Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs OverweightUpdated: 2018-05-25Self-careSelf-care options include taking in fewer calories, making healthy food choices, getting more exercise, and monitoring weight. When to make a doctor's appointmentSee a doctor if: Advice on nutrition and exercise is needed Weight-loss medications might help Thinking about weight-loss surgery © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use