Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Chenot Palace Weggis Chenot Palace Weggis / Alex Teuscher Photography Synonymous with wellness and indulgence, Switzerland is known for its leading wellbeing and medical-oriented resorts as well as gourmet hotels, set amongst serene lakes and mountains, complete with fresh, crisp air. There’s a host of hotels, from Bürgenstock Resort on Lake Lucerne to Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort and the 7132 Hotel , where thermal baths-meet-Michelin stars in a oh-so-cool setting, and for those hankering after a dose of quality sleep with their luxury stay, look to Chenot Palace Weggis . Chenot Palace Weggis Chenot Palace Weggis / Alex Teuscher Photography Offering supervised 7-day programs orientated towards detox and longevity, each one is based on the 50-year-old Chenot Method, as the brand notes that 80% of our health span is within our control.
Incorporating diagnostic tests, medical consultations, treatments, and the Chenot Diet® for optional body function, the programmes are suited to those who want to learn about their body, and improve their health. Chenot Palace Weggis Chenot Palace Weggis / Alex Teuscher Photography Cue the Recover and Energise programme, which now includes a Sleep Cycles module that delves into the importance of rest, observing that sleep is an essential foundation of good health. Here to offer his intel is George Gaitanos, Chief Operating and Scientific Officer at Chenot, on sleep cycles and how to catch some good quality z’s.
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Each night, we typically go through four to six sleep cycles. The distribution of time spent in each stage changes throughout the night, with more deep sleep occurring in the earlier cycles and longer REM periods in the later ones. The pattern of these cycles is known as sleep architecture and building this is essential for overall health, because it ensures that the body gets sufficient time in each stage to perform necessary restorative processes.
FC: What are the pillars of achieving quality sleep? GG: Respect your circadian rhythm: The circadian rhythm, often referred to as the body's internal clock, plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. It regulates the sleep-wake cycle, influencing various physiological processes such as hormone release, digestion, and body temperature. Like many biological processes, the circadian rhythm is like habitual behaviour.
Adhering to the natural sleep-wake cycle helps ensure adequate and restful sleep. This promotes better cognitive function, mood stability, and overall alertness during the day. For Sleep Cycles guests, the wakeup call and treatment schedule is timed to their chronotype, often described as “morning” or “evening” people.
Upon waking, guests experience neuroaccoustic deep relaxation therapy which guides the brainwaves from the beta to alpha and theta states, readying them for the day ahead, whereas in the evening a similar therapy encourages the brain into delta waves to preapare for sleep. Guests are also encouraged to partake in gentle exercise outside and expose themselves to early morning light. Chenot Palace Weggis Chenot Palace Weggis / Alex Teuscher Photography Maintain a consistent sleep schedule : Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends.
This consistency helps regulate your body’s internal clock. Optimise light exposure : Expose yourself to natural sunlight in the morning to signal to your body that it’s time to be awake. Reduce exposure to bright and blue light in the evening, as it can interfere with melatonin production.
Melatonin is a hormone released in darkness – as a society we are deprived of darkness Create a relaxing bedtime routine : Establish a calming pre-sleep routine to signal to your body that it’s time to wind down. This could include activities like reading, taking a warm bath, or practicing relaxation techniques such as meditation and writing down your thoughts. Limit naps : While short naps can be beneficial, avoid long or irregular napping, especially late in the day, as it can disrupt your nighttime sleep schedule.
Those with insomnia should not nap at all. Pay attention to diet : Limit caffeine and alcohol, especially in the afternoon and evening, as they can interfere with sleep. Avoid large meals and heavy, spicy foods close to bedtime, as they can cause discomfort and disrupt sleep.
Allow sleep pressure to build: Many people experience problems falling asleep and moving through the sleep cycles into deep sleep. Sleep pressure, which causes you to feel sleepy, is caused by a build-up of the neurotransmitter adenosine. When you sleep, adenosine levels drop.
While reducing stress and activating the parasympathetic nervous system is important, the timing of relaxing treatments is critical. At Chenot Palace Weggis, hydrotherapy, phyto mud wrapping and massages which could cause guests to nod off, are scheduled in the morning so that the sleep pressure builds effectively before bedtime. At home, Chenot recommend avoiding napping or sleeping in the afternoon and if you are going to have a massage, facial or other relaxing treatment, schedule it earlier in the day.
Create an optimal sleep environment at home: This can be done by ensuring your bedroom is comfortable, cool, quiet, and dark. Use blackout curtains, earplugs, or white noise machines if necessary, and avoid activities such as workout out, or watching TV in bed. Chenot Palace Weggis Chenot Palace Weggis / Alex Teuscher Photography Address: Chenot Palace Weggis, Hertensteinstrasse 34, 6353 Weggis, Switzerland.
Rate: Starting from CHF 5’500 (approx. £4,758 / $6,044), each 7-night programme combines diagnostic tests, medical consultations, treatments and the Chenot Diet. The accommodation at Chenot Weggis Palace is additional and starts from CHF 410 per night (approx.
£355 / $450). Getting there: One-way fares from London start from £76 to Zurich (50km from the hotel) with SWISS. This includes all taxes, fees and surcharges, one piece of checked luggage weighing up to 23kg, and one piece of hand luggage.
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