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At Miyagi, we are dedicated to transforming the way Australia and the world eat, live, and move for better health and wellness. We offer revolutionary 26-week health and wellness programs, including our flagship programs Heart Smart, Diabetes Wellness, Healthy Gut, Master Menopause, Obesity Stop and Defeat Sleep Apnea designed to help you achieve lasting health improvements. Led by Australia’s foremost preventative health expert and Cardiologist, Dr. Ross Walker, our programs are grounded in science and tailored to address various health concerns, including: Type 2 diabetes management and prevention Heart disease prevention and reversal Natural ways to lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure Insulin resistance treatment and reversal Our clients receive individualised, online support through 1 on 1 consultations from an Accredited Practising Dietitian and have access to exercise programs via our app created by our Exercise physiologist. Blood tests are completed at the beginning and end of the program to ensure advice is customised to your unique needs. Our programs also include: Weight loss coaching with proven strategies for sustainable results A customised weight loss meal plan and practical tips for a type 2 diabetes diet Comprehensive educational resources, including recipe guides and community support Evidence-based solutions to reduce high blood pressure, improve metabolic health, and support overall wellbeing Whether you’re seeking natural ways to lower cholesterol, strategies to reverse heart disease, or expert support on type 2 diabetes prevention, Miyagi’s online health coaching services are here to guide you every step of the way. Let us help you build the habits for a healthier, happier life.
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Lynnette S
Apr 03,2023I joined Miyagi after years of failed diet attempts and just craving and hoping for something better. I was gifted Clare as my dietitian and across each session we slowly changed and/or improved on different areas of my diet and life in general. I learned so much from my time, with little courses and extra bits of information added to the app, and took on the advice from Clare for extra reading and websites I could search through. Things I didn’t expect to gain from my time here, was a much more positive view of myself and my life, more confidence and just changed my ideas about weights and the numbers on the scale in general. If you need a life shake-up I highly recommend giving Miyagi a go and be sure to really make use of your time and sessions with them. It’s well worth it! *I feel like as a side note I should add, my bloods at the end were near perfect and it’s even given me the tools to help bring down my husband’s cholesterol levels too.
Girlibear
Mar 31,2023I was desperate to take control of my failing health and had struggled for some time to make the necessary changes. I would do the usual 'watching what I eat', but soon fell back into old habits at the 'drop of a hat'. Exercise had long become non-existent and even walking was just too hard. I was in a slow spiral towards serious illness. I was dangerously overweight, my cholesterol was too high, my liver function wasn't perfect and my insulin was way outside the healthy range. I was desperate! When I heard about Miyagi I was curious to understand how the program could help me. After my initial chat with Miyagi I decided to join. Initially, I experienced the typical mental struggles that arise when faced with uncomfortable change. However, this time I was determined and commited to making the necessary changes. I allowed myself to be guided by my dietitian and I watched and read all the material offered. I made a concerted effort to implement change. My weekly chats with my dietitian have been critical to my success. The support and encouragement when chatting about my goals and my successes and challenges makes me feel like someone has my back. I enjoy the personal accountability these calls give me. After approximately four months on the program I am feeling amazing. People are commenting on how great I'm looking. I can see obvious signs of weight loss (I choose not to weigh myself), I have increased energy, I exercise most days doing pilates, walking and deep water walking, my skin looks fabulous and recently I had a blood pressure reading of 125/77 - the best it has been in years. The changes Miyagi has supported me through are life changing. Getting moving, food portion control, mindful eating and making healthier food choices are now a way of life for me. I'm excited to learn more about plant based eating - something I never expected to happen. If you're ready for change and want to be committed to improving your health, then Miyagi is for you. I know that it has turned my life around.
Gillian Williams
Mar 30,2023I think the best things about the Miyagi program are the weekly sessions with the dietician, the meal planning resources, the Facebook support group and Dr Walker's sessions. By far the best thing is the time with Shanae each week. She has been kind, supportive, well informed and gently directional. I feel so much happier about my health and food choices. I am exercising more and am able to enjoy eating good food. Although the website is a bit clunky, once you learn how it works, it is very helpful.
Helen Evans-Turner
Mar 27,2023I have tried soo many programs over the last 40 years to lose weight and stay healthy. The difference with this one that makes it successful is it joins the physical, emotional and psychological issues together which all play a part in determining why I failed in the past.
Jo
Mar 26,2023My dietitian Megan was fantastic, she provided all the information and guidance I needed for healthy lifestyle and sporting events/trainings. It was a worth 26 weeks to learn everything on Healthie app.
Helen Cutcliffe
Mar 22,2023After years of trying numerous diet plans, I too was skeptical. Even the onboarding process didn’t fill me with confidence. Since actually starting however, my dietician Gabby and I have worked hard to succeed. Goal setting for accountability; weekly videos or information sheets explaining the hows and whys. To date, many kilos lost and confidence that I will continue this plan for the remainder of my life. It works! It’s easy to follow. I am feeling the health benefits, friends tell me I look great. Highly recommend Heart Smart programme and especially Gabby!
