If you’re overweight, losing weight has many health benefits. Making small, simple changes to what and how much you are eating and drinking can really help you lose the pounds. The following services are available to support you in managing your weight:
Live Well Newham –
Live Well Newham Weight Management services have been developed to help people get fit, lose weight and feel great.
- Live Well Newham – adult weight management
- Live Fit Newham – adult weight management with a focus on physical activity
- Healthy Future – family weight management
- M-Fit – male-only adult weight management with a focus on physical activity
All of these free programmes are 12 weeks long and start with a one-to-one session followed by 12 group sessions, all run by a qualified local health coach.
Each programme has been developed by our qualified, experienced team of dietitians, psychologists, physical activity specialists and medical professionals, to support people in achieving their weight loss goals.
Self refer by clicking here. Or call on 0333 577 3011 if you would like to speak to a member of the team.
NHS better health – Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, get active or quit smoking, Better Health is available with lots of free tools and support. 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. Let’s do this!
Click here for more information on how to get started.
Download the free NHS Weight Loss Plan – If you’re overweight, losing weight has many health benefits. Making small, simple changes to what and how much you are eating and drinking can really help you lose the pounds. Download the free NHS Weight Loss Plan to help you start healthier eating habits, be more active, and start losing weight. Visit the NHS better health website here for further information or download from the APP Store or Google Play.
Download the free Couch to 5K app – A running programme for absolute beginners. Couch to 5K has now helped more than 4 million people start running. Couch to 5K can be completed in as little as 9 weeks, or longer if you want to go at your own pace. Visit the NHS better health website here for further information or download from the APP Store or Google Play.
Download the free Active 10 App – The Active 10 app records every minute of walking you do (anonymously). Just pop your phone in your pocket and away you go! Did you know walking briskly, even for 1 minute, counts as exercise? What are you waiting for – take your first steps today! Visit the NHS better health website here for further information or download from the APP Store or Google Play.
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
Who can be referred to the programme?
- You must be 18 or over.
- You must have a BMI greater than 30. The BMI threshold will be lowered to 27.5 for people from black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds, as we know people from these ethnic backgrounds are at an increased risk of conditions such as Type 2 diabetes at a lower BMI.
- You must have diabetes, high blood pressure, or both.
- You must have a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet access.
How to start the programme – To start your journey to a healthier lifestyle, you need to speak to your GP or a local pharmacist who can refer you to the programme.
For more information click here
Bags of Taste – Are you, or is someone you care for struggling to manage their weight? Are you finding it hard to eat healthily on a tight budget? Their FREE 2-week home cooking course could be for you. You are eligible to take part if you are a Newham resident and struggling to reach a healthy weight, and if any of the below apply to you:
- You’re receiving income related benefits
- Have a disability
- Have a long term illness
- Have a mental health condition including depression and anxiety
- Are a carer.
For more information and to refer yourself click here
Healthier You – Your local Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme. A record number of people in the UK are living with Type 2 diabetes. This figure has more than doubled since 1996. Sadly many people will experience potentially preventable complications because of diabetes, simply because they don’t know enough about their condition and how to manage it.
The good news is if you’re at risk of Type 2 diabetes there are lots of small changes you can make to prevent diabetes from developing in the first place. The first thing to do is find out if you are at risk. And if you are, don’t worry. Working with our digital partner, Oviva, we deliver tailored, personalised support to reduce people’s risk of Type 2 diabetes. Find out if you’re one of over 5 million people in the UK who are at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
There are different options for how you take part in the nine-month programme, depending on your preferences and needs:
- Group-based sessions: provided in a local community venue, convenient to you, led by one of our qualified Health Coaches, with the chance to engage with others to help you reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Digital one-to-one or peer support: provided online with the choice to receive support from a health coach either via the NHS-approved Oviva app over secure app messaging, or through phone/video calls. You will have the option to receive either 1-1 or peer support, and support is entirely remote with no need to travel.
- Tailored remote service: you may be offered the option of attending group based support entirely remotely via Microsoft Teams. This service is currently for those with: hearing impairment requiring British Sign Language; visual impairment; Bangladeshi or Pakistani backgrounds who require a specific cultural and language tailored service; women with a previous diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes.
Click here to register for support
This Girl Can – No one gets to choose how you exercise other than you. Your body, your call. And whatever that looks like, we think it’s worth celebrating. This Girl Can, funded by The National Lottery, believes that there’s no “right” way to get active. However you jiggle, kick, lift, stretch, or sprint, it’s time to get moving how you damn please.
For more information click here
Physical activities in Newham – Below is attached a link to physical activities you can participate in within Newham.
Park Run – Parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. parkrun is 5k and takes place every Saturday morning. junior parkrun is 2k, dedicated to 4-14 year olds and their families, every Sunday morning.
Parkrun is positive, welcoming and inclusive, there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along.
Click here to find out how to join in
Versus Arthritis – Whether you’re looking for information about your arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions, or you want to support family and friends, they can help.
Conditions – Search their A-Z or type in the condition you’d like more information about, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, fibromyalgia and many more.
Treatments – Read about various treatments for arthritis, including drugs, TENS, splints, therapies, surgery, your inflammatory arthritis pathway and who will treat you.
Eating well with arthritis – Learn which foods can help you find a balance with your diet, how you can make healthier choices and eat well with arthritis.
Exercising with arthritis – Find out more about exercising with arthritis and what types of exercises are beneficial for certain conditions.
While you’re waiting – The pandemic has left many people with arthritis waiting for appointments, surgery and treatments. This page has resources, information and support for you while you’re waiting.
For more information click here
Newham London – Children and Young People Activities. On the link below you can find out about Children, Young People and Early Years Activities in Newham.
Active Newham for children – Their leisure centres offer some of the best venues for holding a children’s party in Newham. Whether you want to hire the pool, have a sports activity party or use their exciting soft play areas, you are sure to find something that suits your event and ensures your child and their friends have a great time. Click here for more information.
Better Health – Healthier Families – Easy ways to eat well and move more. This is the new home of Change4Life. They have a new name and look, but don’t worry – they’re still here to help you and your family eat better and move more.
Click here for more information on how you and your family can live a healthier life
What can I do if my child is very overweight? If your child is very overweight, there’s lots you can do to help them become a healthy weight as they grow.
Click here for more on support and advice.
Nutrition Kitchen – Fun, free activities for the whole family to help you be more active and make
