Juniper

Juniper, a digital weight loss clinic for women

Juniper presents itself as an Australia-based digital weight loss clinic specifically designed for women. Its approach combines medical treatment, virtual clinical care, and ongoing support through its own app. The company states it has more than 300,000 members worldwide and describes itself as Australia's most trusted digital weight clinic.

The program is built around a medical approach to obesity, which the company describes as a disease rather than an aesthetic issue. Juniper maintains that up to 80% of weight is determined by genetics, so approaches based solely on diet and exercise may be insufficient for lasting results.

Medical treatment and virtual clinical care

The core of the program is medical weight management treatments, which the company says are approved for use in Australia and are commonly recommended by general practitioners and local pharmacies. Juniper notes that Australian regulations prevent it from detailing treatments outside a consultation with a registered professional, so options are discussed during the medical appointment.

Care is provided virtually: the patient completes an online questionnaire about their health, lifestyle, and goals, and then an accredited Australian practitioner reviews the responses confidentially. If the program is suitable, a secure phone consultation is scheduled at a time chosen by the patient. Treatment is shipped to the patient's home with express delivery Australia-wide.

The program includes unlimited follow-up with the practitioner, as well as access to nurses, pharmacists, and clinicians whenever the patient needs them. It also includes the option to add one-on-one health coaching with dietitians and nutritionists through the app.

Program components

In addition to medical treatment, Juniper integrates a range of support tools and services:

• Discreet express shipping Australia-wide.
• Bluetooth scales with auto-track technology.
• Meal plans and recipes personalised to preferences and goals.
• Movement guides for all abilities, designed by physiotherapists.
• Chat with health coaches, dietitians, and nutritionists in the app.
• Private member community.
• More than 100 content guides.
• Free tracking tools: protein calculator, calorie calculator, and body fat calculator.

Results and cited evidence

Juniper states that its patients lose an average of 14% of their body weight in four months, based on a peer-reviewed study of patients in the program (DOI: 10.1089/tmr.2024.0058). According to the company, 97% of a studied patient group lost weight significantly.

The company maintains that its program outperforms clinical trials of the same treatments, attributing this to the support members receive at every stage. It notes that Juniper members are 4.5 times more likely to lose weight significantly than with treatment alone, and that they reach their goals sooner.

The site features testimonials from members who maintained their weight loss after leaving the program, such as Leah (30 kg, maintained for 18 months), Jewel (43 kg), Elyse (29 kg, maintained for 12 months), and Joelle (29 kg, maintained for 13 months).

Getting started

Access to the program begins with an online questionnaire. A practitioner reviews the responses confidentially to determine whether the program is suitable. A secure phone consultation is then arranged with an accredited Australian practitioner. The treatment plan is shipped to the patient's home with express delivery. Once started, the patient gains access to tracking tools, support, and educational content in the Juniper app, and can consult with their practitioner, the medical support team, or the health coaching team whenever they wish.

Pricing and guarantee

The program starts from AUD 349, with pricing varying depending on the treatment plan and level of support chosen. All programs include clinically proven medical treatment, unlimited follow-up consultations with an Australian practitioner, health tracking through the app, and access to the Juniper community. One-on-one health coaching can be added at any time.

Juniper offers a 30-day money-back guarantee: if the program does not meet expectations, the patient can cancel their plan within the first 30 days of receiving the first order and request a refund for that order, in accordance with the terms and conditions. The company also notes that some components of the plan may be claimable through certain private health insurers, and that it can provide a pharmacy invoice for this purpose.

Clinical advisor and focus on women's health

Dr Jana Pittman serves as Juniper's clinical advisor. She is a doctor, dual Olympian, and women's health advocate. After an international sporting career, she trained in medicine and is an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar, with a Master's in Reproductive Medicine. Her work at Juniper focuses on making medical care more accessible, compassionate, and trust-building for women, covering metabolic and hormonal health, reproductive care, and pregnancy.

Resources and educational content

Juniper maintains a resources section with research, FAQs, and its own reports, including titles such as "Reclaiming the Narrative," "The Cost of Diet Culture," and "The Hidden Stigma of Medical Weightloss." It also publishes a blog and offers free tools such as protein, calorie, and body fat calculators, as well as recipes.