The Complete Health Improvement Programme (CHIP) is an evidence-based lifestyle intervention program designed to prevent, arrest, and even reverse common chronic diseases. Founded in 1988, CHIP focuses on educating and motivating participants to make fundamental, sustainable changes to their lifestyle.
The core of the program typically involves a series of educational sessions (often 18 or more) delivered over several weeks, promoting a whole-food, plant-based diet, regular physical activity, stress management, and improved sleep. CHIP emphasizes a holistic approach, providing participants with knowledge, practical tools like workbooks and cookbooks, and group support to foster long-term behaviour change. It has a strong track record, documented in numerous scientific publications, of improving key health indicators such as cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and body weight.
