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Dear Nino and staff,

I do feel much better all around (truly rejuvenated)....the whole experience was really positive. Mi liver, colon (i still amaze about all that stuff that came from inside) stomach feel better, I lost weight, also we made friends and I liked Thai people;

But above all I want to thank you Nino for getting me the prostate massager device....I began to use it on a gentle way and I did not get any improvements until I found more information on another website which recommended a more vigorous massage ,so a tried much harder and then all this white fluid came out and not just four drops (as I red on a website) but 30 or more.

I feel really happy for that because since then my symptoms have improved dramatically; I will do it again but they recommend a rest of few days; I will keep you posted..

Again, thanks  to you ALL. for your help.

Yours sincerely - A much happier and healthier...

Carlos Menedez

Hi Nino and  Everyone,

This is Morrie from Australia, I have now ended my journeys and returned to work in Australia.

I just want to thank you so much for you dedication to run such a programme that can actually help change peoples lives physically mentally and spiritually.

I have noticed quite a difference with my headache problem for the past few weeks but now that I have returned to work I can only think of somehow getting back to you to finish the job that we started. I hope that all is well and if by divine providence I will see you again soon.

Morrie (Australia)

Hello Nino and Ying,

we have returned home safely yesterday evening.
Flight was smooth and no delay.

We enjoyed the stay at Ar An resort and the detox program.
We would like to thank the staff for helping us during our stay;

Rod, the security;
Sunny, the Thai boxer;
Simon, the bar singer;
the cooks, laundry staff, cleaners whose names we didn't take down.

Take care!

BR/Frankie & Jenny (June '06 - Singapore)

Nino, Jo + Team,

Thanks for giving me the opportunity to turn my future around.

I have a wonderful kick start in losing 16 Kg. and a clear reminder of what it used to feel like…light, flexible, vital.

Plus I have a roadmap of my own that is going to keep it going.

Many thanks

Malcolm. (Australia - March - 2006 - 3 weeks intensive care program)


PS: Hope to send you another photo in 6 months time with another 16 kg gone!
 

Hey Nino, and all the gang.

Just thought I would write now I actually have two minutes to spare to thank you all for an amazing week.

I hope you guys are doing well. I have heard from Deirdre which was great, she is still eating clean.

I have been feeling great since I have been back, my partner has said he has never known me to be so chilled out and much easier to live with - not that I was that bad, but I had my days! Not to mention that as of yet, NO PMT !!! I no its only been a month, but even so, that's good stuff. Also I have had no joint pains either, which for me is a miracle after 2½ years of
ongoing pain and physio-therapy so I'm raving about your place right now as you can imagine, but I put that down to K. Arnie the massage lady beating me up :-)
Boy she was a tough cookie! But all worth the pain.

Anyway, I do hope all is going well and see you next year, and hope to hear from you soon with my pictures etc.

Many thanks & Take care.

Sian (March 2006)

BIG THANKS! to everyone and new mind and body - although I have been away only for 2 days feel like a fat lass already!!!

Had a great time - you were all superb. And i am a great place in my head.

It's weird no one has asked me if I have had any bowel movements for 2 days!

LOVE LISA (April 2006)

CURED BY MY SON!

Isn’t fantastic……
When I look and read all the testimonials I know only one thing, today you can put me on the long list together with all those “feeling tremendously good!”

You just have to do it otherwise you don’t believe the impact of the program.

For sure I had some apprehension before I started this challenge.

I am a 63 year old woman and had a lot of health complaints.
To start I was completely out of energy, taking years of pharmaceuticals for hypothyroidism.
Having an auto immune disease and since a while "leaky gut" syndrome.
Living with overweight since the last 15 years.

After a 7 day fast, liver cleanse and a 9 day colonic irrigation, I feel as reborn.

Today (1 month later) I am still without drugs (pharmaceuticals), no leaky gut syndrome anymore, and having my thyroid in balance, the first time since 20 years.
40 years ago I gave birth to my son and today the same boy rebalanced my body, thanks to the program of which he is the founder.

I just feel great!
Everyday I coop with “la joie de vivre”.
I have always been one of your nearest supporters and certainly in the early days, but never had such a life experience. I always thought it was made for the others, till the day I took the challenge 1 month ago.

Thanks a lot, my son, from teaching me and the world your life experiences.
Thanks also to your caring staff, they are great each and every one of them.

With love, Your mum.
April 2006.

Hi NBM Team,

This is Arthur Silver who was at your resort recently.
I made a mistake of my flight time and had to make such a sudden run to the airport for the early flight.

I regret not being able to give my sincere thanks to your incredible staff.
I can honestly say I feel so much more healthier.

My boxer won a Arizona State Title two day's ago and I have such an incredible picture of me in the ring with all the fan fare.

I really wish I could have gotten my final results to compare to the first one.

I definitely plan a return the beginning of September.

Art. (USA) Feb 2006

P.S. Arthur is booked again for the 26th of August... (Remark by Nino).

