Table 1 Contents of the GP handbook and patient workbook

GP handbook:

 1. Welcome

 2. Who is this programme for?

 3. Work up

 4. Why is it so hard to lose weight?

 5. Nutrition

 6. Physical activity

 7. Behavioural interventions to support weight loss

 8. Trouble shooting and communication

 9. Medical causes for obesity

Patient workbook:

 1. Welcome

 2. Upcoming appointments

 3. Goal setting

 4. Measurements

 5. Nutrition

 6. Physical activity

 7. Behavioural supports

 8. Physical activity diary

 9. Nutrition diary

 10. Relapse prevention