Supporting Young People to Build Healthy Habits Growing up brings change, new experiences and plenty of pressures. For young people, developing a positive relationship with food, movement and their own bodies can be an important part of feeling well. Families, schools and communities all have a role to play in making healthy choices easier and…
Our initiatives Creating a healthier future takes more than one action. Obesity is influenced by a range of factors, including our surroundings, access to healthy food, opportunities to be active, health and wellbeing, and the support available to individuals and families. Effective initiatives should recognise this complexity and make healthier choices easier and more accessible…
Children’s Health and Obesity: Supporting Healthy Habits Children’s health is shaped by many factors, including family life, school, the local environment and access to nutritious food and opportunities to be active. Childhood obesity is a complex public health issue, and it should be approached with understanding and without blame. A child’s weight is not simply…
Information about obesity Reliable information can help people understand obesity, make informed choices and find appropriate support. Obesity is a complex health condition influenced by a range of factors. It is not simply a matter of willpower, and people affected by it deserve care and respect without judgement. What is obesity? Obesity describes having excess…
Recommendations for Preventing and Managing Obesity Obesity is influenced by many factors, including health, income, environment, culture and access to support. There is no single solution that works for everyone. Recommendations are most helpful when they are practical, respectful and tailored to a person’s circumstances. Start with a supportive approach Conversations about weight can be…
Halve childhood obesity: a healthier future for every child Every child deserves the chance to grow up healthy, active and confident. Halving childhood obesity is an ambitious goal—but it is achievable if families, schools, communities, businesses and government work together to make healthier choices easier for everyone. Childhood obesity is not simply a matter of…
How primary and community care can support obesity prevention Obesity prevention is not simply a matter of telling people to eat less or exercise more. Weight is shaped by many factors, including health, income, housing, stress, food availability, work, culture and the environments in which people live. Primary and community care services are well placed…
Use this hub to lose and manage your weight Making changes to your weight can feel challenging, especially when there is so much conflicting advice. This hub is here to help you find clear, practical information and take manageable steps towards healthier habits. Whether you are just getting started, working towards a personal goal or…
Overweight or living with obesity: understanding the difference The terms “overweight” and “obesity” are used to describe weight ranges that may be associated with particular health risks. They can be useful in healthcare, but they do not describe a person’s character, effort or overall health. Weight is influenced by many factors, and people deserve respectful,…
What Helps You Lose Weight? There is no single food, exercise or quick fix that helps everyone lose weight. For most people, weight loss happens when, over time, the body uses more energy than it gets from food and drink. The most helpful approach is one that supports this balance while being realistic, nourishing and…
