Support for Registered Patients at Colchester Medical Practice
We offer dedicated health and wellbeing support to our registered patients, helping you make positive, lasting lifestyle changes.
Diet & Nutrition
Weight management for all BMI categories
Healthy eating and meal planning guidance
Diet support for Type 2 diabetes
Cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia) management
Fitness & Pain Management
Personalised exercise plans (strength, mobility, balance)
Fitness advice and wellbeing walks
Chronic pain support, including emotional wellbeing
Lifestyle coaching and social support to reduce isolation
Speak to our team today to start your journey to better health.Slimming World
You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight.
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Slimming World
Group customer service
0344 897 8000
Monday to Friday
9am – 6pm
Saturday and Sunday
9am – 2pm
Bank holidays
9am – 5pmBMI calculator
The body mass index (BMI) is a measure that uses your height and weight to work out if your weight is healthy.
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NHS: BMI healthy weight calculatorWeight Watchers
Meetings, online or a little bit of both. They’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle.
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Weight WatchersActive Essex
Find activities near you, using our Activity Finder for both live streaming to be active at home and also at venues near you.
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www.findyouractive.activityfinder.netLeisure World
Be part of Leisure world’s comprehensive Group Fitness programme with over 100 exciting classes each week to suit all ages, levels of fitness and interest.
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www.colchesterleisureworld.co.ukFurther Information
For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more.
Websites
NHS – Weight Loss
Patient.info – Mediterranean Diet
Free Real Food Lifestyle Patient Booklets for advice on weight loss
Weight Management
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 26 February 2026