+1 Billion
People are living with obesity worldwide, highlighting the complexity of the disease and the urgent need for comprehensive obesity care.
Weight loss is more than just a number on the scale
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Obesity is a complex disease, but every small win matters just as much as the weight loss itself!
By looking at your health holistically, you'll notice wonderful and unexpected changes along the way - whether it's more energy, better sleep, or a boost in confidence.
Celebrate each step forward - because they all make life, lighter.
Showing up is first step. Well done. You are here. We have curated easy steps so that the journey to get help doesn't feel overwhelming.
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40-70%
Of the risk of developing obesity can be attributed to genetics, highlighting that it's not just about willpower but also biological factors.
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Obesity is associated with more than 200 health complications.
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For a healthier heart, your waist should be less than half your height.
5%
Reduction in excess weight can improve heart health and quality of life.
2.9 x
People living with obesity are 2.9 times more likely to achieve their weight management goal when working with an obesity expert.
Obesity care is more than just weight loss
Living with obesity means living with more than you can see. It's a chronic, relapsing disease connected to over 200 health complications - physical, physiological and mental - including high blood pressure, joint pain and depression. Real obesity care sees the whole picture.
What is your main motivation behind managing obesity?
That's great to hear! Obesity care is not to achieve a number on the scale, it's about finding a healthier you for the long-term. You might want to read more about obesity care here.
You may have a goal weight in mind, but did you know, you may start to see health benefits from losing even 5% of your total body weight. Find out more here.
Obesity stigma in society has been a long-term challenge, but are perceptions changing? You may be interested to read our exploration into this topic here.
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