In the second instalment of a series of discussions with dietitian Dawn Shotton, the main topic focuses on understanding what your triggers are. After 20 years as a dietitian, Dawn is hugely knowledgeable on the subject and provides her insight below: “It might seem a contradiction, but, the key to staying on track is to… Continue reading Understanding what your triggers are is key
Author: Ross Jackson
Unhealthy snacks prevail in UK hospitals
NHS health centres are being encouraged to use behavioural ‘nudges’ to promote healthier snack choices after a recent audit produced worrying results about the prevalence of unhealthy snacks. The Guardian is reporting that three-quarters of the best-selling snacks in hospitals, cafes and canteens were rated as unhealthy snacks in an audit of health centres in… Continue reading Unhealthy snacks prevail in UK hospitals
How can I stick to a diet plan?
In the first of a series of discussions with dietitian Dawn Shotton, the main topic focuses on how to stick to a diet plan. After 20 years as a dietitian, Dawn is hugely knowledgeable on the subject and provides her insight below: “How to maintain and stick to a good diet plan really depends on… Continue reading How can I stick to a diet plan?
First clients reveal weight loss results after completing the 12-week programme
We recently opened our doors in January 2019 and have had our first clients complete their initial 12-week weight loss programme. Shaun Hughes (34) and Karen Stevenson (54) both embarked on the programme of diet, exercise and mind-coaching after reaching their heaviest weight and recognising they needed help to tackle the lifestyle changes necessary to… Continue reading First clients reveal weight loss results after completing the 12-week programme
Senior physio enjoys milestone moment
Senior physio Michael Armstrong is more than happy to be one of the poster boys for Onhealth after passing a significant milestone. Armstrong joined On Medical in 2009 and has seen plenty of change as it moved to new premises and more recently launched Onhealth, a bariatric service designed to help tackle obesity in the… Continue reading Senior physio enjoys milestone moment
Should school packed lunches be banned?
Prue Leith, Great British Bake Off judge, has called for school packed lunches to be banned with immediate effect as childhood obesity continues to be a source of national concern. Almost 10% of 4-5-year-olds are classed as obese, according to the National Child Measurement programme, with that number rising to 20% for 10-11-year-olds leaving primary… Continue reading Should school packed lunches be banned?
Onhealth Competition
Congratulations to our Onhealth competition winner Rai Kirk! Rai won a Fitbit in our recent social media competition. Keep an eye on our social media pages for our next competition! You can follow Onhealth on: Facebook Instagram Twitter
Onhealth announce sponsorship
We’re thrilled to announce we now sponsor the Under 11’s Sunderland Uno YFC team. The local team look great in their brand new kit and we wish them all the best for their upcoming games.
Sky News broadcast live from Onhealth
On the 3rd January 2019 Sky News broadcast their Sunrise programme live from Onhealth between 8am and 2pm. The broadcast included a range of interviews with Onhealth staff, clients and industry experts together with local Government and clinical experts. If you missed it, here are a few of the interviews from the day: “I lose… Continue reading Sky News broadcast live from Onhealth