Important updates from the OHC

  Founder of The Optimum Health Clinic Alex Howard introduces Kirsty Cullen as the new CEO. Together they discuss what’s been going on at the clinic over the last year and what exciting advancements to expect going forward. Chapters 0:00​ Welcome 0:30​ We’ve been very busy! 1:41​ Our new CEO 4:23​ Priorities and key focus […]

Archive of Facebook Live Posts

The links below link to the original Facebook Live session. You can also view on our YouTube playlist, Click Here for YouTube 2017 OHC Live Ep 001 – ME, CFS, and Fibromyalgia recovery goals for 2017 OHC Live Ep 002 – Cultivating positive habits for recovery OHC Live Ep 003 – Is it possible to […]

Richmond’s ME/CFS Story

OHC client Richmond shares his ME/CFS story and describes the improvements he’s experienced since participating in the 90 Day RESET Programme. Course leader Denise shares how the OHC sets up a structure for learning tools for the health journey, and CEO Kirsty Cullen leads the conversation.

Richmond’s Healing Story

OHC client Richmond shares his recovery story and describes the improvements he’s experienced since participating in the 90 Day RESET Programme. Course leader Denise shares how the OHC sets up a structure for learning tools for the health journey, and CEO Kirsty Cullen leads the conversation.

New NICE Guidance of ME/CFS Published

On the 29th October NICE published the long-awaited updated guidance on the diagnosis and management of ME/CFS. This new NICE guidelines are the result of a thorough consultation process, which aimed to consider both the scientific evidence and also the ‘lived experience’ of those with ME/CFS.​ ​ The OHC was delighted to have an opportunity […]

Understanding Energy Positives and Negatives

Nutrition Practitioner Sanna Anderson shares her tips for finding your energy boundaries, and replenishing and increasing energy levels with pacing and identifying your own energy positives and negatives. Try keeping a food and activity diary to mark which activities and dietary choices increase or decrease your energy. Noting these changes can help if you’re working […]

The 90 Day RESET Programme

The 90 Day RESET Programme is the Optimum Health Clinic’s ground-breaking psychology-based course. ​ In this video, Kirsty and Jess discuss how this 12-week online program is structured and designed specifically for those with ME/CFS and fatigue related conditions. ​Find out more about the 90 Day RESET Programme, get your free information pack or book […]

Kiran’s ME/CFS Story

Kiran shares his journey with ME/CFS over a ten year journey and a particularly challenging chapter in the last year. ​ With the help of the Optimum Health Clinic Kiran discovered new pieces to his puzzle that helped him take steps forward in recovering health, experiencing increased improvement as he gets back to living a […]

Benefits of Fermented Foods

OHC Nutrition Practitioner Kerry shines a light on fermented foods and details a number of ways they may be a supportive addition to your health journey. From the potential to improve digestion and therefore aid immune function, incorporating fermented foods into your eating plan could be a wonderful piece of the puzzle to explore with […]

Top Tips for Cortisol Management

Nutrition Practitioner Martina shares a few fundamental facts about the stress hormone cortisol, as well as some of her favourite tips to support cortisol management. By incorporating breathing techniques, time in nature, and becoming aware of stimulating food and drinks, you can take your first steps toward beneficial stress reduction practices.

Soothing the Maladaptive Stress Response

Psychology practitioner Nikkie and Director of Psychology Jess discuss a case study from the Fatigue Super Conference. With permission, we share how the psychology team helped an OHC client regulate their maladaptive stress response with tools including EFT (emotional freedom technique) and sensory anchors. We explain how these tools helped to support the client in […]