Managing your weight to reduce your risk
Having a healthy weight can reduce your risk of developing heart and circulatory diseases.
Taking control of your weight
Reaching and keeping to a healthy weight cuts your risk of heart and circulatory diseases. Whatever your reasons for trying to lose weight, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Weight and heart risk
What are the health risks of obesity?
Obesity is a medical condition which can raise your risk of heart and circulatory diseases. Find out the causes and if you might be at risk.
Your healthy eating toolkit
Our 'Eat better' booklet
'Eat better' is our essential guide to making healthier food choices. It’s packed with simple, practical tips for everyday life.
Eating a balanced diet
Everyone should aim for a well balanced diet. It can help cut your risk of heart and circulatory diseases, and stop you from gaining too much weight.
Portion size guide
Do you know what one portion of pasta looks like? Check out our portion size guide for the correct portions of your favourite foods.
5 steps to sustainable weight loss
When it comes to losing weight, a slower approach can be the most effective. We share 5 easy ways to make your weight loss a long term success.
Staying active - tips and resources
Getting active
Find out why staying active is vital for your heart health. We also offer a wide range of expert tips, motivation and easy exercises.
Staying active to control your weight
Staying active is one of the best ways to control weight. It can also improve the symptoms - and your risk of - a heart or circulatory condition.
Easy ways to work out at home
Looking to exercise without going to the gym? We share 9 easy ways to do the recommended amount of exercise.
More information and support
Get weight loss support with Heart Matters
Heart Matters is your free guide to heart health. It’s packed with articles on nutrition, activity and much more to support your weight loss journey.
Order our heart health booklets
Order or download our free information booklets on a range of topics, including risk factors, healthy eating and keeping your heart healthy.
Have any questions?
Our cardiac nurses are here to help answer your questions or concerns about heart and circulatory diseases. Speak to them on our free Heart Helpline.