Healthy Weight NHS Ayrshire & Arran

20/01/2026

Bean benefits 1: Health 🏥

Beans are high in fibre.

Eating more fibre will help reduce the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and certain cancers. However, as a population only 4% of us actually eat enough.

And there's more...

Did you know that beans are also a good source of protein and iron; making them a nutritious, cheap and environmentally friendly meat alternative.

Look out for this weeks recipe😊

16/01/2026

🍽Check-In Friday: What’s one small food win this week?

Maybe you added an extra veg.
Maybe you swapped to wholemeal once.
Maybe you had fruit when you’d normally choose something else.

Or maybe this week didn’t quite go as planned — which is completely normal.

Take a moment to notice one thing you did that moved you in the right direction.
One little win is still progress. Remember, it’s about progress, NOT perfection.

13/01/2026

This Week’s Focus: Small Food Wins...
Healthy eating doesn’t need to feel complicated. Small, consistent changes often make the biggest difference.

Here are a few ideas from the Power of 3 Menu you might focus on this week:
🥕 Add a veg to one meal
🌾 Swap to a higher-fibre option (wholemeal or 50:50 bread, wholewheat pasta, porridge!)
🍎 Have fruit as a snack
💧 Choose water or sugar-free drinks most of the time

Which one feels most achievable for you over the next few days?

09/01/2026

✨ Check-In Friday: How has your first week gone?
You might have managed one of your habits every day… or just once… or maybe you’re still choosing your 3 — and that’s absolutely okay.

Take a moment today to notice one small win from this week. It might be:
• Adding a veg to a meal
• Drinking more water
• Going for a short walk
• Planning ahead

Even tiny steps count. What’s one thing you feel good about this week?

06/01/2026

🌟 January Experiment: Pick Your Power of 3! 🌟
This January, we’re trying something a little different on this page.

Instead of big resolutions, we’re focusing on small, realistic habits that can build confidence and momentum. Think of it as a gentle January experiment — we’ll see how it goes and review it at the end of the month.

👉 Your task this week is to pick up to three small habits from our Healthy Habits Menu. Some ideas include:
• Add a veg to one meal
• Swap to a high-fibre carb (think brown or 50:50 bread, or porridge for breakfast)
• Have fruit as a snack
• Choose water or sugar-free drinks
• Move for 10 minutes
• Get outdoors daily
• Do a strength activity once a week
• Reduce screens before bed

There’s no right or wrong choice — just pick the habits that feel most achievable for you. Which three will you try this January?

06/01/2026

Are you a woman aged between 18 and 45 years, and have had Gestational Diabetes in a previous pregnancy? UWS (University of the West of Scotland) are conducting research to better understand the long-term impacts and improve care for women. The study involves an online interview with a researcher.

If you wish to participate in this important research, then please email Dawn.Cameron@uws.ac.uk or call 07548073357

Your voice matters—help us make a difference!

04/01/2026

Get ready for the 2026!
It’s the perfect time to reset and experience all the benefits of a month off booze.
Download the free Try Dry® app to start your alcohol-free streak...

The official website for the Dry January® challenge: one month alcohol-free.

30/12/2025

To download the Healthy Weight Ayrshire App, search your App store for NHS Ayrshire & Arran, download and install and then select Healthy Weight App.

Direct link to Apple App store is here...

30/12/2025

To download the Healthy Weight Ayrshire App, search your App store for NHS Ayrshire & Arran, download and install and then select Healthy Weight App.

Direct link to Google Play store is here...

26/12/2025

Cook once, eat twice! Turkey, tatties, and sprouts—oh my! Don’t let your Christmas leftovers go to waste.
This easy roast soup recipe is healthy, hearty, and perfect for making the most of the festive season. 🎅

This recipe is a simple and tasty way to use up your roast dinner leftovers and prevent food waste. Serves 4. Prep time: 40 minutes