Foodwise For Life
‘Foodwise for Life’ is written by Public Health Dietitians in Wales (PHDiW) and is an eight week structured weight management programme which focuses on long term weight loss. The programme is delivered by a range of community based staff in settings such as leisure centres, community halls and schools.
It will benefit individuals who are overweight with a Body Mass Index > 25kg/m2.
‘Foodwise for Life’ covers topics such as:
- A Healthy way to lose weight.
- Become more active. Moving more!
- Get support and ideas to help change your eating habits
- Portion sizes
- Food Labels
- Dealing with hunger & craving
- Overcoming barriers
- Swap it don’t stop it
It is not intended to replace structured education/care provided by health professionals for those with specific medical conditions such as diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome or low thyroid function.