Cheltenham Holistic Health Centre

05/12/2023

Treat a loved one to a CHHC gift voucher this Christmas. Available for any amount and any treatment Choose from over 25 treatments and therapies. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk to find out more. To order your gift voucher simply email us at [email protected] or call us on ☎ 01242 584140.

04/12/2023

According to NICE (the National Institute for Health and Excellence), adults in the UK experience an average of two to three colds a year and children an average of five to eight. If you're suffering with a cold (or flu) there are many ways you can help to alleviate symptoms without reaching for the over counter drugs.

Zinc - has been known to support the immune system as well as having an antiviral effect. It is best to take to take zinc at the first signs of illness ( 50-100 milligrams daily)

Vitamin C - taking 1,000 milligrams of vitamin C daily can help to ward off the flu as it helps the immune system to function and boosts white blood cells. Taking up to 4,000 milligrams daily when you are experiencing symptoms can help relieve you of any major discomforts. Boost your Vitamin C levels by eating lots of fruit and vegetables daily, including bell peppers, leafy greens, kiwi, broccoli, berries, oranges, tomatoes and green peas.

Vitamin D - is produced in the body by sunlight and can help build the immune system, therefore helping to reduce the risk of catching the flu. With recent research showing that low vitamin D levels are linked to higher rates of cold, flu and respiratory infections, it’s important to keep your vitamin D levels at the recommended amount. During the winter months when vitamin D through sunlight is reduced, supplementing with 10020 micrograms.

Other natural remedies include - ginger (antioxidant properties and anti-inflammatory), garlic (immune boosting), elderberry (sinus support). Getting lots of sleep and drinking lots of liquids.

01/12/2023

So here we are - 1st December! The countdown to Christmas is officially on!

30/11/2023

Keep your gut in tip top health with a regular Colonic Hydrotherapy treatment with our fantastic Practitioner Lesley Painter. Visit her website for more information https://www.dandelionnutritionandhealth.co.uk/

December is filling up fast so get yourself booked in for a cleanse to ensure your tummy is in the best possible condition for Christmas!

29/11/2023

Last couple of days to make the most of our Refer a friend promotion. We will give you 10% off your next treatment for every friend your refer who books a treatment with us until the 30th November. Each friend who books a treatment will receive 10% off their first treatment. Simply email us to refer your friend and copy your friend in or call us and let us know the details and we will do the rest! Simple!

23/11/2023

Thanksgiving for all our blessings - our family, friends, health, the roof over our heads and the food that we eat. Let us show gratitude the things we may sometimes take for granted.

22/11/2023

Keep your gut in tip top health with regular Colonic Hydrotherapy. Our wonderful Practitioner Lesley is a Colonic Hydrotherapist and Nutritional Therapist and supports people with a range of symptoms and conditions, as well as those embarking on a cleanse or detox.

To book your gut health consultation and treatment visit www.chhc.co.uk or contact Lesley at [email protected]. See prices below. To find out more about Lesley you can also visit her website www.dandelionnutritionandhealth.co.uk

💧Colonic Hydrotherapy £75
💧Colonic Hydrotherapy with herbal infusion £80
💧Colonic Hydrotherapy with Probiotic Implant £120

21/11/2023

Did you know 70% of your immune system is in your gut? So keeping your gut in good condition is essential for good immune health. If you find you're getting ill a lot and catching every bug around, consider booking a Colonic Hydrotherapy treatment to get your gut in goon condition. Show your gut some love. Get in touch to book your first appointment. Call us on ☎ 01242 584140 or visit our website www.chhc.co.uk

19/11/2023

Who doesn't want to feel like this ?☝

If you're feeling out of balance physically or emotionally, acupuncture is a wonderful treatment to help you to feel more like yourself again. To book a session with Eric or Rick call us on ☎ 01242 584 140 or visit our website www.chhc.co.uk

18/11/2023

Refer a friend from the 1st - 30th November and we will give you 10% off your next treatment and your friend will also receive 10% off their first treatment. Simply tell your friends about us, ask them to call us to book their first treatment and to mention your name upon booking. We will then apply 10% discount to their first treatment and your next treatment. It's as simple as that!

17/11/2023

Are you feeling in need of a little TLC? Struggling with the change of season? We are here to support you. Choose from over 25 different holistic therapies and treatments. To find out more and to book in to see one of our wonderful therapists visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584140.

