Maintaining your weight is a key factor in personal wellbeing, in addition to lowering the risk of different diseases, conditions and cancers associated with being overweight and weight gain.
Throughout the UK, many people suffer from weight gain. Statistically, 1 in 4 adults across the UK are clinically obese (a term used to describe a person overweight and carrying a lot of body fat).
There are a variety of services and resources available to you locally and nationally to help you on your health improvement journey.
My Weight Matters (Essex Lifestyle)
The innovative MyWeightMatters programme available through Essex Wellbeing Services aims to help you to manage your weight, improve your health and enhance your quality of life.
NHS Digital Weight Management Programme
The NHS Digital Weight Management Programme supports adults living with obesity who also have a diagnosis of diabetes, hypertension or both, to manage their weight and improve their health.
It is a 12-week online behavioural and lifestyle programme that people can access via a smartphone or computer with internet access
It’s easy to refer yourself and should take about 10 minutes to complete the online referral form. You will need an NHS login, the same as is used to access the NHS App. If you do not have one, you can set one up during the registration process.
Complete the self referral online Read more about the Digital Weight Management ProgrammeResources and Services in Mid & South Essex
To find out what else is available to you as a local resident, including access to more specialised weight management services and medication, read more on the Mid & South Essex NHS website.
Active Essex
Find Your Active is here to support you in taking your first steps to a more active lifestyle.
Starting a new activity can be daunting, but there is an activity out there that suits your needs and your lifestyle. Whether you have never exercised before, used to be involved in an activity but haven’t for a while, enjoy moving but have a pre-existing health condition so are a little nervous, or just want to explore something new, Find Your Active is here to help.
Visit the page below for our activity finder or to contact one of our active ambassadors who can help guide you on the next steps.
Find Your Active at Active Essex