Lily TING
Mar 17,2023I'm into 16th weeks of the program. I was skeptical to start with because of the cost. I'm glad I stayed on it. I have a good dietitian/coach in LUCY. She's been with me all along and we have fortnightly catch up. She has been very encouraging, helpful and open to discussions. I'm T2D and have trouble maintaining good blood sugar levels. Under her guidance and suggestions, my blood results taken recently are all wonderful. My GP is happy with it. I have become more mindful of my diet and meal portions. I am now more aware of what food would spike my sugar level. Since diarising my meals as sugested by Lucy has been a great help. Whatever and whenever I need further information on, Lucy will find them and for a and to me. (Thanks Lucy). I have lost half of my intended weight. But am not fixated on the scale! My clothes are loose on me and my family members have commented on my weight loss. So on this note, thank you to all Miyagi staff providing the videos on meal preps, exercises and updates. Especially to Dr Ross, his presentation is always very informative. I have to watch the replay as I helped with Food Bank on Thursdays. At the end of the program, am wondering if I can have a monthly follow up for a couple of months to ensure I haven't fallen off the wagon. It would be good for personal morale. Thank you.
Jennette
Mar 17,2023My Dietician Penny was fantastic! ... very helpful and encouraging. After 14 wks on the program I developed some health issues and felt I couldn't continue ... both mentally & physically. Was told by Miyagi that cancellations weren't permitted and to call Openpay. Upon calling them, they said that all I needed was to cancel the program through Miyagi then Miyagi would notify them and payments would cease. Rang Miyagi AGAIN, was told that I could have a few months reprieve, then continue program ... but no cancellation of payments. Was not told that there was any conditions under which I could cancel. If after the 2 months reprieve from consultations I was still unable to participate, then they would give me another month reprieve .... and so it would continue. I simply wish to cancel, then continue at a later date when I feel that my health conditions would enable me to. I am now going to seek letter from GP and TRY to cancel under section 8 of the contract ... as I've read on other reviews, but were not successful in their attempt.
Heather
Mar 16,2023After dealing with an online sales person, I was encourage to sign up for the program which I did on 16/01/23. After making an appointment with my Doctor to arrange for the blood tests, it was found that I had a health condition that needed attending to. My doctor wrote a letter to confirm this and I applied under Section 8 of the Terms and conditions to cancel the program. This was on 27/1/23, so two weeks in. There was a $616 cancellation fee and $308 for two dietician consults. After talking with a "Miyagi Coach" and disputing the charges I agreed as I was just too ill to continue arguing. This was 02/02/23. My afterpay account has not been cancelled as they require another $180 to finalise the plan and until I pay they wont send through the paperwork I am led to believe. So for two weeks on the program it has cost me $924.00. Plenty of phone calls and emails when you are a "live" member but that all goes out the window when you cancel. It was only by contacting my dietician that she arranged for me to get a call back today from my Miyagi Coach. Here is what section 8 says. 8. If, as a result of medical advice (which is confirmed in writing), it is no longer advisable for you to continue receiving our services (ie “exceptional circumstances” occur), then you should discuss with us terminating these arrangements. In such exceptional circumstances, but not otherwise, we will normally refund the upfront fee, less reasonable reimbursement to us for the services already provided to you (if any).
Sue
Mar 04,2023My experience with the program has been good. The weekly sessions act as a reminder and keep me focused on small steps. Most of it seems to come from me - the goals, which I suppose is a good thing, but I find it hard to come up with new goals each week. I am definitely healthier, with a more balanced diet. In many ways we all know what we should be doing diet wise, but the weekly sessions are a terrific way to stay on track. I have not lost weight, but that was not my goal. I certainly do not crave chocolate and icecream any more, and have alternatives when necessary.
Patricia Abbott
Mar 04,2023Miyagi has helped me change my behaviours and perspectives to enable me to stick with losing weight in the long term. I'm understanding how I've undermined myself and stayed overweight. Miyagi gives real guidance and support to keep me on track and continuing my weight loss journey.
Yvie
Mar 01,2023My fantastic dietitian Zeenia has assisted me in getting myself back into a healthier state after years of illness. My overall aim wasn't just weight loss, just building good habits and getting into a routine again. My eyes, nails, and skin all glow; I have more energy; I'm mindful of the nutrients I'm consuming and making better choices and importantly not skipping meals. The building blocks to a rebuild has begun.
