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With a heavy heart, we share the news of Dr. John McDougall’s passing. A visionary physician and author, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor and friend, Dr. McDougall died peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 22nd, at the age of 77.
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Are you looking to regain your vitality and take control of your health? Transform your health in 12 days with the McDougall Program, a groundbreaking approach developed by John McDougall and led by renowned health and wellness experts.

The life-changing McDougall Program unlocks your body’s healing potential through the power of a plant-based, starch-focused diet. Join thousands of empowered individuals who have embraced the McDougall Program and experienced a remarkable transformation in their overall health and vitality!

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With a heavy heart, we share the news of Dr. John McDougall’s passing. A visionary physician and author, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor and friend, Dr. McDougall died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Saturday, June 22nd, at the age of 77.

Dr. McDougall leaves behind a profound legacy. Our family will remember him as the man who taught us to live life to the fullest and always speak the truth. The world will remember him as the man who revolutionized modern healthcare and impacted countless lives around the world. In honoring John’s memory, we ask you to continue to live healthfully, love each other and be kind to the environment and the animals who share it.

The McDougall Program will continue. While this mission began with Dr. McDougall’s dream, it will live on and evolve through the dedication of his children and the team he personally picked to help him turn his vision into reality. This is a family business, and we promise to be there for you, as Dr. John McDougall always was.

Look what you made, Dad! We’ll take it from here.

Heather McDougall

Dr. McDougall’s Daughter & CEO, The McDougall Program

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John McDougall, MD
May 17, 1947 - June 22, 2024
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The McDougall Program

The McDougall Program is a transformative and life-saving 12-day online intensive program designed by Dr. McDougall. For over 35 years, this program has been helping individuals reverse chronic illness and take charge of their health.

The McDougall Program is based on the concept of the Starch Solution, an innovative dietary approach that harnesses the benefits of eating whole-food, plant-based sources of complex carbohydrates. Throughout the program, participants learn to embrace a sustainable and nourishing diet centered around wholesome starch sources, including nutrient-rich grains, legumes and fruits.

The immersive 12-day program includes personalized care, live lectures, expert guidance and unwavering support. Engage in private one-on-one appointments and learn from lectures by renowned health professionals hand-picked and personally trained by Dr. McDougall. Beyond the 12-day mark, the McDougall Program offers additional weekly, then monthly check-ins for one full year following your completion.

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Inspiring Success Stories

At the McDougall Program, we have witnessed inspiring transformations of individuals who have adopted a starch-based diet and experienced remarkable improvements in their health. To inspire and encourage you, we invite you to explore some of the success stories of our participants below.
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Empower yourself with the knowledge to transform your health through a healing diet and lifestyle. The free McDougall Program offers a comprehensive guide, providing all the essential details you need to successfully adopt new habits. With this information, you can quickly take charge of your health and enhance your appearance.

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Our philosophy

Optimal health is achieved by eating a low-fat, high fiber, minimally processed, starch-based diet with fruits and vegetables. This is not all or nothing. We teach the principles of healthy living. The more you do, the better your results.

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Take the first step toward regaining your health and ensuring optimal well-being by joining our 12-day McDougall program. You can also visit our Education Hub, explore our Mini Courses and browse our shop for valuable resources to start your transformative journey today!

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