A Balanced Approach to Weight Loss

At JumpstartMD, we know that one size does not fit all when it comes to weight loss. While many members choose a low carb approach to maximize fat burning, blood sugar control, and metabolic health, we understand that some prefer more dietary flexibility while still making progress.

That’s where the JumpstartMD Flex Plan comes in!

The Flex Plan allows for limited whole grains and starches while continuing to avoid added sugars, refined grains (like white flour), and liquid carbs (like juice and soda). This approach may slightly reduce some benefits of lower carb eating, but it provides greater variety while still supporting weight loss and overall health.

• Adds 2–4 additional carbohydrate boxes per day (as prescribed by your Jump startMD clinician).
• Each whole grain or starch serving = 2 carb boxes (16–24g carbs).
• You may use these boxes for whole grains, starches, or extra servings of nutrient-dense veggies.

• Flex Plan members can have 1–2 whole grain or starch servings daily (2–4 carb boxes).
• Many members reserve these servings for dinner to stay lower-carb during the day while enjoying more flexibility in the evening.
• Low-glycemic fruit remains limited to 2 carb boxes per day (after the third week on plan).
• Continue to avoid refined flours, added sugars, and liquid carbs.

30% Carbs | 30% Protein | 40% Healthy Fats

Typical ranges:

• Carbs: 20–35%
• Protein: 25–40%
• Fats: 35–50%

Success on the Flex Plan requires consistent portion control and tracking to stay in a calorie deficit while enjoying a bit more variety!

Choose the Flex Plan if you:

• Want to include limited amounts of whole grains & starches while still losing weight.
• Prefer a more balanced approach with more dietary flexibility.
• Thrive on faster weight loss through a lower carb approach.

• Want to maximize fat burning & insulin control with fewer carbs.
• Prefer a structured, low-carb plan with no grains or starches.
• Thrive on faster weight loss with a stricter carb approach.

If you’re not seeing the results you want on any JumpstartMD plan, your clinician is here to help. They can:

• Refine your nutrition plan
• Adjust macros & portion sizes
• Explore medications, hormone therapy, or supplements for extra support
• Recommend fitness strategies to optimize results

Have a medical indication (i.e. pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, type II diabetes) opt for lower carb living.

If you’re curious about the Flex Plan, talk to your JumpstartMD clinician to see if it’s the right fit for you.