Peoplecare Health Insurance & The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet
The natural way to sustainable habits, grounded in science
Created by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, the Total Wellbeing Diet combines clinical expertise, community support, personalised nutrition, digital tools and real results — helping you build healthy habits that last.
- If you have eligible Hospital Cover: Access the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan or Core Care Program at no additional cost^ (eligibility criteria apply)
- If you don't have Hospital Cover, or aren't eligible for the funded program: Join the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet and save up to 75% on membership - with the option to claim back through your Extras, depending on your fund's cover*
Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan
The Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan is brought to you by Peoplecare Health Insurance in partnership with healthcare professionals at Digital Wellness.
Depending on your current health status, you’ll be matched to one of two programs — both designed improve your health and build lasting habits.
You may be eligible for either:
- The Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan – a 24-week program with up to 9 personalised Health Coaching sessions
- The Total Wellbeing Core Care Program – a 16-week program with up to 7 personalised Health Coaching sessions
Both programs include access to the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet and the support of Accredited Practising Dietitians who’ll guide you every step of the way.
And the best part? It’s available to eligible Peoplecare Health Insurance members at no additional cost^.
What's included
- Up to 24 weeks of the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet
- Health Care Assessment with one of our Registered Nurses
- Up to 9 one-on-one online Health Coaching sessions
- Positive psychology tools to boost your mood
- Group Coaching Webinars
- Delicious and family-friendly recipes with weekly menu plans
How it works
A program built on behaviour research
Built on decades of CSIRO research and shaped by what’s worked for over 1.2 million Australians. Every feature is designed to support real people achieving real results.
CSIRO developed holistic apporach
Beyond just weight loss, helping you understand what a healthy plate looks like. Flexible, balanced & built around food units, not calories or points – supporting your health.
Designed to create long term habits
Grounded in behaviour science, helping you form simple, lasting routines that actually stick. You’ll build real lifestyle change to keep the weight off long after the program ends.
More than a program — a community & team that cares.
Lead by our Australian Clinical team, the program is made up of sessions with Accredited Practising Dietitians, and Registered Nurses who are here to guide you every step of the way. They’ll help you build healthier habits, stay motivated and feel confident in your journey — with support that’s personal, practical and grounded in science.
Whether it’s nutrition, lifestyle, or ongoing accountability, your care team will work with you to create lasting change that fits your life.
Natural weight loss
When you eat protein-rich foods like meat, eggs, dairy, or legumes, your body breaks them down in the stomach and small intestine into amino acids — the building blocks of life.
These amino acids are absorbed into the bloodstream, where they travel throughout the body to do essential work — from repairing and building muscle to supporting hormone and enzyme production.
As amino acids are detected in your gut, your body naturally releases fullness hormones such as GLP-1 and PYY. These hormones travel through your bloodstream to your brain’s appetite centre, helping to:
- Quiet the food noise
- Reduce cravings
- Curb appetite naturally
This natural hormonal response helps you stay fuller for longer, reduce snacking, and lose weight sustainably.
All while supporting muscle repair, hormone balance, and long-term energy — helping you lose weight in the healthiest way.
Check your eligibility today
But don't just take our word for it.
Built on decades of research and shaped by what’s worked for our members. Impacting over 1.2 million Australians, every feature has been designed to support real people achieving real results.
Fill out this quick form and we'll match you with the best CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet Peoplecare offer suited to your cover, and health status*.
*Important information about the Peoplecare Health Insurance CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet Offers
*Funded Hospital Cover Offers:
If you are:
- 18+ years old and;
- your BMI is above 28kg/m² and;
- you hold Hospital Cover with all waiting periods served,
you may be eligible for one of two programs offered through Peoplecare Health Insurance, depending on your current health status:
- Members must hold an eligible Peoplecare Combined Policy (Hospital & Extras) to access the services as per CDMP eligibility policy with the minimum 2 month waiting periods served.
- Member has not previously been enrolled onto the Program within the current financial year.
- Members must have a weight status [BMI ≥ 28 kg/m2] plus a Chronic Disease diagnosis of either: Cardiovascular disease, Osteoarthritis, Type 2 Diabetes, or Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, Respiratory Conditions (COPD/Asthma).
- Members must attend an appointment with their GP and complete the Program GP Referral Form sent to them from Digital Wellness.
- Members must hold an eligible Peoplecare Combined Policy (Hospital & Extras) to access the services as per CDMP eligibility policy with the minimum 2 month waiting periods served.
- Member has not previously been enrolled onto the Program within the current financial year.
- Members must have a weight status [BMI ≥ 28 kg/m2.
- Is at high risk with all the following risk factors:
- Lifestyle risk factors (including, but not limited to, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, smoking or alcohol misuse); and
- Biomedical risk factors (at least one of: high cholesterol, high blood pressure, impaired glucose metabolism, chronic pain or excess weight); and/or
- Family history of chronic disease.
Funded Hospital Cover Exclusion Criteria
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- Member is less than 18 years old
- Member is pregnant or breastfeeding
- Member has end stage renal failure or congestive heart failure
- Current or recent systemic infection
- Member has Type 1 Diabetes.
- Recent or scheduled surgery that will impact on their ability to complete the program or related to which weight loss is not recommended.
- Major psychiatric disease – schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder, suicidal thought or attempted suicide. Includes untreated eating disorder within the past 2 years.
- Recent unexplained appetite changes or unexplained weight loss.
- Member is not available to commit to scheduling telephonic coaching sessions over the program period [subsequent 24 weeks].
- Member has an existing health condition that is contrary to a high protein diet.
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Member Discount Offer:
Savings are calculated on the Standard $79/ Month Plan.
This offer is not for the program refund offer which refunds membership fees at the end of the 3 month plan.
Plans automatically renew every at original contract terms unless you advise us you want to cancel your membership – see our Terms of Use and Service for more detail.