14/11/2023

Today is World Diabetes Day. The focus on this years campaign in on delaying or ideally preventing Type 2 Diabetes and Diabetes related complications - "Know your risk, Know your response". To find out more visit https://www.diabetes.org.uk/

In case you missed Holistic Health Practitioner Caroline Shaw's article about Type 2 Diabetes you can find it on our website https://www.chhc.co.uk/type-2-diabetes/

13/11/2023

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern. SAD is sometimes known as “winter depression” as symptoms are usually more apparent and severe during the winter months, although some people can feel symptoms during the summer months and feel better during the winter. The exact cause of SAD is not fully understood, but it's often linked to reduced exposure to sunlight during the shorter autumn and winter days. The main theory is that lack of sunlight may affect the production of melatonin and serotonin and the body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm). Making lifestyle changes such as ensuring that you are getting as much natural sunlight as possible, exercising regularly and managing your stress levels and light therapy can also be helpful. If you feel that you or someone you know may be suffering from SAD visit https://www.mind.org.uk to find out more.

If you or someone you know may be suffering from SAD

08/11/2023

Try this delicious, nutritious Winter Chicken Tray Bake created by Nutritional Therapist Caroline Shaw. You can find the recipe on out website. Enjoy!

https://www.chhc.co.uk/winter-chicken-tray-bake/

07/11/2023

Vitamin D is not only an essential vitamin for supporting our immunity, it also has a positive impact on our bone health, hormonal health, cardiovascular health and our mood. Foods that supply the highest amounts of naturally occurring Vitamin D include fatty fish (such as salmon, tuna and sardines), eggs, mushrooms, yogurt and cheese. As we enter the winter months and our exposure to sunshine is reduced, most people benefit from taking a Vitamin D supplement. The recommended daily amount is 10-20 micrograms.

06/11/2023

We now know, through extensive research that the health of our gut microbiome is essential to the health of our body/mind. We now know that many diseases originate from a malfunctioning digestive system – for instance – Type 2 Diabetes. Read Holistic Health Practitioner Caroline Shaw's interesting article about the relationship between gut health/microbiome and the alarming increase in Type 2 Diabetes on our website https://www.chhc.co.uk/type-2-diabetes/

04/11/2023

Refer a friend between the 1st - 31st November 2023 and we will give you 10% off your next treatment and your friend will also receive 10% off their first treatment. Simply tell your friends about us, ask them to call us to book their first treatment and to mention your name upon booking. We will then apply a 10% discount to their first treatment and your next appointment. It's as simple as that!
☎ 01242 584 140

02/11/2023

Try this yummy Baked Apple with fruit and nuts. Created by Nutritional Therapist Caroline Shaw. You can find the recipe on our website. Enjoy!

https://www.chhc.co.uk/baked-apple-with-nuts/

01/11/2023

Our Autumn Newsletter is out now - packed with useful articles about the Menopause and Type 2 Diabetes, as well as some lovely healthy, warming, Autumnal recipes for you to try. And don't miss your chance to get 10% off your next treatment with our Refer a friend scheme.

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween from everyone at CHHC!

25/10/2023

Try this delicious, warming Creamy Pumpkin & Lentil soup - packed with protein and goodness to warm and fill you up!
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/creamy-pumpkin-lentil-soup

23/10/2023

Our wonderful practitioner, Alexandra Shave, is excited to announce a new treatment option available at CHHC.
Besides the 90-minute Myofascial Release Therapy sessions, Alexandra will now offer 60-minute sessions to help with more specific complaints of the head, neck and jaw (TMJ).
For more information and bookings visit www.fasciaclinic.uk

20/10/2023

We have a number of treatments and therapies to support you through the menopause including
⭐ Acupuncture
⭐Nutritional Therapy
⭐Systematic Kinesiology
⭐Reflexology
⭐Colonic Hydrotherapy

Whether you choose to go the allopathic medicine route or not, complementary therapies can and often do work effectively alongside orthodox treatments. Our therapists support you holistically - considering your physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual health - in working towards optimal wellness and balance. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584140 to find out more about how can help you.

19/10/2023

The massive hormonal shifts of the perimenopause and menopause can affect us in many ways, from our moods to our temperature and our shape. It can really affectt our quality of life, but the good news is, there are lots of options available to you and many ways you can limit the symptoms. Read this useful article about the menopause, written by our Nutritional Therapist Marianne Andrews Cotswold Nutrition . Marianne specialises in Menopause and Perimenopause and offers a free Better Health Chat. Get in touch to book your chat ☎ 01242 584140
https://www.cotswoldnutrition.com/post/october-menopause-awareness-month

18/10/2023

Today is World Menopause Day. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the many support options out there. There is no need to suffer in silence. To find out more about the menopause and how it may be affecting you or a loved one visit https://menopausesupport.co.uk

16/10/2023

Autumn signals the coming of winter to our bodies and the need to consume more energy dense foods like fats and carbs. Our energy decreases during the colder months and our bodies crave warming, filling meals. Just as our wardrobe selection changes with the seasons, so too should our diet. Autumnal foods include - Carrots, Sweet potatoes, Swedes, Squash, Cauliflower , Parsnips, Chard, Kale, Leeks, Beetroot, Broccoli, Turnips, Apples, Plums, Pears, Blackberries.

