Metabolic health refers to how effectively your body manages processes such as blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and body weight.

Poor metabolic health can increase the risk of conditions including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and fatty liver disease. Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and being physically active can all contribute to better metabolic health.

For some people, however, lifestyle changes alone may not provide the results they need. Specialist assessment can help identify factors affecting your metabolic health and determine an appropriate approach. 

Weight management and obesity

Obesity is increasingly recognised as a chronic metabolic disease rather than simply a matter of weight or lifestyle choices.

Effective weight management considers the individual as a whole. Factors such as eating patterns, physical activity, metabolic health, medical history, and previous attempts at weight loss can all be relevant when developing a treatment plan.

Obesity can also be associated with other metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors, including high cholesterol, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Depending on your individual circumstances, your Consultant may consider these factors when assessing your overall health and discussing weight management options.

The most appropriate approach to improving metabolic health will depend on your individual circumstances, health and weight management goals.

Depending on your needs, your care may include:

Medical weight management

Medical approaches may form part of a personalised weight management plan where appropriate. Your Consultant can discuss the available options and whether they are suitable for you.

Nutritional support

Diet and nutrition can play an important role in metabolic health and weight management. Nutritional advice may be incorporated into your wider care plan where appropriate.

Behavioural and lifestyle support

Long-term weight management involves more than short-term weight loss. Behavioural and lifestyle changes can help support sustainable improvements in health and may also contribute to improvements in factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar.

Management of metabolic risk factors

Metabolic health can involve several interconnected risk factors. Where appropriate, your care may consider areas such as high cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar alongside weight management.

Where a specific cardiovascular concern requires specialist assessment, patients may also benefit from the expertise of our Cardiology team.

Inherited conditions such as Familial Hypercholesterolaemia, Polygenic Hypercholesterolaemia and raised lipoprotein(a) could be investigated and treatment advice could be provided. The hereditary causes of high triglyceride could be explored and treated. 

Weight loss surgery

Where appropriate, weight loss surgery may form part of a patient's weight management plan. Your Consultant can discuss whether a surgical approach is suitable based on your individual circumstances.

Choosing private specialist care can provide access to dedicated consultations and personalised support for your metabolic health and weight management needs.

At New Victoria Hospital, your care will be tailored to your individual circumstances, with your Consultant assessing your health, discussing your goals, and helping you understand the most appropriate options available to you.

• Specialist metabolic medicine expertise.
• Personalised consultations focused on your individual health and goals.
• Time to discuss your concerns, medical history and treatment options.
• Assessment of factors affecting your metabolic health and weight.
• Access to specialist care across related areas, including Endocrinology and Cardiology, where appropriate.