A newly launched website dedicated to weight loss and lifestyle changes, changeforlife.ie, provides an online coaching programme for Irish people who want to lose weight.
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Steve Kerrigan, School of Pharmacy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland highlighted the problem of obesity in Ireland. “Over the years we have seen a huge increase in obesity levels amongst men and women but more worryingly the latest figures show a significant increase in the numbers of overweight and obese children in Ireland. For the first time ever, the number of overweight individuals in the world is equivalent to the number of underweight and unless current trends are reversed, the health related and economic consequences of this will be enormous."
"Changeforlife.ie can support people to make the changes that are necessary to improve their weight and lifestyle in a manageable and healthy way. Unfortunately in many cases health and exercise alone may not be enough for some people. So if this option doesn’t work for you, you should visit your GP to discuss the various drug treatment options available to assist you lose weight.”
One of the main features of the change for life website is the interactive four-step plan, taking you from the stage of thinking about dieting to implementing good food choices and maintaining these habits. If you have weight concerns, I would encourage you to log onto the website and take control today.
The Web site changeforlife.ie is supported by Abbott, a global broad-based healthcare company.
Keep in mind that research on these matters is on-going and is subject to change. The information presented is not intended as a substitute for medical treatment. It is intended to provide ongoing support of your healthy lifestyle practices.
