Char B Wellness Aesthetics

Ever wondered if there's something wrong with your thyroid?

🦋 Your thyroid is a glad located in your neck which is shaped a bit like a butterfly. The thyroid produces two different hormones in response to the release of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) from the brain.

Broadly speaking your thyroid can be either overactive or under active.

Any issues with the thyroid can cause fatigue, irregular menstruations, sensitivity to temperature and enlargement of the thyroid gland.

An overactive thyroid known as hyperthyroidism is identified when there is an excess of thyroid hormones. It can cause symptoms such as sensitivity to heat, unintended weight loss, increased appetite, anxiety and irritability, poor sleep, irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, increased sweating, short and light periods, frequent bowel movements, brittle hair and nails.

On the other hand an under active thyroid referred to as hypothyroidism can cause symptoms including weight gain, muscle and joint aches and pains, dry skin, sensitivity to cold, constipation, swollen and puffy face, slow heart rate, high cholesterol, long and irregular periods, memory impairment, brian fog and depression. This occurs when the thyroid produces less than the required amount of thyroid hormones.

🩸Thyroid health can be checked with a simple blood test. Take control of your health! Get a finger prick thyroid blood test done conveniently and privately. Rapid results means you could have all the answers you need in less than a week. Skip the hassle of long waiting lists.

🔬 Don't wait on your health, book your private thyroid blood test today!

Bookings can be made and consultations discussed through private messager.
Appointments can take place in any pop up clinic or in the comfort of your own home.

♀️♀️Happy international women's day!! ♀️♀️

Women have a different demand for vitamins and minerals than men!

Let's look at some and why as women they are so important for us.

B-complex
As we know B-complex is great for energy because it increases metabolism. This means it converts carbohydrates, proteins and fats into energy.
Women's demand on energy resources varies throughout the month as a result of hormone changes and menstrual cycles this can leave us feeling really energetic on some days and lacking energy on others. B-complex supports cellular energy and helps to stabilize those peaks and toughs in our energy.

Folate and Iron
According to the word health organization 29.9% of women are affected by iron deficiency anemia which is thought to be as a result of menstrual blood loss. This is why iron and also folate are so important for women.
Iron is needed to make haemoglobin, a molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen. During menstruation and even pregnancy, women have an increased demand for Iron and Folate as the need to produce more red blood cells.
Folate is also needed to maintain and build cells which carry the haemoglobin to carry oxygen. Folate so improves fertility, prevents birth defects, promotes heart and brain health and supports hair growth.

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If you want help to increase your health and wellness drop me DM and we can arrange a FREE no obligation consultation!

Did you know one of the biggest benefits of Vitamin B12 is improved nerve function?

Let's find out why...

Vitamin B12 is one of the main vitamins involved in maintaining a healthy and normal nervous system function. Nerves are fiber structures that carry electrical impulses around the body and help us feel sensations and move etc. Nerves are coated in an insulation layer called the myelin sheath which is needed for them to carry electrical impulses.

Vitamin B12 is needed to create this myelin sheath so a deficiency in B12 can lead to damage of the myelin sheath which makes it harder for nerves to carry messages around the body. This can also lead to pain, numbness, pins and needles (more typically in feet and legs), loss of sensation (on both sides of the body) and decreased motor activity.

Vitamin B12 deficiency is widely undiagnosed and could just be the cause of the symptoms you're experiencing.

DM me to find out how Vitamin B12 can help you and to book a clinic or mobile appointment.

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Please also note these symptoms may also be an indication of other medical issues and you should always visit your GP if you experience any of these symptoms.

Let's look at the link between B12 and Potassium.

B12 is a water soluble vitamin which is used for red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis and nerve function (among so many more).

Potassium is an alkaline metal which works with sodium to create signals in the body and pushes potassium into the cells and pushes sodium out aiding with muscle contractions.

On some occasions when you increase your B12 (through any form for supplement) it increases the potassium demand in order to create red blood cells. This can leave a low level of free potassium in the blood. This can cause mild headaches and muscle weakness. If you have a high potassium diet you're going to get the most out of your B12.

As part of your B12 aftercare it is recommended that if you experience any symptoms of low potassium you should eat foods high in potassium. This includes foods such as bananas, avocados or coconut water.

📩 Drop me a message to book in a B12 shot or a FREE consultation to find out how B12 can benefit you
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Theres evidence to suggest that Biotin or vitamin B7 can reduce cholesterol.

There are 2 types of cholesterol low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and people refer to these as bad and good cholesterol respectively. If levels of LDL are too high there's risk of cardiovascular disease and people are typically put on cholesterol medications to help this.

However research has shown that the concentration of blood cholesterol decreased when vitamin B7 was supplemented. This is due to the increase of HDL which helps to safely remove LDL from arteries preventing the build up of plaque that can lead to strokes or heart attacks.

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Is there a link between PCOS and vitamins?

Let's look at some research....

Polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that affects the way women's ovaries work and while the exact cause remains unknown it's related to abnormal hormone levels (eg insulin) (NHS, 2022).

Medications such as Metformin can be used to manage PCOS but they have side effects and the efficacy in some cases is controversial (Kiani AK et al., 2022).

As a result studies such as Kiani AK et al., (2022) has looked at more natural ways to manage PCOS. Vitamin D was among some of the elements discussed.

The research highlights the link between vitamin D deficiency and insulin resistance in people with PCOS as well some clinical features of this condition. Therefore supplementing vitamin D may improve reproductive and metabolic impaired function such as glucose metabolism and insulin resistance.

Another study by Szczuko M. et al., (2016) illustrated the need for increased Folate, Vitamin C, vitamin D and vitamin B12 in diets of people with PCOS.

