Regular physical activity has many benefits to both physical and mental health and well-being. People who are physically active have a reduced risk of developing the major chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.
For exercise guidelines for your age and workouts to help improve your fitness and wellbeing please follow this link: Exercise - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
There are also exercise referral schemes which are designed to help people who would benefit from regular exercise. They are aimed at people with medical conditions that put their health at risk and people who are at risk through a non-active lifestyle. The list of health conditions is subject to change, so book an appointment to discuss and a full and up-to-date list.
Manging my Weight
Calculate your BMI to find out if you are a healthy weight for your height:
Use the below link to calculate your BMI today.
NHS 111 Wales - Living and Feeling Well : BMI Calculator
You should not use this tool if you, or the person you're using it for:
What does my BMI mean?
A higher BMI increases the chance of developing long-term conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
The BMI calculation is just one measure of health. It cannot tell the difference between muscle and fat.
For example, if you have a lot of muscle, you may be classed as overweight or obese despite having low body fat. This is why you may get a better idea of your overall health from measuring your waist.
To measure your waist:
You can access further information about having a healthier lifestyle for you and your family here: Healthier Families - Home - NHS (www.nhs.uk) and for NHS support on losing weight please follow this link: Lose weight - Better Health - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
If you are concerned about your weight or would like further information please book an appointment with your GP so we can help support you.
Healthy Eating:
Eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health. This means eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions, and consuming the right amount of food and drink to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. Most people in the UK eat and drink too many calories, too much saturated fat, sugar and salt, and not enough fruit, vegetables, oily fish or fibre.
To have a healthy, balanced diet, people should try to:
• eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day (see 5 A Day)
• base meals on higher fibre starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta
• have some dairy or dairy alternatives (such as soya drinks)
• eat some beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein
• choose unsaturated oils and spreads, and eat them in small amounts
• drink plenty of fluids (at least 6 to 8 glasses a day)
If you're having foods and drinks that are high in fat, salt and sugar, have these less often and in small amounts. Try to choose a variety of different foods from the 5 main food groups to get a wide range of nutrients.
The Eatwell Guide does not apply to children under the age of 2 because they have different nutritional needs.
People with special dietary needs or a medical condition should ask their doctor or a registered dietitian for advice.
Please follow the below link for further information on healthy eating:
NHS 111 Wales - Living and Feeling Well : Healthy Eating
For exercise guidelines for your age and workouts to help improve your fitness and wellbeing please follow this link: Exercise - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
There are also exercise referral schemes which are designed to help people who would benefit from regular exercise. They are aimed at people with medical conditions that put their health at risk and people who are at risk through a non-active lifestyle. The list of health conditions is subject to change, so book an appointment to discuss and a full and up-to-date list.
Manging my Weight
Calculate your BMI to find out if you are a healthy weight for your height:
Use the below link to calculate your BMI today.
NHS 111 Wales - Living and Feeling Well : BMI Calculator
You should not use this tool if you, or the person you're using it for:
- are under 18 years old
- are pregnant
- have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, or think you may have one
- have a condition that affects your height
What does my BMI mean?
A higher BMI increases the chance of developing long-term conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
The BMI calculation is just one measure of health. It cannot tell the difference between muscle and fat.
For example, if you have a lot of muscle, you may be classed as overweight or obese despite having low body fat. This is why you may get a better idea of your overall health from measuring your waist.
To measure your waist:
- find the bottom of your ribs and the top of your hips
- wrap a tape measure around your waist midway between these points
- breathe out naturally before taking the measurement
- 94cm (37ins) or more (men)
- 80cm (31.5ins) or more (women)
- 102cm (40ins) or more (men)
- 88cm (34ins) or more (women)
You can access further information about having a healthier lifestyle for you and your family here: Healthier Families - Home - NHS (www.nhs.uk) and for NHS support on losing weight please follow this link: Lose weight - Better Health - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
If you are concerned about your weight or would like further information please book an appointment with your GP so we can help support you.
Healthy Eating:
Eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health. This means eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions, and consuming the right amount of food and drink to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. Most people in the UK eat and drink too many calories, too much saturated fat, sugar and salt, and not enough fruit, vegetables, oily fish or fibre.
To have a healthy, balanced diet, people should try to:
• eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day (see 5 A Day)
• base meals on higher fibre starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta
• have some dairy or dairy alternatives (such as soya drinks)
• eat some beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein
• choose unsaturated oils and spreads, and eat them in small amounts
• drink plenty of fluids (at least 6 to 8 glasses a day)
If you're having foods and drinks that are high in fat, salt and sugar, have these less often and in small amounts. Try to choose a variety of different foods from the 5 main food groups to get a wide range of nutrients.
The Eatwell Guide does not apply to children under the age of 2 because they have different nutritional needs.
People with special dietary needs or a medical condition should ask their doctor or a registered dietitian for advice.
Please follow the below link for further information on healthy eating:
NHS 111 Wales - Living and Feeling Well : Healthy Eating