Nino,

I left yesterday and that's your day off. I want to thank you very much for a real life experience. I feel so good it just amazes me. What you have created helps us to go forward with confidence to help ourselves. In this world, that's rare. Thank you for a great week of effort and results.

I like your plain good sense approach to healing and I could easily relate to that. ....no razzamatazz!!!
I'll think hard on your feedback and bend my life into a better shape. I hope I'm not burdening you by emailing now and again with a question or two.
I can't think of any now but you never know.

Keep up the good work, mate.

Yours sincerely,
Tony O'Farrell - Dec. 2005
 

Nino,

 
I want to thank you and your staff for a most memorable experience! Your staff is awesome. My 10 day detox program was exactly what I was looking for.  I spent quite a bit of time looking into many different detox/cleansing programs on the internet and your program seemed to fit my needs.  This was my first fast/detox ever and I am 51 years old!  I live in the U.S. and even though I had to travel quite a distance, I thought I'd take the chance and I must say I got much more out of it than I had expected!  I have been home now for a couple of weeks and still feel great!  I have much more energy and now... more information to lead a more balanced life.  I took advantage of the Chinese cupping you offer and the HemaView test and couldn't have been more pleased and impressed.  I can't stop sharing my experience with everyone!  You have a great program, keep up the good work!  Thank you so much!
 
LaRue Nov. 2005
Friday Harbor, WA  USA 

 

Dear Nino,

I have to say that I've been feeling so much better in every way since returning, and everyone has commented how well I look. I really do think it's cured me of the chronic fatigue. I've been extremely careful and strict with food too, and it seems to be working. My main problem has always been keeping my blood sugar levels stable.
I think my week at New Body and Mind was one of the hardest things I've done, but amazing too.

Many thanks, and best wishes,
 

Ali Oct. 2005

Dear Nino,

My Mum is doing really well and has lost another stone since being home. She is taking it slowly and going to the gym once or twice a week. Her doctor was so amazed when he saw her and has taken her off her thyroid tablets. She is constantly raving to all her friends about how amazing the time was that we spend with you in Koh Samui - it really changed her life.

Anyway, I would love to come back at Xmas.

See you soon,

Hayley T. (U.K.)

Hi Nino and the gang!

I know its been nearly a month since I came to your resort but I just wanted  to say I had a fantastic time. I felt really rejuvenated and couldn't believe I managed to lose 6kg in 1 week. My skin looks great I look and feel great, I have been trying to keep to healthy eating but you know how it is sometimes you just have to eat what you like without over doing it.

When I arrived back hope I came back to England so happy and full of life
and not the sluggish person I once was.

Say hi to Moo and Kay, K.C., Joe and Kuhn Phung for me, tell them I miss them!
I have missed someone I have forgotten her name but she was great I really loved the chi gung classes.

I'm sure I will be back!

Take care everyone!

Kind regards,

Diana.
 

Hi Nino!

I am back in the states and well on to my healthy life style. I miss the clinic and you and your lovely staff. I hope you are relaxing as you deserve to. I have been thinking about next summer and coming to study and learn from you because I know you are a wealth of knowledge. I am tentatively looking at mid June through September. Let me know what you think. Thank you so much I had an incredible experience.

Jenna.
 

Nino,

I just wanted to thank you again for the amazing program. I feel fantastic. I would also like to thank Paula for her help and support as I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. She was very professional and helpful throughout. Also all of the lovely Thai staff, especially Moo and Kae (the very thin girl with the sense of humor) and the chef who when I finally got the chance to eat, prepared lovely food.

I wish you every success in your future ventures and look forward to another visit.

Many thanks.

Claire Matthews. (U.K.)
 

Hi Nino and Team,

I cannot believe that it is 3 months since I was in Koh Samui. Time really flies. I was doing really well until I went skiing with some friends in April for a week. But as soon as I got back to Hong Kong I started back on my plan again but have struggled a bit. I am still managing to maintain my weight loss but feel a little more sluggish than I did when I first returned from Koh Samui. I only wish I had enough annual leave to arrange another visit this year but I am afraid that this will not be possible, too many other commitments.

I hope that you and the team are well. I think about New Body and Mind often. My husband is amazed with the transformation. I think he assumed that this was just going to be a week away and that when I returned I would slip back into my old ways and end up putting the weight back on and feeling unwell again as I had for months and months prior to my visit. How wrong he was.

As I said before I will definitely see you in February 2006. To make it even easier you can now get a direct flight from Hong Kong to Koh Samui so no need to go via Bangkok.

Thanks again

Shelley
 

Thanks Nino, very much appreciated. Still feeling the great effects from Samui. Take care.

Jay S. - U.S.A.

