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Weight loss

For both men and women. Get weight loss tips and advice from our team of clinical experts and health coaches. Demystify the latest medication and chart a path to long-term weight loss.

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weight loss

6 minute read

How to set and achieve your health goals (the S.M.A.R.T. way)

Most people don’t fail at their health goals because they lack motivation. They fail because the goal was never clear enough to begin with.

weight loss

6 minute read

A no-nonsense guide to blood sugar

You’ve probably heard the term blood sugar thrown around lately, be it on social media, in conversations with your doctor, or because you may have heard it out in public. It’s become a bit of a buzzword, with people tracking their glucose levels, talking about “spikes,” and trying to eat in ways that keep things steady.

weight loss

5 minute read

Wegovy 5-day diet plan

Crafting a successful weight loss journey is about finding the right balance in your diet, especially when you're on medications like Mounjaro. Tom Holloway, a nutritionist at Numan, shares insights into the best diet to support weight loss when taking Mounjaro.

weight loss

3 minute read

New price changes for Mounjaro – what they are, why they happened, and what the options are

We know price rises are the last thing you want to deal with when you’re working hard on your health. This update explains what’s changing, why it’s happening, and your options if you’re on treatment or thinking about starting.

weight loss

3 minute read

Confused by Wegovy switching claims? Here’s what the evidence really says

With fast‑moving (and sometimes conflicting) claims about Wegovy, it can be hard to know what to trust when you’re considering a switch. A lot of the confusion comes from mixing up doses, brands, timelines, and UK‑specific rules.

weight loss

5 minute read

How to get Wegovy on the NHS

Wegovy (semaglutide) is a once-weekly injection that helps regulate appetite, slow digestion, and support weight loss when combined with healthy lifestyle changes. But while it’s gaining popularity, getting Wegovy on the NHS isn’t as straightforward as asking your GP for a prescription.

weight loss

6 minute read

Your first month on Wegovy after Mounjaro: what to expect

Switching from one weight loss medication to another can feel daunting, especially if you’ve worked hard to make progress on Mounjaro. Many people worry that moving to Wegovy will undo their results or set them “back to square one.” However, with the right plan and support, you can protect your progress and keep building on the hard work you’ve already put in.

weight loss

6 minute read

Top 5 myths about switching from Mounjaro to Wegovy

If you’ve been reading the news lately, you’ll know that switching from Mounjaro to Wegovy has sparked a lot of discussion. Some people are worried about side effects, others are anxious about losing progress, and plenty of myths are flying around about how the switch works.

weight loss

5 minute read

How to stay on track during your switch from Mounjaro to Wegovy

Switching from one weight loss medication to another can feel a bit daunting. If you’re moving from Mounjaro to Wegovy, you might worry about setbacks, side effects, or whether your progress will stall.

weight loss

7 minute read

The science behind switching: why some people might respond better to different weight loss medications

Weight loss treatments have transformed the way we treat obesity. Clinical trials show that people using these medications can lose anywhere between 16% and 21% of their body weight, depending on the drug and how well they stick with treatment.1,2 For many, that’s life-changing progress which leads to less breathlessness when walking upstairs, clothes that fit more comfortably, and improved health markers like blood pressure or blood sugar.1-3

weight loss

3 minute read

Switching from Mounjaro to Wegovy: expert advice from a Numan doctor

As you may be aware, Eli Lilly has announced a UK price increase on Mounjaro. We know changes like this can be unsettling. Our priority is safe, continuous care - keeping you informed, helping you weigh up your options, and supporting whatever decision you make.

weight loss

5 minute read

Wegovy 7.2mg dose tested in new obesity trial: what you need to know

A new study has explored whether a higher dose of the weight-loss injection semaglutide, better known by the brand name Wegovy, could help people with obesity lose more weight than currently marked doses.

weight loss

5 minute read

How to switch from Mounjaro to Wegovy

Whether it’s due to side effects, cost, a change in your goals, or simply following your clinician’s advice, many people make the switch from Mounjaro (tirzepatide) to Wegovy (semaglutide). It's a straightforward process, made simpler with the input from clinicians and health coaches.

weight loss

3 minute read

What to know if your Mounjaro pen is exposed to heat

It’s the middle of summer. You get home after work to find your Mounjaro (tirzepatide) delivery left outside, baking in the sun. Should you inject it or throw it away? It’s a question many people are asking. As more people start using GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro for weight management or diabetes, the logistics of keeping it cool, especially in warmer months, start to become a real headache.

weight loss

5 minute read

7 common triggers of food noise and what you can do about them

Food noise: a constant whisper (or shout) in your head reminding you about snacks, meals, and cravings. For some, it’s fleeting. For others, it’s like a soundtrack playing on loop. But why does it happen?

weight loss

5 minute read

Mounjaro 5-day diet plan

weight loss

4 minute read

The biology of food noise

You might be working, driving, or sitting in a meeting, but part of your brain is elsewhere, mentally rifling through the kitchen cupboards. This intrusive soundtrack of food thoughts, known these days as “food noise,” is more than just a passing craving. It’s a psychological and biological tug-of-war that scientists are only beginning to map.

weight loss

5 minute read

Hunger vs cravings: how to tell the difference

Most of the time, we eat because our body tells us we’re hungry. But sometimes, we eat only because we feel like it, are bored, or are enticed by external cues, such as the smell of a neighbour's morning bacon sandwich trickling through the window.