Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I lose weight and keep it off?
Forget strict diets. Instead make small changes to what you are doing now. These changes may include
regular meals, cutting down on foods high in fat and sugar, not snacking in front of the TV or increasing
the amount of vegetables and fruit you eat. Start with 2 or 3 goals, keep these up for a few weeks until
they become a habit, then choose another 2 or 3 and do the same again. It will be more effective in the
long term to lose weight this way but do not expect to lose weight quickly - approximately 1 or 2 Ib
(0.5/1.0kg) per week is normal. You will also find it easier to lose weight if you are generally more
physically active.
I eat just one meal per day, but still can't lose weight. What can I do?
Eating more regularly, for example three smaller meals a day, can help to control your eating and help
you lose weight. Plan your day around what healthy meals or snacks you will have, thinking about what
you will do when you are away from home. Often, it is easier to control what you eat by taking
something healthy with you from home.
I've lost some weight, but now this has stopped. How can I start losing weight again?
Weight loss can be slower than you would like and you may not lose weight some weeks. Using a food
and activity diary can highlight areas where you may be able to make more changes. You will be able
to discuss your diary at your local pharmacist or healthcare professional. People who are more physically
active find it easier to lose weight, so you may want to set this as one of your goals.
