Millions of people have changed their lives with the Whole30

You don’t want to diet—you want a lifetime of freedom

Millions of people have changed their lives with the Whole30. You can, too.

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A week to feel it, a month to see it, a lifetime to live it

You can change your life in 30 days. We know because millions of people just like you have done the Whole30 and radically transformed their energy, sleep, metabolism, digestion, and self-confidence. Read Whole30 testimonials and imagine the victories you will celebrate on the program. Start writing your success story today.

Identify the foods holding you back

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to diet—but how do you figure out the foods that work best for you? Whole30 gives you the answers in just 30 days.

Reconnect with food and your body

Whole30 cuts through the food-noise so you can learn to listen to your body, trust its signals, and restore a healthy relationship with food.

Create new habits—and make them stick

The Whole30 is built on a healthy dose of habit research, which means the new behaviors you’ll cultivate will carry over into every area of your life.

Embrace non-scale victories (NSVs)

Take a well-deserved break from the scale and discover the power of the Whole30’s countless NSVs.

Whole30 was about finding a new and improved relationship with food: Angie’s Story

My first check-up since completing Whole30 showed that my immune system, having been suppressed from cancer treatments, was back to normal: Rick’s Story

I dropped my cholesterol from 201 to 164: Lauren’s Story

The freedom that the Whole30 gives a person access to is so transformational: Susie’s Story

My rheumatoid arthritis markers are down and my joints feel so much better: April’s Story

Can an old horse learn new tricks? Absolutely! In 2021, at age 60, I completed a 16-hour, 50-mile endurance hike through the Shawangunk Mountains of New York State. Training for that endurance race left me in what I considered, at the time, to be in the best physical shape of my life and I had plenty […]

I cannot put into words how Whole30 has impacted my life: Maria’s Story

Suddenly the impossible feels achievable: Melissa’s Story

My family needs me and I choose to be healthy: Jakelia’s Story

The relief I have experienced from eczema in the past month is unprecedented: Aaron’s Story

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5 Ingredient Meals
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Salads

5 Ingredient Chicken Salad

This 5 Ingredient Chicken Salad is perfect for work from home days when you want to make your lunch hour as seamless as possible.

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Featured Recipes

Orange and Cumin Pork Carnitas from The Whole30 Friends & Family

These Orange and Cumin Pork Carnitas are served on Celery Root “Tortillas” … if you’ve never tried celery root slices this way, you must.

Drinks and Mocktails

Whole30 Pina Colada Mocktail

This Whole30 Pina Colada Mocktail is a deliciously creamy drink full of flavor, sans the alcohol.

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Egg Roll Meatballs

Meet your new favorite 30-minute meal: Whole30 Egg Roll Meatballs.

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Salads

Creamy Lemon Dill Shrimp Salad

This creamy lemon dill shrimp salad is a light, flavorful Whole30 lunch recipe, the perfect dish to add to your meal prep routine.

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Events and Holidays
Salads

Cilantro Salsa Slaw from Whole Food for Your Family

Whether we’re enjoying it solo, using it as a base for Whole30 burrito bowls, or adding some crunch to lettuce-wrapped tacos, this Cilantro Salsa Slaw has become one of our favorite ways to pack more veggies into meals.

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Salads

Grilled Drumsticks with Zucchini, Green Olive and Avocado Salad

This recipe gives chicken drumsticks a flavorful makeover and serves them with and elegant salad for a quick, elevated meal.

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Salads

Grab-and-go Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Salad from Maria Makes

Our friend Maria Barton of Maria Makes is a meal-prep wizard, and from time to time she shares her meal planning and prepping tips with us.

Drinks and Mocktails
Whole30 Approved

Whole30 Berries and Mint Refresher

Try this hydrating Whole30 Berries and Mint Refresher for the perfect summer mocktail that will leave you feeling nothing but awesome.

Whole30 Approved Products

Our Whole30 Approved logo means it’s guaranteed compatible

Whole30 Approved Meals

Skip the meal prep with Made By Whole30 meals, Whole30 Approved restaurants, and meal delivery

Abigail Dionne, MS, PA-C

Primary care Physician Associate

As a primary care PA, I rely on Whole30’s holistic approach to address various conditions, empowering patients with insights and confidence.

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Keen, MS, RD, LD, CNSC

Registered Dietitian Outpatient Oncology

As a Registered Dietitian, I frequently use Whole30 to help patients identify trigger foods, manage cravings, and improve various health issues.

Stephanie Greunke, RD

Founder and CEO, Postpartum Reset & Co-host, “Doctor Mom” Podcast

For over a decade, I’ve used Whole30 to address various health concerns effectively, linking symptoms to diet and promoting positive outcomes.

Catherine Moring, PhD, RDN

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

As a medical professional, I’ve observed significant health improvements with Whole30, supported by preliminary data showing decreased cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar.

Diana Rodgers, RD

Executive Director, Global Food Justice Alliance

Whole30 offers an intuitive, non-calorie-counting approach, promoting whole foods and non-scale victories, aiding in weight loss and health improvements.

Brittany Mellen, MPH, RD

Functional Nutrition Clinical Registered Dietitian

For ten years, I’ve used Whole30 in my practice, appreciating its free tools, supportive community, and effectiveness in healing gut issues.

Ellen Vora, MD

Holistic Psychiatrist and author of The Anatomy of Anxiety

As a psychiatrist, I wholeheartedly endorse Whole30 for its therapeutic and diagnostic benefits, aiding in mental health and dietary sensitivities.

Melissa Urban

About the Co-Founder

Hi, I’m Melissa, and I’m a recovered addict. I know what it’s like to struggle with cravings, self-confidence, and health issues. In 2009, I began a self-created dietary experiment that permanently and profoundly changed my health, habits and my emotional relationship with food. That protocol, now known as the Whole30, has gone on to change the lives of millions of people just like you who struggle with cravings, emotional eating, fatigue, digestive issues, and chronic health conditions. Why shouldn’t you be our next Whole30 success story?

What is the Whole30?

You don’t want to diet—you want a lifetime of freedom