WEIGHT LOSS

Obesity is an alarming health problem in our society. Approximately 8 million Australians are overweight, 2.6 million of these people are obese. If you are overweight you are at risk of developing other serious health problems including kidney failure, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke and heart disease, or joint problems like arthritis.

Being overweight can also a! ect your self-esteem and cause depression. Your pharmacist can help you lose weight by advising on:

- healthy eating
- sensible exercise
- change of habits

Your pharmacist can also advise you on the available evidence for success of medicines to assist with weight loss and what medicine, if any, might help in your situation.

For more information visit
www.askyourpharmacist.com.au