Claudia, Virta patient

Claudia eliminated insulin, reduced her blood sugar, and lost 45 pounds on Virta

Virta may reverse type 2 diabetes.

Patients may lose weight, eliminate diabetes medications, and reduce their A1c. Our real-world results, backed by research from our 5-year clinical trial, are proven time and time again among thousands of patients.
87%
Medication Reduction
Diabetes-specific medications, including insulin, eliminated across population at 10 weeks
1.1%
HbA1c Reduction
HbA1c improvement at 10 weeks, which occurred simultaneously with prescription elimination
7%
Weight Loss
Average weight loss at 10 weeks
Hallberg SJ, McKenzie AL, Williams P, et al. Effectiveness and Safety of a Novel Care Model for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes at One Year: An Open Label, Non-Randomized, Controlled Study. Diabetes Ther. 2018. DOI: 10.1007/s13300-018-0373-9

Results may vary based on your clinical profile and adherence to the Virta treatment.
Virta’s type 2 diabetes reversal treatment can now be covered through Anthem Blue Cross of California. Apply today to find out how much is covered for you!
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Patient Spotlight

Claudia lives in San Francisco, CA

Before starting Virta, Claudia had been struggling with type 2 diabetes for over 20 years. She tried many different medications and exercise, but nothing really controlled her blood sugar, and her weight crept up.

Results on Virta

  • A1c reduced from 7.6% to 5.5% (below diabetic level)
  • Lost 45 pounds and regained energy
  • Got off all her diabetes medication, including insulin

How can Virta help me?

Reduce your blood sugar and A1c

Get off your diabetes medications

Lose weight and regain energy

Get back to doing the things you love

How Virta Works

Virta's unique treatment can help bring blood sugar down to normal levels, without medication or surgery.
“Virta gives diabetics a cross between a pocket doctor and a guardian angel.”¹
“Virta seeks to reverse diabetes, rather than prevent it.”²
“Virta is attempting to attack the epidemic—some 28 million Americans have T2D.”³
”It’s a much more scalable model than seeing people in a doctor’s office.“

What's covered on Virta?

Continuous medical supervision

Your Virta Provider is your new metabolic health specialist, and will coordinate as needed with your primary care provider.

Unlike traditional healthcare, where patients only check in with their provider a couple of times a year, our team of board-certified providers provide around-the-clock monitoring and care. This allows us to safely adjust your medications and care plan in real time.

Dr. Jeff Stanley and Dr. Caroline Roberts, looking at a clipboard together

Personalized dietary guidance and health coaching

Your Virta Health Coach is your on-demand nutritionist, accountability partner, and cheerleader all in one! Whether you need help jumpstarting stalled weight loss, understanding your protein requirements, or just need a bit more encouragement, they are there to guide you to success.

Unlike traditional coaching services, where you only see your coach once a week or month, your Virta Health Coach is always just a message away!

All the supplies you need

Virta provides you with everything you need to track your progress, including a bodyweight scale that uploads data to our app automatically, a blood pressure cuff for some patients, and a meter with glucose and ketone strips, lancets, and swabs.

Unlike other interventions, the cost of your starter kit and refill supplies needed for Virta is fully included in the price.

Biomarker tracking and curated resources

Virta puts a clinic in your pocket, accessible to you when you need it most–no waiting rooms and no lines.

Our app collects your biomarker data, like blood glucose, blood ketones, weight, and blood pressure to help your care team adjust the Virta Treatment around your individual biochemistry.

Through a series of videos and games, you'll learn how to make the necessary dietary changes sustainable and enjoyable. The app also provides access to a curated library of recipes, guides, and meal plans fit for any dietary preference.

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Private patient community

Membership to Virta's private patient community is included, but participation is optional. Those that choose to join can connect with other Virta patients to find support and share tips in a positive, moderated environment.

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Have Questions?

Join a webinar hosted by our providers and health coaches. You’ll learn more about Virta uses food as medicine, and you can also get your questions answered. Attendance is limited, so sign up now to secure your spot.

Want answers now? Email our Support team.

Free Webinar: Food As Medicine

Tuesday, February 28, 2023
10 am PT / 1 pm ET

Free Webinar: A Day in the Life

Tuesday, March 21, 2023
10 am PT / 1 pm ET

Free Webinar: Food As Medicine

Tuesday, April 25, 2023
10 am PT / 1 pm ET

How does Virta approach nutrition?

Virta uses food as medicine. We’ll help you adapt your body to burn fat for energy, instead of sugar. This is called ketosis. Ketosis naturally lowers weight, blood sugar, and the need for diabetes medication. To get into ketosis, you’ll adjust your diet to eat more fat, eat less carbs, and get the right amount of protein for your body.
  • Whole, real foods.
    No frozen meals or replacement shakes.
  • Works for any dietary preference or allergy.

    Virta doesn’t require specific foods, so it can work for anyone. You can be vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, etc.
  • No calorie restriction or fasting.
    Eat until you feel satisfied. Stop counting calories.
  • No required exercise.
    While exercise has health benefits, it is not required on Virta.
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Roasted cauliflower in a white ceramic bowl
Deviled eggs
Salmon fillets with a lemon garnish, on a white plate
A cup of latte sitting on a wooden table
A glass of chocolate mousse with raspberries on top

Doctors love working with Virta

Primary care providers communicate regularly with Virta to ensure continuity of care and long term success.

Dr. Mark Savant

Internal Medicine, Private Practice

Dr. Rachel Meek

Preventive Medicine Physician

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Learn how our personalized treatment plan can help you reverse your diabetes safely and sustainably.
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Eligibility

Your out-of-pocket cost for Virta depends on the details of your plan and deductible status. Eligible members with active coverage through Anthem Blue Cross of California pay $49 per month in out-of-pocket costs. For those without Anthem coverage, the self-pay price is $249 per month with an additional $250 initiation fee. Apply today to find out how much is covered for you.