When you’re at a healthy weight you’re at less risk of health problems such as:
type 2 diabetes
high blood pressure
high cholesterol
stroke
osteoarthritis
certain types of cancer
There are healthy ways to make changes to improve your health, which in turn can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Learn more about food and nutrition and physical activity.
Find more information about how a healthy weight can improve the chances of conceiving a baby and having a healthy pregnancy.