Hi Nino,

I had been feeling unwell for some time. Nothing I could put my finger on just general lethargy, headaches etc. After doing some research on the Internet I came across your website. The detailed descriptions of the detox program and other treatments available were very useful and started me thinking. It wasn't until nearly a year later that I actually decided to book. I managed to persuade a friend to come with me, Mary. Actually she didn't need that much coaxing she was very keen from the outset. I have to admit that I was expecting very primitive surroundings but was pleasantly surprised. I loved the environment. The bungalows are very comfortable and it is surprising how attached you become to your new little home. The location is perfect, quiet and serene I immediately felt relaxed. To be honest I do not think that plush surroundings would work. There would be too many distractions and temptations. In my opinion if you come along with an open mind and positive attitude you are already half way there.

I think your retreat is particularly special as you only have a small number of people at any one time and therefore everyone gets personal service. I was very nervous about fasting. As a person who usually plans 2 to 3 meals ahead I seriously didn't think I could do it. How wrong I was. It was actually much easier than I expected and I didn't really feel hungry at all during my 7 day fast. You and your team were always on hand if we had any questions or wanted more information which is very reassuring. You always took the time to find out more about each individual and added different elements to each persons program to ensure optimum results. I do not think that we would have got that care from any of the other retreats on the island. The daily activities are well planned and I loved the fact that no-one was under any pressure to join in if they did not want to. It was interesting to note that because of this approach everyone did want to join in and therefore gained maximum benefit from their program. Your team are wonderful, particularly Paola who is a gem. I was very skeptical about meditation and Chi Gung but once I got into it I found it very enjoyable and started to look forward to these sessions. Paola is a great teacher and brings a very special quality to your team and I am very grateful to her.

After 7 days I felt fantastic. My energy levels were back and I actually looked healthy. I had managed to get under 10 stone something that I have not been able to achieve for over 8 years. I have been back for a week and a half and have maintained my weight loss and have significantly changed my eating habits. I have not had red meat at all since I have been back I have cut out dairy and coffee altogether. So far so good. I don't have the cravings I used to thanks to your workshops which educated me more about food and the impact to my body. It is a lot easier than I thought it would be thanks to the 18/21 rule. I have received many compliments since I have returned and still feel fantastic and I am keeping up the exercise as I have more energy.

If anyone is thinking about doing a detox/fasting program I would advise them not to hesitate just book it. I am just sorry it took me a year to get around to it. This is probably the best thing I have ever done for myself. The good news is that I have now found your retreat and intend to continue to use it in the future. I will certainly be booking next year but plan to
come for a little longer than 7 days. Thank you all so much and see you in February 2006.

Amanda U.K.

PS I hope that Jensi and the other dogs received their treats.

 

DEAR NINO AND PAULA,

 
ANYWAY I JUST WANTED TO LET U KNOW THAT THE PROGRAMME WAS THE BEST THING I HAVE DONE , ACTUALLY SINCE HAVING A BABY, AND AM KEEPING UP WITH THE HEALTHY EATING,AND EXCERCISE AND AM FREE OF SMOKING( ALTHOUGH THAT HAS BEEN TESTED TO ITS LIMITS) MOSTLY WHEN HUNGRY.

LOADS OF WORK HERE AND MISS YOU GUYS AND TELL KAE I AM MISSING HER.
 
LOVE
BRYONY

 

Dear Nino,

Where do I start? I guess I should begin by explaining that I am a 54 year old man that was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes’s in my late 40’s.  In October of 2004 I had my quarterly blood test and check up performed. Although my counts where ok (except my triglycerides) my doctor sat me down and bluntly told me that is I didn’t change my lifestyle I was going to be injecting insulin shortly to manage my diabetes. As a result, this would have a significant effect on my lifestyle and my long term health. He told me I needed to change my eating habits, loose weight, quit smoking my cigars, exercise, etc. Needless to say, he got my attention. I begin searching around to find a program (or programs) that would address all of the issues I had. During this process I came across New Body and Mind Retreats. Upon reading the website and testimonials I contacted Nino to get more information. After, speaking with my Doctor about the program I decided to go forward with the program and spend 3 weeks at the retreat working on my diabetic related issues. I was taking 8 pills a day to control my Diabetes and all the other issues that come with it (and with my lifestyle).  I began my retreat on November 22nd 2004. By the end of the month I was off all medications and my counts where stable. I finished the program December 14th and returned to Portland Oregon on the 15th. I saw my doctor on the 16th and he was astounded. He could not believe the changes. Here are my health statistics prior (October) to my trip to New Body and Mind:

o   Weight 216 pounds

o   Blood Pressure 142 over 82 Medicated with 25 milligrams of Lisinopril – HCTZ Daily

o   Resting heart rate 82

o   Cholesterol 195 medicated with 20 milligrams of Lipitor  and 1000 milligrams of slow release Niacin daily

o   HGBAC1A  (long term blood sugar measurement) 6.7 medicated with 2000 milligrams of slow release Glucophage, and 10 milligrams of Gylburide daily

o   Triglycerides 445

 

Here are my results after my retreat :

o   Weight 196 pounds (lost 26 pounds at retreat but gained a few back traveling home)

o   Blood Pressure 122 over 72 - NO Medication

o   Resting heart rate 66

o   Cholesterol 190-  NO Medication

o   HGBAC1A  (long term blood sugar measurement) 6.5 - NO Medication

o   Triglycerides 271

My doctor cannot believe the results and has taken me off all medications. I go in next week for another set of tests but I believe my counts will be even better. It takes several months for some of the counts to come all the way down (HGBAC1A, Cholesterol and triglycerides). I can’t begin to describe how good I feel and how relieved I am to be medication free. For those of you that are type 2 diabetics this program can change your life.

