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Over 14,000 people lost weight with an NHS online plan

2 mins read Diet and nutrition
Research shows that patients referred to the NHS’ Digital Weight Management Programme lose, on average, over eight pounds in just 12 weeks.

A peer-reviewed paper, published in The Obesity Journal, shows that 63,937 people were referred to the scheme in its first year, with 50 per cent taking up the offer and enrolling in the service.

A total of 14,268 of those then went on to complete the programme (April 2021 to March 2022), with people who completed it losing an impressive 3.9kg or 8.59lbs over 12 weeks.

The 12-week online plan offers diet and physical activity advice, as well as guidance and support to help achieve a healthy lifestyle with boosted participation thanks to easy access on an app or online.

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