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[Rial]

Hi all, Im new here... today I have been prescribed Orlistat, does anyone have any helpful links to diet plans to go with the medication?

Thanks in advance

[Zest Healthy BMI]

Hi Rial,

Welcome to the Weight Loss NhS forum. I hope you'll enjoy being part of this forum, and I'd recommend having a look at our Welcome Newbie post - it's in the Pinned posts area, which is on the right-hand-side of the homepage (or at the bottom if you're accessing via a mobile).

Basically many of us follow the NHS 12 week plan, which you can also access via the homepage - there's a downloadable button there - and it's 12 weeks, very easy to follow - and I'd recommend signing up for E-mail support, as that really does help.

I know you've been prescribed Orlistat, so I hope that goes well.

Wishing you a great week ahead.

Lowcal

[sadiyah]

i used this medication until i was able to change my diet and didnt need it anymore.

i ate a low gi diet and u should eat plenty of vitamen rich foods as the meds dont allow vitamens to absorb as much

[albinohedgehog]

Heya. I think the main thing with Orlistat is to eat low fat, as eating fatty food will increase risk of sideffects.

All the best x

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Hi there, welcome to the forum and good luck.

[Fidget76]

Hi there yes I'm on the same meds for second time running. Basically if you don't stick to a healthy diet orange oil leaks from your butt I won't advice tena lady's pads to be on safe side.