I want to thank Nino and all of his staff for helping me become medication free and adding years to my life.

Sincerely,

John H Price
 

Dear Nino, how are you?

 
I'm sticking to a healthy diet, still same weight, haven't touched dairy, chocolate or diet coke. But had a few champagnes and wines... well only a few...
  
Send my love to all the staff also.
 
I truly relish my experience at your resort Nino. I know it will be a challenge to not stack on unhealthy foods, but so far so good.
 
In whole I really liked the rooms and premises, atmosphere and the location and beach couldn't be nicer, loved the tranquil still blue waters... paradise. I even coped with cold water shower, and once I saw what was being released from my body, i even enjoyed the colonics, well as much as one can with something that is unpleasant, but not painful.
 
I loved the carrot juice and vege broth, and the coconut milk, grew on me till I really loved it. It was so nice of the girls to show me recipes of pumpkin soup and salad. Maybe these could be included in the booklet you prepare. Which was terrific with valuable info, especially about NutraSweet...shocking, but I somehow knew this. No more diet coke... I mourn.
 
The yoga and Chi Kung were very rewarding, I felt great after each session, especially meditation. It took me six days, but I finally can meditate for a while at a time, It was difficult to stop my frantic mind from wandering. Paula will be happy to hear that I  am practicing Chi Kung every day, and walking every day. It really works to get rid of headaches and wake you up in the morning.
 
Paula is such a gift, she was beautiful to learn from, her gentle smiling way so gorgeous, I have adopted many of her healing therapies, which I believe are invaluable for me and my stressful western lifestyle. But no more stress, free spirited now and calm.
 
The detox worked both physically and emotionally and mentally. I had some negative energy prior to starting the detox and left cleansed and light and energetic and positively glowing with good health and optimism.
 
While I was very happy to lose 4kg, now I can fit into my size 10 clothes again! I was especially happy to feel so energetic and liberated from past traumas and ills. I am "aware" now of food and healing exercise and am so thrilled to be able to finally balance my inner peace with my physical fitness. and will continue to do so.
 
I would definitely recommend it to my friends, I think there is already a few looking into it! I would definitely return in time.
 
A beautiful place with a great program that works.
 
Thank you Nino, keep giving the resort your time and new found herbal medicines. Good luck to you and the staff and may 2005 bring joy and fulfillment and peace.
 
Love
 
Annette T. 5th of Jan. 2005
(Perth)

 

Hello Nino, Mary, Chip, Ian, Paula, Lucy, Moo, John en all others,.

 
I would also like to thank you for your program and personal advice Nino, it really works and I haven't gone so long without a headache and hope to continue that great run. I feel like a new person and enjoyed the experience immensely.
 
Thank you Paula and Lucy and Pung and the all the staff, your friendly faces greeting me each morning was so refreshing and lovely.
 
Good luck to all and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!
 
love, hugs and kisses
 
Annette T. 30th of Dec. 2004
(Perth)

 

Nino,

Thank you very much for your help & guidance during our recent stay. I have not touched Dairy or Wheat since you advised me not to, and guess what? No asthma for the first time in 30 years!

Thanks again and I also trust that you have been unaffected by the terrible disaster of this last week.
 

Rex White  - 15th Dec. 2004

Hi Nino,
Give my regards to everyone; and let them know I am still 'shrinking'...I continue to walk everyday, am doing yoga at least once per week and am eating according to what I learned there...AND I must say that the 18-21 rule has saved me more than once...interesting how a person uses slipping off their diet as a reason to continue to do so...
 
Anyway I will be to 220....i.e.  100 kilos by the end of January...something I haven't experienced for about 10 years.  Thanks again for being everything I needed. 
 
Jody - Dec 2004

 

Hi Nino

Thank you for helping Paul to control his diabetes, you managed to get through to him, and so far he is monitoring his sugar level and keeping down the insulin level that he injects.

Once again thank you for your help.

Regards

Bill - Dec 2004

 

Dear Nino,

I’m writing to commend you on the superb detox program you’ve organized at New Body and Mind. I’ve done a weekly fast/cleanse program twice before – once on my own, and once at another spa on Koh Samui – but never before with the ease and lasting beneficial results I obtained in your program.

