UAE Government steps in to help overweight employees get fit

The UAE Government has launched a programme for overweight employees to shed extra kilos and adopt a healthy lifestyle, according to a media report. Titled "Lose to Win", the programme has been launched by the Ministry of Health and Prevention and encourages those struggling with weight issues to learn how to induce positive changes in their lifestyle, the Gulf News reported. "The programme involves adopting a healthy diet and engaging in physical activity, helping employees lose excessive weight within eight weeks," the report said.

The programme team comprises nutritionists and health educators from the Health and Education Department of the ministry. Apart from awareness sessions, the programme includes a workshop on healthy nutrition where the participants are briefed on essential topics, including how to read food labels as well as explaining the make-up of balanced diets, the report said.