Tips to help you lose weight. There are lots of ways you can lose weight, from making

Tips to help you lose weight.
There are lots of ways you can lose weight, from making small changes to what you eat and drink to finding more support.

If you're overweight, losing weight will give you more energy and help to reduce the risk of obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.Things you can do to lose weight
You do not have to do everything at once, try one thing at a time and find what works for you.

Do
get active for 150 minutes a week – you can break this up into shorter sessions

aim to get your 5 A Day – 80g of fresh, canned or frozen fruit or vegetables count as 1 portion

aim to lose 1 to 2lbs, or 0.5 to 1kg, a week

read food labels – products with more green colour coding than amber and red are often a healthier option

swap sugary drinks for water – if you do not like the taste, add slices of lemon or lime for flavour

cut down on food that's high in sugar and fat – start by swapping sugary cereal for wholegrain alternatives

share your weight loss plan with someone you trust – they can help motivate you when you have a bad day.

do not lose weight suddenly with diets

do not stock unhealthy food – popcorn, fruit and rice cakes can be healthier alternatives

do not skip meals – you might end up snacking more because you feel hungry

do not finish your plate if you're full – you can save leftover food for the next day.