Your location on a tranquil un-touristy beach, without the distraction of noisy discos and seaside pubs and restaurants was ideal for concentrated effort.
Your teachers and practitioners – Mark, Dheena, Moira, and Paula – are true healing professionals (amid a field that attracts its share of frauds and charlatans), and
you yourself are a wise and sensitive counselor.  Mr. Moo, Mr. Nain and the rest of your staff were attentive to my every need, and it was worth going without food for 7 days JUST to taste Ms. Peung’s delicious pumpkin cream soup at the end of my fast.

I also appreciated your all-inclusive pricing – having to pay a la carte for daily massage and herbal steam (as I had to in the past) tends to limit one’s enjoyment of these essential services; and I know of no other spa with such close attention to one’s underlying medical conditions. You know, even having
done this all before I was APPALLED at the gunk I flushed out of my system (though it was a relief to finally learn what became of that Tootsie Toy car I
lost when I was eight.)

Kidding aside, I feel GREAT – I left Samui 15 pounds lighter, fortified with greater understanding and new body skills, and the commitment to make the healthful
changes in my life that I learned at New Body and Mind permanent.  THANK YOU!

D. Dann (Chicago, IL) Nov. 2004
 

Dear NB&M Crew,

Thank you, thank you and thank you… It has been a transforming week.  I have been re-birthed, reprogrammed and rejuvenated.  I have met all of my personal goals and feel motivated to continue in my home setting.  Where do I start?  The staff are truly what makes a place tick.  I want to know what makes Dheena tick!  She is a golden asset and has made my stay so special.  I thank the ground and kitchen staff for their attention to detail.  As I’m in the service industry any expectations were exceeded.  Thank you Moo for your approachable and kind manner – Mr Fix it or find it!!!  Thank you to Nino for the opportunity for me to be a part of your living dream and sharing your past, present and viewpoints which I closely relate to.  I cannot wait to write an article which captures all facets of your property.  All flight attendants can benefit big time from this.

I could go on and on but I will love you and leave you on a beautiful end to a truly priceless experience.  I’m back on track…

Love Kelly  - Nov 2004

Dear Dheena, Moo and everyone in the team,

Thank you again for giving me so many positive changes in my life.  When I think back to how I felt and of my frame of mind when I arrived here 2 weeks ago, the transformation is indescribable.  Even though I was embarking on an extensive period of travel, I was apprehensive, cynical and full of negativity when I arrived bleary eyed and jet lagged.  Now as I sit here writing this, I’m like a kid in a sweet shop (non-acidic sweets of course!), looking forward to everything that life throws at me.

Even though this is my second visit here, I would say that this has been even more productive than the first (I had believed the opposite would be true), but not imagining that I could surpass the extraordinary results of my first stay.

You have a very special place here.  An oasis of calm where people can work out their problems and priorities in life with as much or as little support as they need.  Every single member of staff are polite, helpful and ever smiling, helping us bloated, toxin-ridden westerners to put our bodies and minds back together again.

 These 2 weeks have, yet again, proved to be the most productive of my life.

 Thank you all for your kindness, patience, understanding and hospitality.

 Richard Connelly,  London

Trying to put all this in words is not a simple task.  Suffice to say it has been the most cathartic experience I have ever had… Working on all levels: the body, mind, emotions and spirit you plunge into purging and purifying yourself.

With a beautiful team led by Dheena and Moo (Nino wasn’t here when I came) guiding and encouraging all the way (and there for you anytime) with bundles of energy, enthusiasm and optimism.

Then there are the other participants.  I was blessed to be surrounded by wonderful people and we really did share a unique and life-altering process that ends up binding total strangers together and then leaves you with that bonding to take with you.

- Was it easy?  Not at all
- Was it worthwhile?  It’s the best thing I’ve ever done for myself.
- Would I ever do it again?  Undoubtedly!

Kevin Brown,  Seoul, S. Korea

Dear Dheena
 

Just  quick e-mail to thank you and all your staff for all the help and encouragement you offered during my stay with you.
 
I found the detox program to be very beneficial to my health and well being. I have now changed my eating habits and also become a member of gym, which i visit 3 times a week.
 
In fact I am seriously considering doing a return trip with a friend in early Jan 2005.
 
I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks to you, for all the support whilst Nino was away.

Also pass on my appreciation to Moo for his support.
  
Hoping to see you all soon
 
Best regards
 
Mir.

I am happy to provide you with a testimonial. The service and program run by Nino, Dheena and the other management was everything I expected and more. I would recommend it wholeheartedly.

My experience was that people went there for differing reasons, and I would say that 95% of everyone I met left with a very positive experience and great physical, mental and emotional changes. I believe those that didn’t, either did not commit to the program or had no real desire or purpose for being there in the first place. I went to escape a mental state of mind, which had me feeling very trapped for 3 years…and had deteriorated my health, I knew that change was coming and I chose this place to help me kick start the process. 

