Testimonials

My painful psoriasis of 25 years has completely gone. I went to Katrina's retreat in January 2017, lost 7lbs after the week and left inspired to really get into my juicing. About two months after the retreat, I realised that the painful psoriasis on my scalp had completely healed. After 25 years, that is a life changing result. I can honestly say that Katrina's retreat is well worth a week out of your life and I couldn't be happier with my results.

What an amazing week.  I arrived like Eeyore in ‘Winnie the Pooh’ – sluggish, lethargic, jaded and heavy – and am leaving like, Tigger.  I literally want to jump for joy, and can’t wait to start my new life!  Not only has my health done a 180 degree flip, my brain has been hugely stimulated by everything I’ve learned.  The Body Toolkit Retreat clearly attracts a very special clientele and each person has been a joy.  I know I'll be back!

This has been the best gift anyone has ever given me.  Your juices and soups were lovely, and I’m going home to share your knowledge.  I’m leaving here a lighter, more confident person. The best thing I have ever done - I will be back!  

I really loved my time at the retreat, and thoroughly benefited from my week.  A great mix of lovely surroundings, good company, support, fun and advice - not to mention the juices!  Now back home refreshed, positive and seven pounds lighter. Despite considerable efforts, I have not managed to be this weight for four years; so the retreat has been just what I needed and more.  

I came to The Body Toolkit because of post-viral fatigue and depression – I needed to get back to basics with my nutrition.  Tasty juices and soups, gorgeous walks and time to think and make BIG decisions about my life.  During my week at the retreat, I realised how unhappy I was in my job and that it was impacting my health.  I looked into redundancy when I got back to work and two months later I left work and my career. I now have a new job, am spending more time on my hobbies and I couldn’t be happier! 

The January Virtual Retreat gave me one of the best and most positive starts to a new year that I can remember. For anyone swithering about joining, I would urge you to just do it! I didn’t own a juicer prior to the retreat and now it’s in use every morning. Katrina is a very supportive host and the check-ins were informative and a lovely opportunity to catch up with our fellow online cleansers. Great value, lovely people, and positive changes for life.

Everyone has been commenting on how good I look! I’ve lost 8lbs and I really noticed a difference with my joints and energy level during my exercise class. I want to thank Katrina for her patience, kindness and for the incredible range of 'tools' I now have. A million thanks.

Katrina's passion is inspirational, the set-up sublime and the experience extraordinary.  Juicing, sleep, walks, good company and quiet reflection in the Highlands is a magical experience.  Now being 4.5lbs lighter I am delighted that I won't have to replace the contents of my wardrobe, thanks to Katrina's sterling efforts! 

I lost a considerable amount of weight, the horrible effects of IBS disappeared within two days and my blood pressure has normalised for the first time in 30 years. If you're scanning this website wondering whether or not the investment of time and money might be worth it - just book right away. Katrina has given me insights into how to live a better, richer and (I hope) longer older age. I have never made a better investment.

A heartfelt thank you for everything: I arrived in an extremely fragile state and now feel like a new woman. It is incredible. See you soon for another 'reset'.  

(12 months post retreat) I've gone from several anxiety attacks a day (3-4 major ones per week) for the last 22 years, to absolutely nothing in a year. It's clear cut, measurable 100% fact that something has chemically changed for me since the retreat. Not only due to the week of digestive rest, high nutrition, rest, positivity and support but also due to me continuing it afterwards. (You can read more about Craig's experience and results here).

When I booked the retreat I was overweight, lacking enthusiasm, drinking too much, and generally just getting by. I needed a 'reset' of some sort - and boy, did the retreat deliver! Amazing walks, inspirational workshops and thought-provoking information, all expertly hosted and managed by Katrina - who was just amazing throughout. My time at the retreat saw my weight fall by 12lbs, and my resting heart rate reduce by 10%. I feel calmer, lighter, much brighter and I have much more energy - such a positive impact in just a few days.

My daughter was right to praise Katrina so much – she is a true inspiration.  I have enjoyed everything about the retreat: the juices, the walks, conversations, workshops – just everything.  I feel like a new woman!  

Highly recommend. A relaxing, inspiring and educational week. Katrina has created a wonderful retreat in the Highlands with delicious juices, informative talks and beautiful walks in the most stunning scenery. The retreat exceeded expectations and also got to meet an amazing group of people. I look forward to repeating the experience very soon.

