Am I overweight?
Being overweight can have several causes. For example, because of what you eat and exercise, but also because of stress, poor sleep, illness or medication. Therefore, it is important to first look Whether you are overweight and what plays a role with you.
With the online decision aid Check causes of obesity you get an insight into this. You fill in a number of questionnaires. The outcome will show which factors may be involved and which follow-up step suits you best.
You can take the outcome to your GP to discuss together what is a good approach for you.
What suits me?
Not everyone who is overweight needs the same help. Sometimes small lifestyle changes are enough. Sometimes additional counselling is needed. In other cases, further research is important first. Together with your GP, you look at which support is best for you.
What is a lifestyle programme?
A lifestyle programme will help you lose weight and live healthier if you are overweight. Depending on the programme you participate in, you will receive guidance from a lifestyle coach, dietician, physiotherapist or exercise therapist or a combination of these healthcare providers.
Together, you work for two years to make lasting changes to your lifestyle. These programmes are called Combined lifestyle interventions (GLI). In the first year you learn to live healthier, in the second year you learn how to sustain these changes.
You will receive practical tips and guidance on:
- Healthy eating
- Move more
- Sleep better and relax
- Dealing with stress and other issues that get in the way of a healthy lifestyle
So you work step by step towards a healthier life that suits you - at your pace, with support.
When do you qualify?
Your GP or specialist can assess whether a lifestyle programme makes sense for you. These programmes are reimbursed from the basic insurance. You are eligible in the following situations:
You have a BMI of 25 or higher AND any of these problems:
- increased risk of cardiovascular disease
- increased risk of diabetes
- diabetes
- osteoarthritis
- sleep apnoea
Or, you have a BMI of 30 or higher, and you would like to participate yourself. Your GP or specialist may refer you to a lifestyle coach.
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