The chance to meet other people in a closed program was also a great bonus. I noticed almost everyone had certain expectations at first, but as soon as they learnt to let those go, the whole range of benefits that the detox program is capable of delivering comes flooding in, with immediate and noticeable changes. For me, I realized some deep rooted issues and behaviors that I was not thinking about before I got there, and was relieved to have these surface and then dissipitate.

The accommodation was 3 star in style, clean and roomy with a good ambience…20m from the beach and surrounded by palm trees and well maintained gardens…I enjoyed this a lot and the food was very nice. You wont find it to be a 5 star resort with a bar and pool, but I think you will find its service and program to be 5 star quality.

Lastly, I can understand your want to obtain feedback and testimonials before you go….what you see on the website is a good example of what you get, but go with your heartfelt desire…if you really want the reconnection back with yourself, I don’t believe you will get this from a 5 star bedroom…you will need the challenge, discipline and support that New Body and Mind program and environment provides.

I would advise not thinking ‘too much about it’, it sounds like you need and want it and have already made your mind up, I would recommend just doing it…I was impressed and enjoyed the results for me, so I cant actually give you many negatives….whether I said good or bad things I think trying to control an outcome with your own full expectation before you commence it, will only lead to conflict and disappointment, with fewer results, as I think it was different with a good outcome for most. The management there have good experience and will provide the care and pathway to help you achieve the most possible, trust in their process…results will also come in areas you least expect.

I lost 7 kg’s and have maintained the loss of 5kg since I have been back. My experience though is that weight loss occurs easily when the other emotional and mental balances are there…the program will help you with this…its not just about the weight loss, this is just the most tangible notice of change, I think if you go with an open mindset that it will deliver more than just the loss of weight, and accept the program, you will leave feeling very happy.

If it is a spiritual, mental, emotional and physical detox and life changing opportunity you want, then go. Good Luck and Just Do It! I don’t believe you will regret it. Say hi to Dheena and Nino for me. I would be interested to hear what the others thought also.

Mark Myers (Australia)
 
Dear Nino, Dheena, and Moo,
 
I have been back in Tokyo for almost a week now.  The difference between how I feel now and how I felt before I left to go Koh Samui is tremendous and I want to thank you.
Everyone who has seen me this past week has commented on how much I have changed in such a short period of time....for the good.
 
Two weeks ago, as I left for Koh Samui, I was depressed, stressed, and not sure a week of fasting by myself was appropriate at this time.  And, after arriving and being stuck by a taxi for 1000 baht to the resort, I had become worse.
 
But, by the next morning and every morning after, my attitude slowly melted away and a Ryan that I used to know, slowly took over my body and mind over the week.  While the fasting gave me a sense of self satisfaction (except when I was drinking the volcanic charcoal drinks), the program set up by New Body and Mind, kept me involved and focused while I was there.  But more importantly, it helped me learn how to keep more control and care over my body and mind, which I can take with me and use for my life. 
 
Granted, I feel very lucky that I met other fasters, such as Ian and Mir, which made the experience more fruitful than I could ever have imagined.  But, the system you have developed is a major part of that, and I hope you continue to on this road.  Please don't lose the amount of patient care for the almighty baht!!  The quaint, tranquil feeling of AR AN Resort is a perfect location for this program and the participant restriction of 12 is very important to the cause.
 
Dheena,  thanks again for your undying support and answers to all of my skeptical questions.  You are a gem.
 
Sincerely,
 
Ryan Drees (June 2004)
 
PS- Please thank the staff again for all their help-especially the ever smiling lady cook for all the limes and my packed Thai lunch!
Dear Nino,

Thank you for your reply. I didn't want to hassle you as I know you had your fathers visit to cope with. I have been thinking of you over the last few weeks, because you were such an inspiration to me, and wish for you the freedom I have found. I hope his visit will have helped chase your demons away as you have helped myself and countless others. I have had a couple of blips, but the biggest difference is, I don't dwell all-day long on the past, and make up ridiculous scenarios of what could happen. I've also found I laugh so much, I feel like I have been transported into a new body. My trip to China was amazing, I had such a sense of achievement. The last few months have given me the confidence and renewed enthusiasm to map the path I want to take in life again. As for the new way of eating, its not the easiest of things to adopt in the 'real' world unfortunately, as I had never felt so fit, healthy and clean in my life!! It's much better than it was though! and I haven't eaten meat since I came to you.

 
Hope to hear from you soon,
 
Best wishes
 
Jackie John - UK

Dear Nino,

I’ve been wanting to thank you very much for my time at New Body and Mind and to say how much I enjoyed it. I felt so well looked after and it was great to be able to share experiences with so many lovely people. I can’t believe how much it really turned my lifestyle around. I was such a pies and pints kind of girl before! Now everyone is having to slowly get used to my no wheat, no meat and no dairy diet.

I’ve kept the faith since coming back and even taken to jogging in the mornings before work (no, really!). So many of my friends, family and work colleagues have asked me what the secret is, or how I can give up so much of the food that they take for granted every day. But I think they know why I do it because I have to say I think I’m looking the healthiest I have ever looked. I’ve told everyone about you and can only hope that some of the message gets through to them.