Lisa Sheldrake
Feb 28,2023I also was scammed. Quick talking clever sales pitch. I was diagnosed pre-diabetic and high cholesterol. I really couldn't afford this programme but I was made to feel miyagi was going to help me with my medical conditions. My health was going down the wrong track quickly. My coach couldn't really help me with my worsening condition. I spent 3 weeks in hospital as I nearly died from sleep aponea I didn't know I had. I told miyagi they couldn't help as I have severe kind of sleep apnoea. I now visit specialists and have regular check ups with my conditions. Miyagi dietician stopped calling me over 6 months ago now. I'm paying for nothing, none of the apps, Facebook pages can help me. I'm considering going to acurrent affair, consumer affairs because my case is completely out of there hands. Only medical practitioners, specialists can help me. Beware
Bronwyn
Feb 25,2023Absolutely biggest waste of money Disappointed that what I originally thought looked to be a reputable organisation, turned out to be nothing more than a scam ("Heart Smart Australia" IS NOT associated with the real Heart Foundation and "Diabetes Wellness Australia" IS NOT associated with the real Diabetes Australia - BOTH real organisations offer FREE access to healthy lifestyle information and options) My initial contact with the cleverly named companies, was to first find out more information about the program, and was contacted with an 'invitation only' for a follow up phone call, turned out to be from parent company "Miyagi" with clever sales pitch, followed by a 'sign-up now and pay a "discounted" amount $$$$ (paid in full via signing up to a credit provider...) on what turned out to be 1 x 15min so-called 'coaching' session per fortnight by someone who they say is a "dietician" good luck verifying that... - and 'exclusive' access to healthy eating recipes which are freely available anywhere else. I feel very embarrassed that I was sucked in to their scam sales techniques - invitation only, limited places, pay now, etc..) PLEASE do your research BEFORE signing up as you won't get a refund if the program is not for you. This information they offer is free from reputable organisations.
Alison
Feb 25,2023Miyagi has been one of the best investments I have made. I felt I was heading to an early grave due to an unhealthy lifestyle. Then I saw the Miyagi ad on Facebook. Of course I was apprehensive at first, but after my first phone call with my personal Dietician Munpreet (my coach), I began feeling like someone cared about me and my goals. Munpreet and Miyagi are helping me make good choices and lead a heart smart life that will continue for the rest of my life. After 2.5 months I am eating foods I have never tried before, planning meals, more active, 6kg lighter, lowering my BP, not craving junk food and my chronic knee pain has decreased significantly. I am feeling positive and looking forward to the remainder of my 6 month program and the wins it will bring. Miyagi's support pages (Facebook), resources and weekly live streams with Cardiologist, Dr Ross Walker all increase my determination to succeed in living a healthy life without restrictive dieting. Thankyou Munpreet and Miyagi.
Mim
Feb 25,2023Just like most when I first started this program I was very ho hum and had the same thoughts as others about money and what have I done. But as time went on I started to implement the small changes that my assigned dietician and I discussed on a weekly basis. About half way thru the program I started to realise that the program is all about ME and MY choices. Then I had my light bulb moment and that was when everything started to come together for me. This program is about making the right choices for ME. About ME thinking about planning my healthy choices for meals. About ME and what I choose to eat. About ME choosing to change my habits slowly over time. About ME implementing the right healthy foods and sustaining the right choices and keeping the bad choices to minimal treats. This program is designed for your dietitian to gently prod you in the right direction. Your dietitian can not make you choose what you eat that is up to YOU. Your dietitian gives you the tools. But ultimately it is up to YOU what you do with that information. If you are looking for a quick easy to follow diet plan then this program is not for you. If you want to slowly improve the way you eat and to make healthier choices for life then this is what this program does. It makes YOU in control of what you choose to eat and not eat. What exercise you choose to do. Just want to say a big Thank You to Aleisha P. You have supported me all the way thru my journey. And ever so gently prodded me in the direction that I needed to be. Whilst I have not lost big kg. (About 5 in total since I had my light bulb moment ). I am still slowly loosing weight. I am eating so much healthier. Exercising and enjoying life again. I now have a much better approach to eating healthy and understanding MY choices. So once again a HUGE thank you to Aleisha !!
Paul Sibley
Feb 24,2023Great program that is easy to follow. Only required to make small changes to diet and exercise which are all supported by a Nutritionist. The resources are excellent as are the recipes which are easy to make. Has helped me lose over 10kg, thoroughly recommend
Jacqueline Keenan
Feb 20,2023My Miyagi coach Aliesha is an absolute legend. She kept me focused on the positive achievements when I was feeling hopeless, opened my eyes to some really useful changes I could easily make with my exercise, meals, and routines and kept me thinking about overall health. I’m so thankful to Aliesha and the program, and I highly recommend it
Ann Haining
Feb 18,2023I have experienced specific advice that’s personalised for my needs; that is given with consistently positive coaching to reach my health goals! The recipes are delicious! I’m still learning!
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Libby Phillips
Apr 03,2023My dietician is patient, calm, practical, non judgemental and full of practical suggestions. I have never felt talked down to. She's like a clever friend who knows how to help, not enable. I'm about halfway into the program and have lost weight and my Dr is thrilled with my cholesterol numbers that have come down significantly. Best of all I feel empowered and not on a diet. For the first time in my life I feel like I'm in control of the food and the decisions around it. I am not being dragged around by the teeth anymore. I make my own decisions and I don't catastrophise about eating a cupcake or Easter egg anymore. I can keep it in perspective and not let it get out of hand. This has NEVER been my experience before!