Using a GLP-1? Build habits that help the results last
Join a physician-led, evidence-based 15-day program designed to help you build healthier routines, and support long-term results, whether you are using a GLP-1 now or thinking about it.
Dr. Ted Barnett introduces the Jumpstart Program
Average participant looses 5.8 pounds, in just 2 weeks, and has less inflammation and pain!
Trusted by 2,800+ participants across the world
Guided by physicians board certified in lifestyle medicine
You’re taking or considering a GLP-1 — but you want more than a temporary fix
You’re hopeful this will help, and may already be seeing some changes. But still you are wondering…
What should I actually eat?
Can eating differently help with side effects?
How do I make the most of this window of change?
How do I support my health beyond the number on the scale?
What happens if I want or need to come off medication later?
Better health takes more than appetite suppression.
Medication can help. But it does not teach you how to eat for long-term health.
When appetite is reduced, it becomes even more important to make your meals count.
How Jumpstart complements GLP-1 treatment:
Jumpstart helps you focus on what matters most: whole, fiber-rich plant foods, simple meal structure, and daily habits that support weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and overall metabolic health.
This is not about perfection. It is about learning a clear, practical approach that can actually improve your chances of reducing or eliminating medication use.
Instead of chasing symptoms, we help you address the root cause using a proven, whole-food, plant-based lifestyle.
And when you do that…
Your body can begin to heal, often faster than you expect.
How does the Jumpstart Program work?
Eat a very low-fat whole-food plant-based diet (VLF-WFPBD) for just 15 days!
Get your blood work done before and after, and witness the changes in just 15 days!
Learn from licensed medical professionals.
Access our exclusive community platform and Jumpstart materials online, including shopping lists, recipes, cooking demos and more.
Lose weight, gain energy, and feel better eating as much as you want WITHOUT counting calories or measuring portions!
We believe in making this life-changing program accessible to everyone, so we offer a Pay It Forward pricing model to help others benefit from Jumpstart.
Get Results Like These!
These published results from RLMI’s Jumpstart Program show average weight loss over 15 days of 5.8 pounds, and 7.3 pounds for those with BMI great than 30.
Why this works:
Recent research shows that a completely whole-food plant-based diet unleashes your body’s natural GLP-1*
GLP-1 Drugs are typically used for the treatment of type-2 diabetes and obesity. They work by imitating a naturally occurring hormone in the body. They are not exactly the same as the naturally occurring hormone and are sometimes referred to as GLP-1 agonists or GLP-1 functional analogs. GLP-1 consists of a chain of 30 amino acids which makes it a “peptide” (or short protein). GLP-1 is secreted by cells in the small intestine in response to a meal, with blood levels rising and falling during the day.
GLP-1 agonists are not exact copies of the naturally occurring hormone and they can have negative side effects, including constipation, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain, fatigue, hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, muscle wasting, gallstones, and increased risk of inflamed pancreas and thyroid cancer.
Obesity and GLP-1:
Make the most of your treatment with education and community
Combining your GLP-1 drug with RLMI’s Jumpstart builds on solid scientific evidence to prevent and reverse chronic disease and reduce healthcare costs. Through medically-facilitated education and support and optional 1:1 coaching, Jumpstart empowers GLP-1 patients and guides them away from chronic disease towards better health.
In cooperation with your healthcare provider, you may be able to taper or eliminate GLP-1 drug use altogether.
*Neal Barnard, MD, The Power Foods Diet (2024), pp 97-101
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nothing in Jumpstart will go against doctor’s orders, so you should continue taking your medications. We recommend that you tell your physician or PCP that you are taking Jumpstart, so he or she can monitor any changes you may experience, and can taper dosages of your medications if necessary. For example, medication for high blood pressure and diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as blood thinners, may need to be adjusted during Jumpstart.
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Jumpstart can absolutely complement GLP-1 drugs. If you're already taking one of these drugs, Jumpstart will support your progress with a sustainable eating pattern that promotes satiety and weight loss—without the side effects or long-term costs of medication. If you're considering one of these drugs, know that a WFPB diet can produce many of the same benefits naturally by helping your body find a healthy weight set point and keeping you feeling satiated.
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Some people join Jumpstart because they want to build habits that may support less reliance on medication over time. That may be possible for some individuals, but any decision to reduce or stop medication should be made with your own healthcare provider.
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Jumpstart is designed for real life, not isolation. You’ll learn simple strategies for handling family meals, dining out, and conversations with others who may not understand what you’re doing.
You don’t have to be perfect or change everyone around you. Most people start with their own choices and lead by example, often gaining support along the way.
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This program is designed to make healthy living easy.
Meals are simple, with no calorie counting or complicated prep, and the education is structured to be practical and efficient.
Most participants find that once they get started, it actually simplifies their routine rather than adding to it.
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We’ve got you covered! Jumpstart participants get extensive support during Jumpstart and beyond.
You’ll receive:A detailed and comprehensive Jumpstart Guide to help you succeed
Daily emails with tips, resources, and encouragement
Access to our secure online platform: the RLMI Community
A trove of recipes, and shopping, cooking, and meal prepping tips
A vibrant support forum where you can ask questions and share your wins
PLUS: After Jumpstart the journey continues! Jumpstart alumni get extensive, ongoing support, including access to our monthly whole-food plant-based support group meetings in our membership community
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Jumpstart is designed to give you results quickly but also set you up for what comes next.
By the end of the 15 days, you’ll have a clear understanding of what works for your body and how to continue on your own.
Many participants feel confident continuing independently, using what they’ve learned as well as thoughtfully adding back in some favorite plant foods while maintaining their results.
RLMI offers ongoing support through additional programs, coaching, and community options to help you stay consistent and keep improving over time.
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We’ve instituted a Pay It Forward model to make Jumpstart as accessible as possible to those who need it, while still trying to cover our program costs.
This means you can choose the price that works for your financial situation.
As a nonprofit, RLMI relies on the generosity of donors and participants to help cover costs and expenses, as program fees alone do not. So if you’re in a position to pay more, we invite you to do so. Your contribution directly supports others in accessing the care and knowledge they need to transform their health. -
If you’re willing to meet the participation criteria below, you’ll qualify to repeat Jumpstart Live for free!
To qualify, you’ll need to:
Attend at least 5 out of the 6 live sessions
Complete the brief before-and-after health assessments
Submit results from your blood work immediately before and after the program
Schedule your repeated Jumpstart within 12 months of program completion
Your participation means that your anonymized data will be added to our data pool. It helps us to not only improve the program, but adds to the overwhelming evidence regarding the power of eating real food. -
Jumpstart Live:
If you have a scheduling conflict, we are happy to move you into a different cohort one time, at no cost.
You may cancel before Day 1 of the program for a refund, minus a $50 administrative fee.
Jumpstart On Demand:
You may cancel within 60 days of purchase for a refund, minus a $50 administrative fee, as long as you haven’t started the program.
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We stand behind this program because we’ve seen what it can do.
If you fully participate in the Jumpstart Program, completing the core components (including blood work and surveys before and after) and engaging with the material, and you’re still not satisfied with your experience, you can contact us for a full refund.
We simply ask that you give the program a genuine, full effort.