
Mark (Australia)
After a year of stress and unhealthy eating and non-existent exercise habits related to being in the midst of Tsunami relief & recovery work, I finally had 10 days to do what I wanted. But what was that? I considered hot springs in Iceland, a parachuting course in France, cooking classes in Spain but ended up at Samui Detox, and there must have been a higher force leading me here…
Unlike Debbie, I never got to see the Russians naked although they were around, but what made these days so special was Kim’s wisdom, support & warmth, Gee’s smiling face and his cooking when I finally broke the fast, Puong & Mani’s strong hands, and Elle, Sang & Anun’s helpful support. In addition, Debbie and Mark opened my eyes and soul and made my stay a truly special experience.
To top it all loosing 8 kg (17lbs) and 10cm off the waist, getting heaps of energy back and feeling committed to listen to my tummy when it’s full and exercise regularly have put a big smile on my face.
I hope to see you all again up in the Mountain!
Lots of love,
Unni
Kim & Gee,
What a truly wonderful team you make. I have been totally looked after in every way and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your patience, love & support. You have my utmost respect. After completing two other fasts & detox programs in Thailand I can honestly say I have learned more and enjoyed my experience here far more.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Oh and I am a new Yoga Girl AND I walk out of here 1 stone 3 lb lighter and 4 ½ inches smaller around the waist.
Fabulous!
Lisa (UK)
Dear Kim & Gee,
So glad ‘The Sanctuary’ was fully booked. Sounded a bit posh for me anyway. I wanted to know that I’d be supervised, monitored and cared for whilst on my first fast since I had no idea what I was buying into. I’m pretty sure that I’ve been in the most capable, caring and supremely qualified hands in the whole of Thailand (and beyond). Between Kim & Gee the knowledge available about Thailand and well being is endless. Kim, I thank you for your genuine interest and care for my well-being and journey in life. What a very very special experience. Wishing you both every success with your ventures – even though it’s guaranteed. INTEGRITY by the bucket load. And the Shiatsus are absolutely out of this world.
Much, much, much love & luck,
Vicky (London)
Dear Kim & Gee,
I wanted to go on a retreat last August but didn't get around to booking until 10 days before we came here. Beanie says Samui Detox beckoned us but we didn't really have many other choices. So how lucky were we to land here. Other retreats promise flashy facilities or deeply spiritual experiences with 1000 year old yoga masters. Some have 5 star suites, smart uniforms and 'infinity pools' filled with ass's milk. Some have volcanic steam rooms carved from living rock.
Samui Detox has none of these... not even guaranteed sunshine, much to Beanie's chagrin. There are no custom moulded colema boards that fit each customer's buttocks to perfection and double up as surf boards. There are no white-coated amazons on hand to ease you through the bowel cleansing.
No! What Samui Detox has is Kim, Gee, Puong, Elle, Sang and Anun. It has the remarkable and caring expertise that Kim offers in everything from Shiatsu to spot welding (it wouldn't surprise me!). It has Gee's home cooking to look forward to at the end of a long fast. It has Puong's superb muscle pummeling with massages tailored to suit each body. It has the quiet kindness of Elle (food & massage), Sang (endlessly cleaning up after us) and Anun (from the dirtiest jobs to the freshest coconuts).
Most of all, as we venture into what could easily be one of the toughest trials you can possibly face, short of Medieval joust with a dragon, Samui Detox offers a fantastic level of care, dedication and (though not mentioned in the brochure) love!
Beanie came here not knowing what to expect and for a few days she had her doubts. I had a pretty good idea and set myself big goals. Tonight as we pack on the last evening of 2005, neither of us wants to go and both expect to cry tomorrow. I'm no hippy, I live a typical big city media luvvie lifestyle, but I am so overwhelmed with emotion and warmth. I might just shave my head and don orange robes.
And so here are the results of my 10 day fast & detox
Losses:
Weight:- 18 pounds!
Inches off the waist:- 2.7
Body Mass:- 2.5%
Gains:
Confidence, recipes, suntan (it didn't always rain!), inner peace, energy, clear thinking, the will to live, lots of friends, a suitcase full of duty free love.
Now, I'd call that a success!!
Thank you so much Kim, Gee & all
with love,
Neville (London, UK)
Dear Kim & Gee,
First I would like to say I am forever grateful to Kim & Gee for taking me on this incredible journey. A journey that has changed my life forever.
