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- Learn how you can access the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet through your HBF health cover
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HBF Hospital Cover Option
This offer combines a scientific approach to weight loss, meal plans, online tracking tools, and a copy of the CSIRO Complete Recipe Book with 3 Health Coaching sessions to help you achieve your health goals.
This option may be fully covered* under your HBF Hospital Cover.
Included in the value packed option:
- A scientifically formulated weight loss plan from the CSIRO
- 3 x Health Coaching Sessions with an Accredited Practising Dietitian*
- A copy of the CSIRO Complete Recipe Collection cookbook*
- Delicious, simple meal plans suitable for singles and families
- At home exercise plans flexible to all fitness levels
- Mobile app and tracking tools to monitor your success
- Supportive community to keep you motivated
- Free Group Coaching sessions by our experts
Why it works
1. Created by research and past member success
Built on decades of research and shaped by what’s worked for over 1.2 million Australians. Every feature has been designed to support real people achieving real results.
2. Wholistic philosophy
We go beyond just weight loss. This program helps you learn what a healthy diet looks like for your life – flexible, balanced, and designed to fit your lifestyle, not fight it.
3. Helps create long term habits
With tools like My Journey, we help you stay on track by turning big goals into small, achievable habits – so healthy choices become second nature.
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That's why our members achieve ⓘ
in the first 12 weeks
within in 6 months
after a year and maintained
10 years of impacting 1.2M Aussies
Discover how our program delivers real weight loss results for our members.
*Important information about HBF Hospital Option
When you join the HBF Hospital Cover option, you will be provided access for up to 7 days of the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet HBF Hospital Cover option while HBF is assessing your product eligibility to access the program fully covered.
Once eligibility is confirmed a copy of the CSIRO Complete Recipe Collection cookbook will be added to your membership and you will get access to the Health Coaching Session booking feature to book your 3x health coaching sessions. This may take up to 14 working days.
The HBF Hospital Cover Option is only available for HBF members who hold an eligible product. The eligibility criteria for this program have been developed in collaboration with HBF. If you do not hold the appropriate level of cover and/or your BMI is within the healthy weight range, you will not be eligible for the program. Waiting periods and other eligibility criteria, may apply.
If it is determined that you are not eligible for the fully covered HBF Hospital Cover Option you will be notified via email and your access to the online program will be removed. You may be eligible for the 12 Week Program with eligible extras cover.
Special offer for HBF Members
Get up to 60% off on our 3, 6 and 12 month plans, and claim back with your HBF Extras cover**
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**Important information about HBF Special Offers.
These offers are only available to claim back with your HBF extra's if you are an eligible member who holds an eligible extras product. If you do not hold the appropriate level of cover and/or your BMI is within the healthy weight range, you will not be eligible for the program. Annual limits and waiting periods may apply. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.
Please note: The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet Refund Offer^ and Fast Start Shakes are not included in the HBF program options.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fast Start included?
The Fast Start program and Fast Start shakes are not included with any of the HBF options. The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet optional extras, such as the Fast Start Starter Pack or Resistance bands are not covered by your HBF extras or hospital cover. If you wish to purchase Optional Extras, you will be responsible for the full cost of the chosen Optional Extras.
What can my Health Coach help with?
All Total Wellbeing Health Coaches are university-trained Accredited Practising Dietitians and trusted members of Dietitians Australia (DA). They also know the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet inside out, and can answer all your program, nutrition and weight loss questions.
Total Wellbeing Health Coaches will help you identify your goals and ensure they’re aligned with your lifestyle, and they’ll help you stay motivated and on-track during your weight loss journey.
Is the CSIRO Complete Recipe Collection cookbook an ebook or a hard copy?
A hard copy. Once you've signed up to either the Premium Program or your eligibility is confirmed for the HBF Hospital Cover Option our team will send you a copy of the book to the address you listed during registration. You don't need this to start the program though! Once you've signed up you will have immediate access to the online program. If you don't want to start right away, you can choose a date up to 7 days in the future.