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Monkseaton Medical Centre

Cauldwell Avenue, Monkseaton, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE25 9PH. Tel: 0191 252 1616

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Healthy Weight

To find out if you’re a healthy weight for your height, work out your body mass index (BMI).

You can easily check your BMI by using this BMI calculator. A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered healthy.

The BMI calculator can also be used to check if your child is a healthy weight.

If you or your child are overweight

Weight gain occurs when you regularly eat and drink more calories than you burn through normal bodily functions and physical activity. Read about the hidden causes of weight gain.

To lose weight, you should try to cut down on how much you eat and drink and be more active.

Find out more about calories and your weight.

Next steps

Take action now and start losing weight.

You can:

  • start the NHS weight loss plan
  • sign up for weight loss email support
  • start running with Couch to 5K
  • try our 12-week fitness plan
  • get fit with Strength and Flex
  • try our tips to help you lose weight
  • learn how to achieve a healthy, balanced diet
  • read about walking for health

If you or your child are underweight

Being underweight isn’t good for your health either. If you’re concerned about yourself or someone else, read NHS pages on:

  • underweight adults
  • underweight teen boys
  • underweight teen girls
  • underweight children aged 6 to 12
  • underweight children aged 2 to 5

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Opening Times

Monday: 8am to 6pm
Tuesday: 8am to 6pm
Wednesday: 8am to 6pm
Thursday: 8am to 6pm
Friday: 8am to 6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
For surgery closure days click here

Updates

  • Some of our normal operations have changed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Click here for more details.
  • We are offering online services. This allows you to book appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view your medical record online. Click here for more details.
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