What is the Chenot Method?

The Chenot Method® is a comprehensive health and wellness protocol developed over 50 years by Henri Chenot and his teams. It integrates principles from traditional Chinese medicine with modern scientific advancements to promote optimal health, vitality, and longevity.

The method focuses on detoxification, resetting the body's physiological processes, and addressing the root causes of aging.

Core Principles of the Chenot Method

1. Detoxification

Central to the Chenot Method is the belief that the accumulation of toxins impairs bodily functions and accelerates aging. The method employs various treatments to stimulate the body's natural detoxification processes, aiming to eliminate metabolic waste and restore balance.

2. Personalized Approach

Recognizing individual differences, the Chenot Method utilizes advanced diagnostics, including the proprietary Chenot Lifestyle Biomarkers®, to assess each person's unique needs. This allows for tailored treatment plans that address specific health concerns and goals.

3. Synergistic Therapies

The method combines treatments such as energetic massages, hydro-aromatherapy, phyto-mud applications, and a specialized diet. These therapies work together to enhance the body's self-healing capabilities and promote overall well-being.

4. Chenot Diet®

Nutrition plays a pivotal role in the Chenot Method. The Chenot Diet is a plant-based, reduced-calorie regimen designed to support detoxification, reduce inflammation, and provide essential nutrients. It emphasizes fresh, organic ingredients and is crafted to be both therapeutic and enjoyable.

Scientific Foundations

The Chenot Method results from 50 years of research and the accumulation of a wealth of experience in the field of longevity, sports performance and wellness. The approach addresses the 12 Hallmarks of Aging, aiming to optimize vitality and functionality. In the Chenot Method, the 12 Hallmarks of Aging are:

Genomic Instability

Accumulation of DNA damage over time leads to mutations, compromising cellular function and increasing disease susceptibility.

Telomere Attrition

Telomeres, protective caps at chromosome ends, shorten with each cell division. Excessive shortening triggers cellular senescence or apoptosis, contributing to tissue degeneration.

Epigenetic Alterations

Changes in DNA methylation, histone modification, and chromatin remodeling can disrupt gene expression, leading to impaired cellular functions and promoting aging.

Loss of Proteostasis

Decline in the cellular mechanisms responsible for protein folding and degradation results in the accumulation of misfolded or damaged proteins, which can form toxic aggregates.

Disabled Macroautophagy

Reduced efficiency in autophagy—the process by which cells remove damaged components—leads to the buildup of cellular debris, impairing cell function and viability.

Deregulated Nutrient Sensing

Imbalances in nutrient-sensing pathways, such as insulin and mTOR signaling, can disrupt metabolism and promote age-related diseases.

Mitochondrial Dysfunction

Damage to mitochondria impairs energy production and increases reactive oxygen species, leading to cellular damage and reduced vitality.

Cellular Senescence

Accumulation of non-dividing, dysfunctional cells that secrete inflammatory factors contributes to tissue dysfunction and chronic inflammation.

Stem Cell Exhaustion

Depletion of stem cell reserves diminishes the body's ability to regenerate tissues, leading to organ decline and impaired healing.

Altered Intercellular Communication

Disruptions in cell-to-cell signaling can lead to chronic inflammation and impaired tissue function, exacerbating aging processes.

Chronic Inflammation

Persistent low-level inflammation, known as "inflammaging," accelerates biological aging and increases the risk of age-related diseases.

Dysbiosis

Imbalance in the gut microbiome affects nutrient absorption, immune function, and inflammation, contributing to aging and disease.

By analyzing gene expression and other biomarkers, the Chenot Method seeks to slow biological aging and prevent age-related diseases. The method also incorporates precision medicine techniques, such as mRNA-based molecular tests, to quantify gene activity. This allows for personalized treatment protocols using natural senolytic phytonutrients to build resilience against aging and disease.

The main Chenot Programs: in Weggis

Chenot Palace Weggis offers 3 structured programs, as well as add-on modules. Each program was designed for a minimum seven-night stay. Chenot Palace Weggis is where the latest advances of the Chenot Method are applied, and the place is entirely dedicated to health wellness retreats. The programs are:

Chenot Advanced Detox

This is the most famous Chenot program. It focuses on deep purification and detoxification to eliminate toxins and restore balance. It is believed to be the most efficient detox program in the world. 

More info about the Advanced Detox program

Chenot Recover & Energise

It is a highly praised program which aims to reduce stress, recharge energy levels, and restore vitality. Clients absolutely love it. 

More info about the Recover & Energise program

Chenot Prevention & Ageing Well

The famous Chenot program for longevity. It strengthens the body to improve resilience against lifestyle challenges and supports healthy aging. 

More info about the Prevention & Ageing Well program

Each program includes medical consultations, in-depth diagnostic tests, personalized treatments, and the Chenot Diet. And of course, the incredibly comforting support of all the Chenot teams - an essential part of the experience because the Chenot programs are a strong medicine, and the body and the mind sometimes react strongly during the detox. 

Where else to experience the Chenot Method?

Additional Chenot programs are available in different locations, also following the renowned Chenot Method. These destinations allow to experience the Chenot Method and its amazing treatments with shorter durations, and while those who travel with you can enjoy different activities. In addition to Chenot Palace in Weggis, the Chenot Method and programs are available here:

Espace Chenot at L'Albereta in Italy

Nestled in a 19th-century villa amidst the rolling hills of Franciacorta, this retreat combines Chenot's wellness philosophy with the Moretti family's exceptional Italian hospitality. Guests can choose from programs like "Cleanse & Rebalance" and "Fitness Boost," each designed to restore balance and enhance vitality.

Espace Chenot at One&Only Portonovi

Located at the entrance of the UNESCO-protected Boka Bay, this facility offers a serene environment by the Adriatic Sea.

The 4,000 m² space provides personalized programs such as "Advanced Detox" and "De-Stress & Re-Charge," combining medical consultations, nutritional guidance, and various treatments to rejuvenate the body and mind

Chenot Spa at Selman Marrakech

Situated at the foot of the Atlas Mountains within the luxurious Selman Marrakech hotel, the spa spans 1,200 m² and features seven treatment rooms, hydrotherapy facilities, and two heated outdoor pools.

The spa offers a nurturing introduction to wellness, focusing on Aesthetics, Nutrition, and Physical Activities, with personalized treatments to enhance well-being.

Chenot Palace Gabala in Azerbaijan

Set amidst the breathtaking Caucasian mountains and unspoiled nature of the Gabala region, this palace serves as a fully immersive health and wellness retreat.

The 6,000 m² medical spa offers personalized programs, state-of-the-art diagnostics, and the Chenot Diet®, aiming to reset and recharge health at the cellular level.

What is the Chenot experience like?

Clients experience significant benefits after following a Chenot program. Whether at Chenot Palace Weggis or at other locations offering programs based on the Chenot Method, the approach and the protocols are followed with great precision to ensure maximal efficiency of the cure and the treatments. The staff is remarkably trained and the products are very efficient. The Chenot Diet tastes exactly the same in each of the Chenot locations - always delicious! and always so profoundly detoxifying.

Obviously, the experience differs in each location: at Chenot Palace Weggis, everyone is following a Chenot program. Whereas at L'Albereta or at One&Only Portonovi, you encounter other hotel guests which are not here for the Chenot Method. In all cases, the experience is deeply transformative. The body feels lighter and energised, and the mental progresses in clarity.

For a more in-depth report on what the Chenot experience feels like, read Victoire's insider review of Chenot Palace Weggis and her insights about the Chenot experience at L'Albereta.