Healthy Weight NHS Ayrshire & Arran

29/04/2026

Diabetes Patient Information & Awareness Session

Date: Thursday 28 May 2026
Time: 10am to 12pm
Venue: Troon Walker Hall, Municipal Buildings, South Beach, Troon KA10 6EF

See flyer for more information and how to book your place...

28/04/2026

Meal Planning Without Spreadsheets

3, 2, 1, GO!

Meal planning doesn’t need spreadsheets, strict rules, or hours of prep. It can be as simple as choosing:
• 3 dinners you’ll repeat (easy, filling, familiar)
• 2 lunches you can assemble quickly
• 1 high protein breakfast you can rely on

This reduces decision fatigue and makes it easier to stick with healthier choices on busy weeks.

Simple plans are often the most effective — because they’re the ones people actually use. For some ideas about what to prepare, check out the Recipes section on our Healthy Weight App.

If you would like to download the App, just search the App Store on your phone for NHS Ayrshire and Arran, download and install this app, then select Healthy Weight Ayrshire.

26/04/2026

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!

24/04/2026

On Your Feet Ayrshire!

On Your Feet Day is a reminder that movement doesn’t need to be formal exercise.

Ways to add movement without “working out”:
• Take the stairs when you can
• Do a 5-minute mobility break (e.g., 10 bodyweight squats or 10 chair sit-to-stands, 10 wall push-ups, 10 arm circles, then repeat once)
• Walk while on the phone for one call a day
• Add a 2-minute “exercise snack” between tasks — marching on the spot, heel raises at the kitchen counter, or stepping side-to-side

Small amounts of movement are still meaningful — and they build momentum.

21/04/2026

Protein WITHOUT Diet Culture

Protein isn’t just for gym-goers — it helps with fullness, steady energy, and maintaining muscle as we age.

Affordable protein options include:
• Eggs to have with breakfast or lunch
• Beans and lentils, great to add to stews or sauces
• Skyr or 0% Greek-style yoghurt with your cereal or porridge in the morning
• Tinned fish like tuna, mackerel or sardines, which make great lunch or dinner options

You don’t need extreme high-protein diets. Simply including a source of protein with each meal can make healthy eating easier to stick with.

21/04/2026

21/04/2026

19/04/2026

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!

17/04/2026

Walking, but Realistic (and Social)
Walking is popular for a reason: it’s simple, free, and supports both physical and mental health.

If you’re trying to build more movement into your week, make it easy and social:
• A short walk with a colleague after lunch
• A walking meeting instead of sitting down
• A quick “kettle challenge” — knee raises or marching on the spot while you wait. How many can you do?
• A weekend wander with a friend or family member
• Trying a local walking group if you prefer company

You don’t need to do loads. Doing a little, often — especially with other people — is what makes the difference.

Need inspiration for routes or groups? Gillian’s Walks has a great list across Ayrshire...

Gillian has been exploring the country since 2016 and is passionate about inspiring you to discover what's out there and arming you with the skills and

15/04/2026

Diabetes Patient Information and Awareness Session
Date: Thursday 28th May 2026
Time: 10am-12noon
Venue: Walker Hall, Municipal Buildings, South Beach, Troon

See flyer for more information and how to book your place...