So thanks once again to you and to the whole of the rest of the team without whom the week would not have been the same.

Lucy Armstrong - June 11th 2004

A New Dawn - June 8th 2004

I've been inspired to do many things in my life, and sometimes chosen the wrong path because I failed to follow my heart.  I knew that coming here would end a chapter in my life and open a new one.  I don't know what drives you Nino, but THANK YOU.  I'm glad I came along for the ride.  It has been the most thrilling experience of my life.  Perhaps utopia is around the corner after all!  I came, I saw, I conquered.  You can do it too. 

CARPE DIEM - 'Super' Nova A. (U.K.)

Special thanks to superwoman Dheena and the A Team.  I hope you all realize my life will never be the same again.


Dear Nino,

Just a quick note to say well done!! My mum got back today and she looks and sounds amazing...another success story for New Body and Mind Resort...mum says she feels so great she can't wait to come back again with dad ... Claire and i will also be having another visit probably sometime in December so we are all hooked.

Tom Tuthill Wellington U.K. (Feb. 2004)

Hi Nino,

I've been keeping to the diet, found a tai chi class locally, bought my juicer, water filter, steamer and all the healthy food etc so its should all be good- thanks to you, seriously Nino you really helped me - my sister didn't recognize me as I walked back thru Heathrow so you have truly done me the world of good and I fully intend to keep it.

It's really hard to find the words to express my gratitude but I'm sure as time goes by there will be plenty of occasions for me to show my appreciation, until then just don't worry if you feel you ears burning- its just me singing your praises and recommended everyone come and stay with you - loads of love and positive
energy being sent your way everyday.

I'm not brilliant with email so don't worry if you don't hear from me all the time I'll do my best but your always be in my thoughts - take care of yourself and thanks again.

Love and best wishes to everyone xxx

Leane F. London U.K.  (Feb. 2004)

Dear Nino & Staff,

Just a short note to say a very big thank you for all you and your excellent staff did for me on my 6 day fast/9 day stay. I came with some expectations of what I might get out of the whole experience and left with everything I wanted and ten times more. What surprised me most was how clear my mind-body-spirit connection has now become and has changed the way I now approach everyday life and the many challenges it poses. I am forever grateful for taking the plunge in doing the program and to you for all that you have put together in making it happen.

Thanks Again !

David T. - United Kingdom (Feb. 2004)

Hi Nino,

For six years now I have pursued a quest to get my health back after suffering numerous sports injuries and a poor lifestyle finally catching up with me. I've seemingly been everywhere and tried most things but having now returned home from the New Body and Mind Retreat on Koh Samui, run by Nino Lambert, I can honestly say I have turned a corner and am nearing a pain free body at last. When I arrived at the resort I came with the intention of immersing myself fully in whatever was on offer to help my ailing frame. My wishes were well and truly answered as I was introduced to a wealth of information, treatments and experiences on all aspects of health that made perfect sense. From colonic irrigation to coffee enemas, from spirulina vitamin shakes to magical meditation sessions in a subtly lit wooden sala, the range and depth of what was on offer was very impressive. You could take part as much or as little as you wanted, the choice was yours, but the group energy was always there to encourage and discuss every last detail!

The backdrop of the location was superb with memorable moments being spent swinging gently in the hammock strung between two palm trees watching the
afternoon sun slipping down to the ocean horizon. Even the local ferries nearby became a rhythmic part of daily life and added to a sense that the rest of the world could carry on without my being back home at my desk and computer terminal.

The wealth of information given on nutrition has literally changed the way I eat and having just done my first big food shop since returning home I must have spent a good hour and a half going round looking in aisles I've never visited before. I've also bought a steamer and the vegetables I used to eat raw now taste unbelievable (a bonus of a detox is a heightened taste sense) with the intended benefit of destroying parasites that were causing me havoc when I thought I was eating healthily! This is not just some passing fad that will fade in 2 weeks as when you realize what effects the food you were putting into your system was having you never want to go back - especially now the system has been fully cleansed. I'm even eating less than before and actually getting more energy out of it all - a double whammy from greater
nutritional food and a more efficient system processing it.

However the aspect I came away with that I least expected was a strong mind-body-spirit connection. I've often read about this concept and thought I had this but until I fully had it I had no idea how powerful and wonderful it can be to experience. It only seems to happen to those that are ready but I can instantly see it now in people who are there. It's a person on a totally even keel, not over-reacting, not under-reacting, not taking life too seriously but risk aware and always seeing the bigger picture. I hope to remain in this state for as long as I can as already I am acting differently
in situations that used to stress me out and the benefit to health from this angle must be immense alone. The daily meditations, yoga sessions, awareness of thought patterns, effects of fasting and detoxing as well as some of the best and most intense massages I've ever had all contributed to producing this effect gradually but surely.