My new start in life. I am a transformed woman. Katrina’s kindness, intuition and passion for what she does has touched so many, and I know will reach many, many more.  From a depressed, overweight, woman in her late 50's, I am now feeling more like I was in my 30's and over 14lbs lighter. I am leaving happier, fresher, lighter and ready to get going again. 

I am so pleased I came to this retreat at this time.  I never thought I could last a week but Katrina's lovely juices and smoothies made it so easy and I wasn’t hungry once!  My flaky, itchy skin on my foot has completely cleared up and my wheezy chest has almost gone as well.  Wonderful to have some “me time” after an awful year, and I return home a new woman, determined to continue on the path Katrina has led.

On the retreat I lost 2kg which I was delighted with, but more importantly I was able to reset my mindset. I have built new routines from my learnings, and I decided not to return to caffeine, and have cut out the mid-week alcohol, processed foods and sugar. As a result, my weight is now down 6kg, and I feel amazing! I have so much more energy, the menopause night-sweats have gone, and my outlook and my mindset is much more positive. Thanks again, I really feel like I have created new habits for living and I am very proud of that.”

I feel so much better in both body and mind after this magical week.  On the fourth night I managed to sleep for over six hours - something I haven’t managed to do for over a year! I feel so much calmer and my husband is now completely won over to juicing, which has now replaced our breakfast! 

The entire 6 days were magic; I am transformed and Katrina is responsible.  It was such fun, so informative and so healthy – what joy to be able to rest without guilt. The Body Toolkit really works - it has changed my life. 

Wow, what a great week at The Body Toolkit Retreat at Garmoran Square. What a great location to unwind. Feeling completely re-energised and positive - long may it last. Katrina was fabulous, so professional, informative and enthusiastic - a breath of fresh air.

I arrived emotional, tired and in much need of rest, but also a refocus on what is important in life.  Through her gentle coaching, great advice on nutrition and wonderful walks in the beautiful Scottish countryside, Katrina helped me to refocus and feel more able and equipped to handle the stresses that life throws at us.  So many of us could benefit from a week here.  

I am leaving here inspired to not only change the way I eat, but to make radical changes to my whole lifestyle!  Katrina has taught me so much about nutrition, health and wellbeing but also about “being kind” to myself and accepting and loving myself.  Thank you for being the truly inspirational woman that you are.  p.s. I have also discovered a truly beautiful part of Scotland.  

I cannot thank you enough for changing my life around. Before the detox I was a mess: overweight, bloated, in constant pain, struggling to cope with my Mum's death. Since the retreat, I have lost 8lbs in weight and I am pain-free, after years of suffering with sciatica. The detox inspired me to go gluten-free, caffeine-free and to avoid dairy as much as possible, and the changes have made a huge difference to my digestion. The best thing is that I feel like a changed person; mentally there's been a massive shift. My mood is so much better, I'm coping with the loss of my Mum, and I'm finding myself more able to be a kinder, nicer person. Keep up the good work Katrina, you are doing more good than you know.

This retreat was the best gift I could have given myself - it has been a lot easier than I expected, thanks to Katrina's support and encouragement.  I never felt deprived or hungry, no cravings for my usual weaknesses and my taste buds have been re-educated. How easy it is now to get my 5+ a day! Thank you for starting me on the path to continued good health.

The Body Toolkit retreat is the best thing I have ever done. After the week, I have lost 7 pounds, my skin is brighter and I feel absolutely amazing. Katrina is so supportive and provides such a wonderful experience. 

'Thank you' seems not enough. You treated all of us like royalty - it was a fabulously restful, enjoyable and informative week.  We so needed it. You epitomise all that you teach, and that makes it even more powerful and inspiring.  Donald lost a stone and I lost 6lbs during our time with you and we are determined and inspired to keep going in pursuit of our best health. 

Amazing week.  I am so glad that I chose to afford this.  Katrina is so good at what she does.  When I came here my energy levels were at their lowest ever; I felt I was running on empty.  I am leaving with my old vitality and energy, and I am enthusiastic about the future – a healthier future.  When Katrina talks of ‘exceptional health’ that is exactly what she means.  The other word I liked on the website was ‘gentle’, and somehow it was that too.