13/10/2023

Holistic Health considers the whole person - physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social - in working towards optimal health, wellness and homeostasis (balance). The focus is on finding root causes, rather than just treating symptoms and on preventative care.

All of the therapies and treatments we offer at Cheltenham Holistic Health Centre take a holistic approach. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk to find out more or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584 140

12/10/2023

10/10/2023

Today is World Mental Health Day. It is a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. It’s also a day to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, no matter what you’re going through. When you're living with a mental health problem, or supporting someone who is, having access to the right information is vital. Mental heath matters - you are not alone.
For useful information, great tips and encouragement take a look at https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/

09/10/2023

Such great feedback we received for Nutritional Therapist & Professional Health Coach, Marianne Andrews. Marianne sees clients at CHHC on Tuesdays and Fridays and also takes virtual appointments outside of these days.
If you would like to find out whether Nutritional Therapy is right for you, you can book in for a free 20 minute introductory chat with Marianne. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or call us on ☎ 01242 584140

04/10/2023

Show your back some love. Making a few simple alterations to the way you work can help to alleviate back pain or avoid it altogether. Check out our top tips for how to help your back when working.

Visit our website to read about the therapies and treatments we offer that can help you with your back issues www.chhc.co.uk

03/10/2023

It's Backcare Awareness Week. Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in people aged 45 and older. 80% of people will be affected by back pain at some point in their lives. Are you struggling with a back issue? We offer many treatments and therapies that can help to treat and manage back issues. To find out more visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584140

01/10/2023

Breast Cancer is curable if caught early enough. Get to know your breasts and check them at least once a month, every month. It only takes a few minutes and it could save your life.
Common breast cancer signs and symptoms to look out for include:

⭐ A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit ( may feel the lump, but
not see it.
⭐ Changes in the size or shape of the breast
⭐ A change in skin texture i.e. puckering or dimpling of the skin
⭐ A change in the colour of the breast - the breast may look red or inflamed
⭐ Rash, crusting or changes to the ni**le
⭐ Any unusual discharge from either ni**le

Be sure to share this information with all the women in your life!

30/09/2023

Another fantastic client review for our wonderful Practitioner Alexandra Shave.
Alexandra is an Integrated Myofascial Release Therapist and Holistic Health Coach.

Appointments can be made with Alexandra at CHHC on Mondays and Wednesdays from 09.30am - 3pm and Fridays from 12pm – 5 pm. Visit www.chhc.co.uk or www.alexandrashave.com/home to find out more.

29/09/2023

Alexandra Shave is an Integrated Myofascial Therapist and Health Coach. Alexandra's treatments can help with symptoms such as stress, chronic fatigue, pain, sleep disturbances, anxiety, hormone imbalances, stiffness, and restrictions related to and caused by many different health conditions.

Integrated Myofascial Release Therapy - MFR is a hands-on therapy that works on the fascia -a connected tissue that connects everything with everything in the body and includes all our collagenous soft tissue.
Appointments can be made with Alexandra at CHHC on Mondays and Wednesdays from 09.30am - 3pm and Fridays from 12pm – 5 pm. Visit www.chhc.co.uk or www.alexandrashave.com to find out more.

26/09/2023

How are you feeling right now?

As we enter another seasonal transition, It's important to stop and check in with yourself. Listen to your body. It might be trying to tell you something. Our wonderful practitioners are here to help and support you with a wide range of treatments and therapies. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584140 to find out more.

23/09/2023

As we transition into the sweater wearing season, we also welcome the autumn equinox, a day in the calendar that people either love or hate. September 23rd heralds the arrival of the Autumn Equinox - one of just two moments in the year when the sun is exactly above the equator, meaning the day and night are of equal length. The Autumn Equinox marks the end of summer and the beginning of Autumn. It may feel depressing to lose the longer evenings and the sunshine but Autumn is a great opportunity to reset, get back on track with your food and exercise and spend time in nature. What are your goals for Autumn?

21/09/2023

Dementia affects more than 50 million people worldwide, with a new case of dementia occurring somewhere in the world every 3 seconds. Dementia can also affect individuals under the age of 65 (young onset dementia). Greater awareness and understanding of dementia is important to challenge the myths and misconceptions that surround the condition.

There is currently no cure for most types of dementia, but treatment and support are available. Make a donation and provide hope and help for people living with dementia https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/navigation/make-donation

18/09/2023

Interesting facts about our amazing Musculoskeletal System. Are you suffering with any niggling issues? Why not book in to see one of our wonderful Osteopaths. Stuart and Lucy work at the clinic on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Visit our website www.chhc.co.uk or give us a call on ☎ 01242 584140 to find out how they could help you.