All that remains for me to say is that so much happened to me on this retreat that my diary of it all came to 88 A6 sized pages which gives you some idea of the intensity of it all. Nino, the yoga, chi gong and meditation teachers, the staff, the beauty of the location and the spirit of adventure in each and every one of the detoxers there made it a memorable time for sure. If you are umming and arring about whether to go or not it is not for the faint hearted but if you meet the program just 50% of the way you will get a huge pat on the back from your body and maybe even a touch of magic to go along with it!

Yours in health and friendship,
David Turfitt U.K. (Feb. 2004)

I really enjoyed my stay with you, and it's left me with permanent benefits (so far anyway!). Not only have I kept the weight off that I lost but I've lost more, and I think the detox process that was kick-started on Koh Samui has continued in the background since I've been back as I can't find any cellulite now (which wasn't the case when I got back).

I have changed my eating habits, and am gathering together a small set of recipes that are healthy and easy and quick as my staple set of meals, which I plan on when I'm shopping. I have to confess though that I freeze 3 or 4 portions after I've cooked, which I know you don't approve of! I've been doing a lot of vegetable soups.

Thanks Again and Wish you Well. - Wendy L. London - U.K. (Jan. 2004)

After completing the liver flush on the 5th day of my fast, I was amazed to see just what has been sitting in my liver and gallbladder, basically a big handful of gravel (gall stones).

I am 33 years old. I drink, and enjoy myself probably a bit to much at the weekend. I partied hard in my youth and took advantage of what was around me.

I Don't eat meat, only fish, I run and exercise regularly and consider myself to be a fairly health human being.

How wrong I was !

Now at the end of the program, I feel more positive than I have in years. I've lost weight, have lots more energy, my eyes are white and not gray and I feel a healthy glow around myself and an inner calm.

Not bad for a weeks work !!!

Without wanting to sound to evangelical, this is one of the best things I have done for myself. I cannot recommend it more highly.

Thanks Nino.

Mike E. - London U.K. (Dec. 2003)

Dear Nino and Staff,

When I arrived at the resort, I was not sure that I could make it through the program.  I was anxious to get started and Nino kept telling me to relax.  It took me a few days to figure out why Nino took that approach.   I have never felt so at peace in my entire life.  I never have felt so safe.  My journey to recovery unfolded as the days passed.  Although I did not plan on fasting during my stay, I got excited about truly cleansing my body and taking out the cellular memory that caused the cravings.  After my fifth day on the Island , with Nino’s guidance, I began a fast.  This was truly a euphoric experience and I believe it is what helped me reach the deepest part of my mind and body where the answers lied. 

New Body and Mind Resort is the most beautiful place on this planet and the support staff of Toon, Pan and Pfi are amazing.  For the first time in my life, I am 100% confident that I will be able to stay sober.  My body feels great and I have a whole new perspective on life.  I finally understand my connection with the universe and the importance of staying grounded and peaceful.  Nino gave me the tools I needed to practice sobriety in my daily life.   I would recommend the program to anyone who wants to reach inside for the answers and is truly ready to heal.  I plan on going back every year or so to fast and renew my commitment to myself.  Thank you so much for the love, guidance and support.  Nino, you are the best.

I miss the Island everyday,

Love and Light,

Briana - Age 41 - California - USA (Sept. 2003)

Dear Nino.

You really mean the world to me, I am forever grateful you were there when I couldn't be there for myself. I hope all is well and you can continue to heal.

Much love,
Jess.

Jessica - Age 32 - California - USA

Dear Nino,

How are you?

as things here get better and better, month, by month, i often think of you. do you remember when we had a little workshop while we were sitting at the gas station having your car washed? that was great. that said to me that introspection and a sense of humor can coexist. you helped me begin to trust in myself and the universe that day at the gas station! i don't even try to explain that to anyone here. so thanks a lot. 

rock on, dude
 love, kate - Age 36 - New York - USA

Hi Nino and Staff,

Thank you for everything you have done for me. I feel more healthy, more energy, fresh and very happy ! I will maintain and try to improve my health.
I hope your business will continue to flourish.
Thank you again Nino, Toon, Onn, Phai, Nat and Nit.
I will recommend all my friends to come and do a fast at New Body and Mind.

Sakao, Paeng BKK - Thailand

Dear Nino,

This is truly the most wonderful experience I ever had in my life !
I quit smoking and feel like a million $$$.
Can't wait to come and see you next year.
Keep up the great work !

Gary Russo - Reno Las Vegas - USA 

Dear New Body and Mind Team,

Believe it or not... I've lost 10 Kg. (22 pounds) in 2 weeks.
Tried several other diets and supplements but nothing did quite the job like your program. Say hello to the massage girls and Dr. Chakra - their bowel massages helped me a lot to release mucus and toxins.

Never felt like this is years !! Merci Beaucoup, Thanks Again...

Monique - Deprez Paris - France