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Let's educate ourselves about wellness!

Who fancies a January sale 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️

I've decided to offer a massive discount on 2 vitamin bundles that are perfect to support some of the most common new year's resolutions....

Do YOU want to lose weight in 2024? B-complex can help
4 shots of B-complex are NOW ONLY £125, saving you a DELICIOUS £75*
*Savings based on the price of 4 single B-complex at £50 each

Are YOU doing dry January this year?
Do you want to help detox your liver and also reduce those alcohol cravings?
Glutathione is going to be your best friend

You can have 5 Glutathione shots for ONLY £260, saving a HUGE £90*
Alternatively....
10 Glutathione shots NOW ONLY £500, saving you a MASSIVE £200*
*Savings based on the price of 5 or 10 single Glutathione shot at £70 each

Comment the word SALE for a free consultation
PM for enquiries or to book ☀️ 💉

**T&C's apply**
These include but are not limited to - Treatments must be paid for before 21/01/24 for offers to apply. Appointments can be mobile or at my pop up clinics. Offers apply to bookings made via Instagram/Facebook. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or applied to existing bookings. All shots must be used within the time frame stated at time of booking.

#2024

If you have said "New Year New Me" or part of your new year's resolution is to lose weight, complete dry January or simply just to put your health first then I can help.

Vitamins are vital for your health and help to give us that wellness feeling! I can recommend vitamins and supplements that are most suited to you and will go hand in hand with your new years resolutions.

2024 could be the year your resolutions are fulfilled.

There might even be some sneaky sales coming soon so make sure you give me a FOLLOW you don't miss out.

Leave a 🎆 in the comments and I'll message you with more info.
Alternatively drop me a PM and we can kick start your 2024 the right way ☀️ 💉

B12 is arguably one of the most important nutrients for our bodies.

B12 is a natural water soluble vitamin that our bodies cannot store or produce by itself so we have to get all our requirements from our diet. However there are multiple problems with this such as our diets lack B12, medications inhibit our ability to absorb it or we might not even have the right intrinsic factors to be able to absorb it from our diet.

This means B12 deficiencies can affect anyone and can present with symptoms such as brain fog, lack of energy and extreme tiredness.

Vitamin B12 injections can boost our levels and in doing so come with a huge range of benefits that seem to go to be true:
☀️ Increased metabolism
☀️ Energy production
☀️ Mood regulation
☀️ Improved concentration
☀️ Neurological and nerve function
☀️ Bone, muscle and cardiovascular health

There are limited appointments available in 2023 so if you'd like more information drop me a PM! 💉☀️

Struggling for those last minute gifts?
There's still time to buy a loved one a gift voucher.

You can gift any treatment of any value so it's perfect for everyone.

Christmas is the perfect time to give the gift of wellness with the new year right around the corner and so many new year's resolutions.

Comment 🌲 to find out how you can get your hands on one or PM me

Interested in how vitamin injections can help you?

PM to book a free consultation to discuss what vitamins and courses would be suitable for you. We can look at your concerns, goals and medical history to find a vitamin or course that's right for you.
Consultations typically last about 10 mins, they can be carried out on the phone or in person whatever you prefer and is more convenient for you!

Reviews like this make my day and I'm so pleased Claire was happy with her treatment.

If you'd like a free no obligation consultation about what vitamins are best for you then drop me a message!

Fancy getting your vitamin boosts at one of my pop-up clinics?

Now's your chance to book!

I have the following dates available:
📌 Sunday 10th December 10am till 2pm at the beautiful NDW Salon Little Hallingbury

📌 Monday 18th December 11am till 4pm at Stephanie Louise Aesthetics in North Street, Bishops Stortford

Drop me a DM to book now!

***Other dates are available for mobile appointments***

It's back Friday week so to celebrate I'm offering
20% off ALL vitamin injections
AND
10% off all Health Screening appointments

***Offer applies to both new and current clients. Discounts apply to appointments booked before Midnight on the 27/11/23 and must be booked via Instagram. Mobile and pop up clinic appointments available. T&C's apply.***

DM me too book now!

Do you want to reduce the hangovers this year over the Christmas and New Year party season?

B-complex shots can do just that!

Frequent alcohol consumption can cause a decrease in our levels of vitamin b which can contribute to the rough feeling we get after a heavy night on the tiles.

Vitamin B-complex helps to breakdown alcohol and reduce the toxins produced by the liver.
Research studies show that vitamin B-complex can help to reduce the severity of hangover symptoms such as nausea, headache, fatigue and brain fog and also reduce the duration.

Now is the best time to start your B-complex course for currently less than £150* for 4 shots!

Drop a 🥂 in the comments or DM me for more information and to book and enjoy your Christmas party without dreading the next day!

*Bookings made after 27/11/23 will be charged at the standard rate.

Hey 👋

My name's Charlotte owner of Char B Wellness Aesthetics.

I trained as a Vitamin Therapist in June and have now set up a small business based around Vitamin and Wellness. I offer free consultations, vitamin Injections (B12, B-complex, Biotin, vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Glutathione), vitamin liposomals supplements and a range of health screening tests.

I have 10 years experience in the emergency medical setting starting at the bottom as a first aider with St John's and The British Red Cross. I then completed a First Person on Scene qualification enabling me to work as a solo medical response in a London Night club which led me to pursue a career as a Paramedic. I worked as an event medic for athletes at sporting events from go karting to cage fighting, boxing to football, rugby to equestrian while I studied for my degree.

In 2020 I graduated with a 1st Class Hons in Paramedic Science and have been working as a Paramedic since then on ambulances, first response cars and lately mental health response units. My experience over the years has proved invaluable in getting me to where I am now.