Start Your Journey Today!
As part of UnitedHealth Group's employee benefits, you have access to Real Appeal®, an online weight loss program. Real Appeal is based on proven clinical research and features personalized tools and support. Best of all, it's available to eligible employees for free.*
*The Real Appeal program is provided at no additional cost to eligible members as part of their covered health insurance plan.
Already participating in the Real Appeal program and not sure what to do next?
Contact us or call 1-844-924-REAL (7325)
A program built to help you succeed.
Real Appeal is a proven way to help our members lose weight and live healthier lives by providing:
Ongoing support and guidanceWe’re committed to keeping you focused on your goals — with online group sessions, support from our coaches, and a passionate community of members rooting for your success. |
 Small steps for lifelong changeTo help you reach your goals, Real Appeal recommends small steps every day — and makes it easy to chart your daily progress with our nutrition and exercise trackers. |
 Resources to keep you motivatedThroughout your journey, you can access the inspiring stories of other Real Appeal members, blog posts and articles to keep you informed, and simple activities to help you stay on track. |
Real Appeal is available to our members at no additional cost. Our approach is based on decades of clinical weight loss research focused on simple steps combined with personalized tools and support.
Weight loss coaches focused on you.
Real Appeal online coaches have one job — to guide you with the support needed to stay on track. Here are just a few of our coaches who've helped members realize lasting change.
Applying The Science
Helping to guide you with a science-based approach built upon decades of research.
Guiding Your Journey
Making sure you have the options and tools for your personal weight loss success.
Supporting Every Step
Keeping you on track for your goals by being available 24/7.
Tools to make it happen.
We do this through behavior change coaching, easy online access and tool kits for success. Real Appeal includes:
An online coach who leads group sessions with tailored guidance to fit your lifestyle.
24/7 online access and support, and a mobile app for tracking your progress.
A Success Kit to kick-start weight loss with a weight and food scale, exercise DVDs, helpful guides, and more.
Success Stories
While the journey for each Real Appeal member is unique, they all share the unwavering goal of lasting change. Get more inspiration for starting your own Real Appeal success story by seeing firsthand the life-changing results that are possible for you, too.
OUTRUNNING DIABETES
Crystal
200 lbs lost
Crystal was pre-diabetic, and just getting out of bed was difficult. Watch how she got motivated to finish multiple half marathons.
RIDING HEALTHIER
Demond
52 lbs lost
Unhealthy eating and a lack of exercise made working more difficult for Demond. Watch how Demond got on the road to healthy habits.
SUCCEEDING TOGETHER
Brian and Julie
160 lbs lost (total)
Out-of-control portions and high blood pressure led Brian and Julie to make a change. Watch how they found more energy together.
Real Appeal members who attended 4 or more sessions during the program lost 10 pounds on average. Talk to your doctor before starting any weight loss program.
Based on science. Led by experts.
Real Appeal’s approach is based on clinical studies focusing on lasting lifestyle change. The formula is simple: Small, steady, sustainable steps are the path to a healthier future.
Our Clinical Advisory Board carefully oversees and guides the addition of each new tool and idea, ensuring consistent support and healthier transformations for each member.