* Functional Health; Medical Reset Why look beyond a free NHS health check? It’s a fair question. After 32 years inside the NHS—combined with over a decade in private practice and extensive training in integrative medicine—David is uniquely placed to answer it. Because here’s the truth: Our current healthcare model isn’t keeping us healthy. Yes, we’re living longer—around 79 for men and 82 for women—but we’re not living well. The average UK man spends over 16 years in poor health. That’s more than 20% of life diminished. And it’s getting worse. Despite huge medical advances—fewer smokers, better emergency care, life-saving drugs—chronic illness is exploding: •Diabetes has surged from 300,000 cases in 1985 to nearly 5 million today •Obesity has tripled—only around 35% of UK adults are now a healthy weight •Depression rates have risen sixfold, especially in younger people •Autoimmune diseases now affect over 1 in 10 people •Fatty liver disease impacts 1 in 3 adults—and even children So what’s going wrong? We’re looking in the wrong places. Standard health checks often focus on limited markers—like cholesterol—while missing deeper drivers of disease such as: •Insulin resistance •Inflammation •Nutrient deficiencies •Chronic stress Even when tests are done, they’re rarely interpreted in a way that truly reflects your health. And the solutions? Too often, they begin and end with prescriptions—while powerful tools like nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation are overlooked or dismissed. But real health is more complex than that. We’re bombarded with conflicting advice. One-size-fits-all doesn’t work. What your body needs is individualised, intelligent guidance. That’s where David comes in. Blending decades of clinical experience with cutting-edge functional medicine, nutrition expertise, and deep knowledge of supplements, he acts as your personal guide through the noise—helping you understand your body, your risks, and your path to lasting vitality. This isn’t about treating illness. It’s about creating health. What to expect... You will be asked to complete a comprehensive questionnaire before the retreat. This will include a detailed health and lifestyle history, family history and details of any health concerns that you currently have. Where possible, any previous tests that you have had taken from the NHS or other sources will be reviewed. Even if you’ve been told that these results are normal deeper analysis of so-called normal results often identifies problems that conventional approaches miss. For example, lab ranges for nutrient levels, such as iron, are set notoriously low and do not indicate optimal levels required for good health. You will have a personal consultation with David to review both your questionnaire and previous results and on the basis of this you will receive a comprehensive, individualised health optimization plan. This will include dietary and lifestyle recommendations and appropriate supplement recommendations. With his decades of experience and consultancy David is extremely well placed to advise on supplements that you may require- this is of great importance given the endless options and limited quality of much of the supplement market. Recommendations may also include other non-conventional interventions such as homoeopathy, herbs et cetera David will also assess and advise if further testing is indicated, in particular tests that are not offered in standard conventional settings. Once again David’s experience and expertise in this area will ensure that only those tests that are most useful and appropriately directed are recommended for further assessment. Please be assured that we take no commission for any further tests you are advised – if you do choose to have further tests then all cost to yourself is with full practitioner discount. You will receive a full personalised document with recommendations. The Medical Reset is optional. If you wish to add this to your retreat, please book as an Add On through checkout.