CHIP programs normally take 4-5 weeks to complete the two lifestyle assessments, the 16 main sessions and two workshops. This means that people need to be resident in the area for that time.

You MUST register to do a CHIP program. To register it is necessary to attend one of the free Information Sessions. These Sessions give an overview of the program and the typical results people achieve in decreasing high blood pressure, losing excess weight and dropping high levels of cholesterol, blood fats (triglycerides) and blood sugars. Attending an Information Session enables people to assess CHIP's suitability for their needs and to view the resources kit given to participants when they register. It becomes easy to see that the program fee represents outstanding value.

Assessing value begins with the question: What price good health? Beyond this, value in CHIP comes from:

• What the program gives educationally, including the two lifestyle assessments and fasting blood tests.
• The way in which food bills can be reduced from healthier shopping.
• Reductions in medical bills because of health improvements.
• The comprehensive CHIP resource kit given to participants.

It is advisable to register before attending one of the free Information Sessions. Details of these Sessions for the program that interests you will either be in the brochure on this website or obtainable from that program's CHIP Director.