Our successful weight loss program
Our successful weight loss program
The Mayo Clinic Diet is a trusted weight loss program developed by Mayo Clinic’s team of health and nutrition experts.
This much-loved program is designed to help you build sustainable habits, replace unhealthy behaviors, and achieve meaningful weight loss.
Updated with new tools, delicious meal plans and personalization features, the Mayo Clinic weight loss program supports a healthier lifestyle you can maintain for life.
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Why choose the Mayo Clinic Diet
Why choose the Mayo Clinic Diet
The Mayo Clinic Diet is a doctor-developed weight loss program backed by research and clinical experience.
The program is flexible, personalized to your needs, and supported by digital tools like a food journal and weight tracker to help you stay on track.
Key features of the Mayo Clinic weight loss program include:
- Personalized weight loss plans
- Emphasis on enjoyable, nutritious foods
- Encourages physical activity
- Comprehensive digital weight tracker
- Lifestyle coaching support
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You'll love our 8 delicious meal plans designed to make weight loss simple, nutritious and tasty.
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Simple
Spend less time in the kitchen, more time living with our most popular meal plan full of delicious quick recipes.
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Mediterranean
A plant-based meal plan featuring fish, nuts, legumes and unlimited vegetables and fruits.
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Healthy Keto
A low-carb meal plan high in healthy fats which keeps daily net carbs to around 50 grams.
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The "Original"
A DASH-aligned meal plan following the eating plan from The Mayo Clinic Diet, Third Edition book.
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Vegetarian
A meat-free, plant-packed meal plan suitable for lacto-ovo vegetarians.
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Higher Protein
This tasty meal plan distributes protein evenly across each meal of the day to help curb cravings.
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Why doctors recommend the Mayo Clinic Diet
Why members love the Mayo Clinic Diet
This diet is not a fad. You’ve had enough of those and know the result. This is a program that helps you make simple, healthy, pleasurable changes that will result in a weight you can maintain for the rest of your life.
Donald D. Hensrud, MD, MS, MPH
The Mayo Clinic Diet is featured in 10 of 11 “Best Diets” categories by U.S. News & World Report
Frequently asked questions
What’s included in the Mayo Clinic Diet?
- A best-selling diet that is medically-backed and trusted worldwide
- All-new digital platform that has helped members lose 3x more weight*
- Access to the unparalleled educational content and expertise of the Mayo Clinic
- Mayo Clinic Diet 12 Week Course to help you learn the principles of healthy weight loss
- Exclusive content and videos from Mayo Clinic Doctors and Experts
- All-new quick start Lose It! phase, where members can lose 6 to 10 lbs in 2 weeks
- Tools to track progress and log your meals, exercise, measurements, and body weight
- All-new quick, easy, healthy, and delicious recipes
- All-new Habit Optimizer to swap unhealthy habits for good ones
- Meal plan options that include Healthy Keto, High Protein, Vegetarian and Mediterranean
- Holistic and whole self-focused program
- Calorie counting not required
- Food tracker with over 1m foods
- Enjoy unlimited fruits and vegetables
- At-home workouts – no equipment required
- Psychological quiz to assess diet mindset
- Unlimited access to a members' Private Facebook Group
How long is the program?
Our initial program is 12 weeks but Mayo Clinic Diet is built for your life. Health is a journey and we’re here every step of the way, for as long as you need us.
How does the program work?
The Mayo Clinic Diet program works by combining evidence-based nutrition guidance, personalized planning, and digital tools to support long-term, healthy weight loss. Here's how the program works:
- Mayo Clinic Diet Score: A unique 100-point scoring system that helps you make smarter food choices. The higher your Diet Score, the greater your potential for sustainable weight loss. Members with high scores often experience life-changing results.
- 8 delicious meal plans: Choose from 8 customizable, nutritionally balanced meal plans, including options like Healthy Keto, Mediterranean, Heart Smart Superfoods, and Protein Balance for those using GLP-1 medications. Each plan is designed using a proven food group system, and members can also follow our Freestyle Guide for flexibility.
- Personalized weight loss programs: The program can be tailored to support specific health needs such as diabetes or heart disease. There's also a dedicated support program for people taking weight-loss medications like GLP-1s, helping manage side effects and preserve muscle mass.
- Unlimited group coaching: Get expert support through unlimited live coaching sessions with registered dietitians and Mayo Clinic experts. Topics include nutrition, exercise, medication guidance, and using the program effectively. One-on-one coaching is also available for eligible members.
- Digital tools and community support: The program includes a food tracker, habit tracker, grocery lists, at-home exercise plans, integration with fitness devices, and access to a supportive member community. Additional resources like ebooks and Freestyle Guides help make the program easy to follow.
In short, the Mayo Clinic Diet is more than a diet—it’s a comprehensive, medically backed weight loss program that gives you the tools, flexibility, and expert support to build healthier habits for life.
What makes the Mayo Clinic Diet different from other online weight loss programs?
With many programs, losing weight is the only point. The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to inspire hope and promote lasting, life-long health. Built on the unparalleled expertise of the Mayo Clinic, the Mayo Clinic Diet only weight loss program that features a comprehensive, whole-health menu that is supported by the worldwide leader in healthcare.
Do I have to count calories?
No, the Mayo Clinic Diet is about making sure you’re getting enough of the foods that are right for you. We are not focused on calorie counting.
What if I’m vegan, vegetarian or keto?
The Mayo Clinic Diet has extensive menus for both vegetarian and healthy keto.