Kim, Gee you are two amazing people. Words cannot express my thanks to you both. You are true professionals, dedicated to your work with passion. You pour your hearts into your beliefs and leave no options but success for me. For someone who had little fate in loosing weight, you changed my mind, and these are the words that linger in my mind.
“We are going to help you change inside and out, so that you will be able to attain, and permanently maintain your realistic target weight."
Your strong will to work with me on a plan to take home so I could continue my weight loss with ease and improve my health is priceless. Today I am happy to say, I am changed inside and out. Once again thank you both.
I am back at work on the Monarch of the Seas. One of Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship. It’s a dream. Everyone is congratulating me on how well I look and want to know how I did it. The big question is. How did I loose so much weight on vacation? I have explained to them its not about weight loss, its all about my health and the way I feel. I left the Ship on the 30th September at (207lbs / 94kg /14st.11 lbs) and a waist size of 41in. Arrived back on the Ship 25th November at (180lbs / 81.8kg / 12stone 8lbs) and a waist size of 36. Remarkable to say the least.
The results speak for themselves. To sum it up. I lost (22lbs / 10kg / 1stone 6lbs) while on the program and Kim worked with me on a plan to continue my success after I left Samui Detox and reached home. Today 9th December I have lost an extra 10lbs. A total of 32lbs / 14.5kg / 2stone.4lbs
It all began back in July 05, when I was at my lowest. I was feeling dull, depressed, over weight, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, headaches, lack of energy. These are a few of the symptoms I had to deal with. To sum it up I had no interest in my daily responsibilities. After being recommended Samui Detox I contacted Kim. One email from Kim made it clear Samui Detox was best suited for me. It had what I needed. A fasting, weight loss & rejuvenation program. I booked a 3 week program later to be extended to four weeks as the results were visible. Samui Detox had it all
October 11th 05. I arrived at Samui Airport. Kim & Gee was there waiting to take me to the Resort. (Hassle free.) Samui Detox is situated on a breathtaking elegant setting that has a stunning Ocean View over one of Samui's most beautiful landscapes. From that moment on, I knew I had made the right choice. It was the personal touch that made the difference. Being treated as an individual and not as a group. Kim and Gee proved beyond a doubt that I had made a decision in my life that I would not regret. How true that was.
Day one. Kim did a Health & Lifestyle Assessment on me that returned results with a poor rating. This confirmed what I already knew. It was time to take this program seriously and embark on a journey that would be a turning point in my life. 20 years of saying tomorrow was here at last. Kim explained to me it was not about weight loss but about changing my life style to enable me to restore optimum health. How right she was.
It was time to get started. I weighed in at 207 lbs. BMI: 38.7, Waist 115cm .Blood pressure 147/94. Body fat 38% and poor health to add to all of that. Today I am happy to say to anyone who feels the same way, and wants to improve their health, increase their energy. This is the way to go. Samui Detox for a week or two. Two if at all possible.
Eight days after completing my program with Samui Detox I have done a full medical check. My Blood pressure is back to normal 121 / 79 my cholesterol has dropped 73 points in one month HDL (Good cholesterol) increased from 21mg to 48mg. Weight down by 22lbs. My waist down from 41in to 36in. Neck size down from a 17.5in to 15.5in. Body fat down by 4% and my health is back to Good. My energy level has increased so much. I have never felt so good. I had been on medication for blood pressure & cholesterol. I no longer take medication. This has been an incredible result.
Here at work no one can believe how well I have done. I must admit I have surprised myself.
I would like to point out it did take dedication, determination, and will power that was made easy being in an environment with no distraction. There was the pre-cleanse, the fasting, the liver flush (that proved very successful for me) the rejuvenation, the Yoga and exercise. Gee’s tantalizing Thai Cuisine that I still long for day after day. I never could imagine healthy and well balanced meals could taste so good. (The food was excellent) If you have the time it is well worth doing a 3 to 7 day rejuvenation program after the fast so you can get into eating healthy and enjoy Gee’s cooking. And have lbs fall off at the same time. Amazing is the only way it can be described.
P/S. I am no longer on a diet or fasting. I am on an adjusted life style which I learned at Samui Detox and enjoy very much. Gym and eating properly. The knowledge, the support and the encouragement I have received while on the program, has set me up for success. I left Samui Detox with a plan that Kim worked on with me before leaving. A plan that is suited to each individual's life style. Kim’s favorite words. “Don’t deprive yourself of anything. Eat it in moderation."
