Lifestyle Program Options

Here is a list of resources available to you for weight management. Check with your employer or health insurance company for other options that may be available to you.

Resource	Description
Food as Medicine Jumpstart (ACLM)	Introduction to a whole-food, plant-based diet. Includes grocery lists and sample recipes
Eating on a Budget (ACLM)	Includes a weekly meal plan and grocery list to eat a diet that is based in plants and whole foods and costs between $30-50/week per person
How to Make a Nourish Bowl (ACLM)	How to make a nourish bowl using whole foods and plants
Whole Food, Plant-Based Plate (ACLM)	How to set up your plate using whole foods and mostly plants
Eating & Nutrition (American Diabetes Association)	Resources for people with diabetes on making healthy choices for nutrition and weight loss
Diabetes Diet, Eating, & Physical Activity (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)	Resources for healthy eating and activity for people with diabetes
Living with Diabetes: Eat Well (CDC)	Information about meal planning, grocery shopping, reading food labels, eating out, and counting carbs for people with diabetes
Sit Less, Move More (Exercise is Medicine)	Ideas for incorporating more movement into your daily life
Being Active for a Better Life (Exercise is Medicine)	Information on recommended types and frequency of different exercises

Resource	Description
WW (formerly Weight Watchers)	Digital (online/app) or Digital + in-person coaching/support.
Noom	Digital app that focuses on helping people choose foods that are less calorie-dense and incorporating behavioral strategies based on scientific principles to increase success.
Profile by Sanford	Coaching, customized meal plan, and meal replacement options
Omada	Digital health-behavior change program. Check to see if your insurance covers the cost of participation

Resource	Description
Intensive Obesity Counseling	If you are an adult (18+) with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater, you may be eligible to work with a health coach as part of your health plan coverage. Eligible: All plan members, 18+ with a BMI of 30 or greater
Healthwise	Education resources around weight management
Well-being Coaching	Did you know working with a professional health coach can be the missing link between setting goals and meeting them? Talk with a Certified Wellness and Health Coach about managing weight, dealing with stress, eating better, family health and more Email and group coaching may also be available. Eligible: Buy-up enhanced Living Well groups
Wellbeats	Access to virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes. 1,000+ virtual classes including yoga, strength training, running, and walking, mindfulness and meditation, nutrition and recipes, cycling, circuits, kickboxing, dance, work breaks, stretching, and more. New classes are added regularly! Eligible: All fully insured groups, buy-up Enhanced Living Well Groups, buy-up for Self-Insured Groups
Living Well Digital Activities	Choose to Lose: Forget calorie counting and focus on nutrition, moving more and sleep habits for better energy and a healthier lifestyle. You might even lose weight (healthy weight loss is 1-2 pounds a week, even stopping weight gain is helpful)! Sugar Smart: You may've heard too much sugar isn't so sweet for your health. It can feel confusing to figure out what types of sugars are OK, and which ones you might want to have less of. Knowing how to cut back can feel like a struggle. Sugar Smart helps break it down, one habit at a time. Go for Fruits & Veggies: We’ve all heard that eating fruits & veggies is important, but we know it can feel like a struggle. Go for Fruits & Veggies helps break it down, one habit at a time. Login to https://healthpartners.com/livingwell to learn more about available programs. Eligible: All health plan members
Healthy Discounts	Example: Active & Fit Direct Global Fit CSA Fruit Shares Meal Planning/prep Profile Frequent Fitness, fitness centers Go to: https://www.healthpartners.com/hp/healthy-living/healthy-discounts/ Eligible: All plan members, certain services above vary by employer