Weight Management
Do you need to lose weight? On this page you will find lots of information about the services that are available to help you manage your weight, get in shape and stay healthy.
Not sure if you need to lose weight then try out this weight calculating tool.
NHS Better Health
Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, drink less alcohol, get active or quit smoking, you have access to lots of free tools and support through Better Health. You can also find simple ways to lift your mood with Every Mind Matters.
There has never been a better time to kickstart your health. more information on the links below:
Healthier Families - Home - NHS
NHS 12 Week Weight Loss Plan
The free NHS 12 week diet and exercise plan is designed to help you lose weight safely – and keep it off. The plan is designed to help you lose weight at a safe rate of 0.5kg to 1kg (1lb to 2lb) each week by sticking to a daily calorie allowance.
The plan also helps with:
- learning how to make healthier food choices
- get support from an online community
- a weekly progress chart
- exercise plans to help you lose weight
- learning skills to prevent weight regain
If this sounds like something that would be suitable to you or for more information on how to get started click on the link below
www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/start-the-nhs-weight-loss-plan
The following Apps are also available to download for free from the App Store for all Apple and Android users.
- NHS Food Scanner: The Be Food Smart app will help you see how much sugar, saturated fat and salt is really inside your food and drink.
- Active 10 app Walking Tracker: A brisk 10 minute walk every day can make a difference to your health. Download the free Active 10 app to measure what you’re doing and how you can do more.
- Couch to 5K app: Couch to 5k has been designed to get you off the sofa and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers and follow the step-by-step instructions in this free app.
- NHS Weight Loss Plan: Keep track of your eating habits, and develop a healthier, more active lifestyle with easy-to-follow weight-loss plan.
