NHS Better Health — Lose Weight
Long-term Conditions · NHS · National service
Free NHS 12-week weight loss plan app with daily diet and exercise guidance — no referral or diagnosis needed, start today
NHS Better Health — Lose Weight is the NHS's free, open-access route to losing weight: download the free NHS Weight Loss Plan app and follow a 12-week programme of daily diet, activity and habit guidance, with weekly challenges and progress tracking. There is no referral, diagnosis or eligibility requirement — anyone can start today. The site also offers a BMI checker and links to further free support, making it a good first step for anyone who does not qualify for the referral-based NHS Digital Weight Management Programme.
Contact
Website: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/lose-weight/
Who it's for
Who they help: Adults 18 and over
Eligibility: Any adult — no referral, diagnosis or criteria required.
Not suitable for: No specific exclusions — open to any adult; those under 18 or pregnant should seek advice from their GP instead.
Information last verified July 2026. Printed from https://www.socialprescriber.co.uk/charities/nhs-better-health-lose-weight