Do you need to lose weight? There are a number of online resources and local clinics that you can access without having to see your doctor for a referral.
Not sure if you need to lose weight then try out this weight calculating tool.
Online help
Advice for adults:
NHS Choices weight loss guide is an excellent guide with suggestions on a 12 week plan. It also has email support.
For general information follow this link: www.nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight
NHS Digital Weight Management Programme
This free online or app based programme lasts for 12 weeks and is designed for those living with obesity who also have diabetes, high blood pressure, or both. You will need to be referred to the programme by a GP or healthcare professional, such as a pharmacist. For more information about the programme, follow the link to learn more: www.england.nhs.uk/digital-weight-management
Advice for children:
NHS Choices excellent guide on what to do if my child is overweight.
Face to face support
Support for adults:
LCH Weight Management Leeds Specialist Tier 3 Weight Management Service offer a 12 month programme led by a multi-disciplinary team of experienced healthcare professionals.
There are also private services (that you would need to pay for) such as Weight Watchers and Slimming World who both provide popular classes locally.
Support for children:
There is a dedicated service for children called Children’s Complications of Excess Weight (CEW) service. The newly formed Children’s Complications of Excess Weight (CEW) service is located in Leeds and covers the whole of the West Yorkshire region. The service aims to support children, young people and their families who are struggling to achieve a healthy weight.
For more details about who can be referred into this service please email [email protected]