The 12-Day McDougall Program is a life-saving online medical program that has been reversing and healing chronic illness for over 35 years through expert medical care, world-class education and whole food, starch-based nutrition.
Our program is 100% online and includes all education and care during the 12 days together, as well as a full year of support from your dedicated Support Specialist. Once enrolled, you’ll schedule your first appointment with our Medical Director, Anthony Lim, MD, JD, to kickstart your health journey.
In just 12 days, participants experienced amazing changes in their lives:
You should expect the same transformational results. These benefits only continue over the weeks, months and years that follow your time with us.
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The 12-Day McDougall Program brings professional care right into your home. Our board-certified physicians, alongside the entire McDougall team, will empower you with real-world nutritional guidance, easy cooking demonstrations, practical exercise routines, psychological support and compassionate support to begin to heal chronic diseases such as:
Learning from home will allow you to immediately apply what you’ve learned, practice in your own kitchen and get direct guidance from the McDougall team as questions come up. This is the exact environment where you’ll be challenged in your everyday life, and we’ll be there with you every step of the way. We’re here to set you up for lasting success.
We limit attendance to 50 participants per program to provide you with the attention and support you need for these powerful changes to your lifestyle.
Here is what’s possible for you with the 12-Day McDougall Program:
We’ve worked with thousands of patients over the last 50 years to develop and refine the most effective life-changing tools that successfully reverse and heal chronic diseases. As a member of the 12-Day McDougall Program, you’ll have access to:
Personal Medical Care: Our medical director Anthony Lim, MD, JD will meet with you in a private one-on-one medical appointment to review your bloodwork, discuss your health goals and identify the steps you can take to reach them. Additional time can be scheduled at your request for an additional fee.
Live Interactive Lectures: Anthony Lim, MD, JD; Jeff Novick, MS, RDN; Doug Lisle, PhD; Jack Dixon, NSCA, CPT; Chef AJ; Cathy Fisher; Heather McDougall and other McDougall-certified experts will present live lectures on topics essential for your understanding of the McDougall Program. These lectures will cover chronic illnesses and diseases, nutrition, exercise, meal planning, overcoming emotional eating, behavioral change and much more—you’ll learn everything you need to achieve optimal health and nutrition.
1-on-1 Meetings with a Dedicated Support Specialist: You’ll be assigned a dedicated Support Specialist who will meet with you each day of the program to answer any questions you have, challenges you’re facing and more. This is your time to discuss your progress and problems.
Ongoing Support: The McDougall Program is designed for lifelong changes. To ensure you meet your health goals, your dedicated Support Specialist will offer ongoing support with weekly, then monthly check-ins. Ongoing support is for one full year following the program.
You’ll also receive:
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM: CHECK IN with your dedicated Support Specialist to discuss general wellness and any questions you have. This just takes a few minutes and will be scheduled at a time that works for you.
7:00 AM: MEET UP with fellow participants over breakfast and get to know each other.
9-9:45 AM: Q&A with the McDougall Team. Get exclusive access to ask all of your questions about healing and reversing chronic illness and disease, whole food, starch-based nutrition, how to make permanent changes to your lifestyle and more.
10-11:30 AM: LECTURE | NUTRITION with Jeff Novick, MS, RDN, LDN. Learn how to read food labels, what to eat and what not to eat to lose weight, and product recommendations to successfully transition to a whole food, starch-based lifestyle.
3-3:45 PM: CHAT | CONNECT with guest chefs as well as seasoned McDougallers who share their tips and best practices for ongoing success.
4-5:30 PM: LECTURE | BEHAVIORAL CHANGE with Anthony Lim, MD, JD. Learn about the behavioral changes that lead to finally changing the way you eat. For good this time.
Janet feels more in control of herself and her choices and has more self-awareness.
Kathryn has more energy and stamina for doing things she loves to do.
Peggy said it’s never too late!
We will teach and guide you through everything we have come to know and understand about the underlying cause of chronic illness and disease, and how to reverse them. Through education and compassionate care, we’ll provide you with the tools you need to make permanent positive changes to your health.
Now, more than ever, the McDougall Program can help you stay safe and healthy. Are you ready?
If you would like someone to join you, please email us at office@drmcdougall.com for information about our Friends & Family Offer. Please note this is only available to those who have already booked the 12-Day McDougall Program.
Questions? Click here for the FAQs.
Do you have questions about whether your ailment can be reversed by a change in diet?
Book a 25-minute consultation with our Medical Director, Dr. Anthony Lim to have your general questions answered and find out if our program is right for you. If you decide to join the program, 100% of the consult fee will go towards the program enrollment. After the completion of the program, you will become a patient for life and we’ll be there for you to address any personal medical concerns when you need us.
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Please provide 24-hours notice for changes or cancellations. No-shows or changes made within 24-hours of appointments are subject to a US$125 charge.
Note: We cannot offer personalized medical advice during your initial consultation, as legally we can only provide medical advice to our patients (people who have registered for the 12-Day Program).