Kim & Gee. Thank you. I have changed my entire life style. The goals we set to loose a further 20lbs before returning in April is proving to be easy, and enjoyable. The challenge that stood in front of me to loose 64 lbs looked impossible. And now after your program, it’s only a short reach away. I look forward to see yourself and Gee in April to continue my Journey. It’s no longer a challenge. It’s a life style. Your program at Samui Detox is second to none. I certainly recommend it to anyone who is interested in improving their health and would like to shed a few lbs. Samui Detox has to be one of the best. At Samui Detox success is in your hands. The setting is perfect. The hospitality impeccable. Great job well done. See you in April 2006
Once again Kim & Gee thank you for showing me the way.
Best Wishes and regards
Seamus Mee
Dear Kim & Gee,
Addicted to sugar is something people just say - but for me dinners would consist of a packet of chocolate biscuits, 2 snickers, 1 pack of revels, on top of my 6 bars each day. I had a real addiction that I'd failed to shake. Gee & Kim put me on the 7 day detox and it was hard!! But Kim was there to get me through the withdrawal and put a smile on my face. Gee taught me how good real food can taste. I love my new body and taste buds... I don't want to leave, I could live here forever, and yoga is my new addiction.
Thanks for everything (although not the frogspawn!)
Big Hugs, Wendy Collidge
First and foremost, Kim & Gee you have been absolutely excellent with me, you guys made me feel like part of "the family" immediately as I arrived and that was extremely reassuring for me walking into the unknown of a 7 day detox program! I have been blessed also with being surrounded by amazing characters over the last 7 days who I will keep in touch with and hopefully meet here once again!
My aim then is to extend "the family" by introducing my family, friends and colleagues to you both and the team (Samui Detox).
The whole experience has been life changing for me and I will be back to see you all soon.
Love and all the best in the future,
Philip Leckie (8th November 2005)
P.S. If anyone would like to speak to me about the program, please feel free to pass on my telephone number.
Dear Kim, Gee & the gang,
Thank you for the personal care and attention and the 'family' feel of the programme. I felt very welcome right from my arrival at the airport, and this is very important in getting through what is a pretty demanding programme - if you're fasting! I plan to come back in the near future on a rejuvenation course so that I can taste all of Gee's awesome looking and smelling cooking!
I feel thoroughly cleansed throughout and I have learned so much about lifestyle, nutrition and the digestive process. Kim - you are not just a jack of all trades, but a master of most!
All the best and I will definately keep in touch.
Papinder Gill (London)
Dear Kim,
Congratulations on the opening of your new health spa! I would be delighted to act as a referee for you. If any potential guests of yours need any further feedback or support in making a decision to experience your new venture, please feel free to forward this message on, and my phone and email if anyone wants to talk.
Having experienced the services offered by various spa operations, and having met the wonderful people involved in managing these, I can whole heartedly provide my sincerest of statements that the personal attention and professionalism shown by Kim to myself and other guests, whilst she was a manager of another Spa, was of a very high standard.
I found Kim to personally possess a wonderful blend of qualities that helped me through a great personal journey of transition to a clearer, more free and healthier self, to the extent that I can say it was one of the most fantastic 2 weeks I have ever had for myself, and I can’t wait to do it again. This was not something I could have done by myself, and is owed to the professional services Kim administered, with a personal touch that was powerful in care, support, patience and guidance. Her presence was extraordinarily commented on and felt by all whom benefited from her care and attention.
I haven’t been to Kims new Spa yet, but there is no doubt I will go soon. Knowing Kim, and understanding the program and ideals of what she has created in her own business, I have no doubt that a week or two in a program under her guidance would be a fabulous experience, very professionally organized, and full of the type of personal attention you wouldn’t get anywhere else. Having experienced some of the limitations of larger Spa operations, and knowing the desire to have a great personal outcome from such a program, I couldn’t recommend more highly the style of what Kim and her team have to offer. It’s certainly something I look forward to enjoying when I am there.
With regard to the program on offer, and having done somewhat similar previously with great results, I rate it as one of the best and most essential programs you could ever do for yourself. It’s a great challenge, and with the way it is organized, you come to the end of it with great highs, clarity, motivation and direction, and in my case 8 kg’s lighter which was a bonus!
From my personal perspective, if you are in doubt as to whether to go, don’t be, as it is a fantastic experience you can give yourself, so just do it! I am sure Kim will guide you through it, to be everything I experienced and more.
Good Luck with your journey, and enjoy the island of Koh Samui, the weather is great, it’s beautiful and the people are wonderful.
