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Juniper and Second Nature are weight-loss programmes offering weight-loss injections, like Wegovy and Mounjaro, alongside a digital habit-change programme.
Second Nature also offers a weight-loss programme without medication, and you can find more about this programme here.
The main difference between the two programmes is experience. Second Nature has been delivering weight-loss services in the UK for the NHS since 2017 and was the first digital weight-loss programme to be commissioned by the NHS.
During this time, we’ve published over seven years of clinical data analysing the impact of the Second Nature programme on weight loss and type 2 diabetes.
In comparison, Juniper is a new organisation in the UK after originating in Australia as a sub-brand of the company Eucalyptus.
Eucalyptus originates from Australia and has expanded its operations to the UK and Germany. They have three other brands focusing on men’s health (pilot), women’s fertility (kin), and dermatology (Software).
However, there are several similarities between the two programmes, which we’ve summarised below.
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The three main similarities between Juniper and Second Nature
- Nutrition and a sustainable approach to weight loss: Second Nature and Juniper take a sustainable approach to healthy eating and weight loss. They use high-quality research to develop evidence-based content that puts the individual at the heart of their approach.
- Customer service and pharmacy partnerships: Both programmes have responsive customer service, and are partnered with a pharmacy to deliver the programme and ensure the clinical safety of all patients.
- Health coaches and nutritionists: Both programmes utilise the expertise of registered nutritionists or dietitians as health coaches to provide personalised support.
Additionally, there are several key differences between the two programmes that go beyond the level of experience that we’ve described above. These are summarised below.
The three main differences between Juniper and Second Nature
1) Second Nature is used by the NHS for weight loss and type 2 diabetes
A critical difference between Juniper and Second Nature is Second Nature’s relationship with the NHS.
Since 2017, the NHS has commissioned us to deliver weight loss and type 2 diabetes programmes across the UK.
Over half of all UK NHS Health and Care boards use Second Nature services.
In comparison, Juniper is a new company in the UK and hasn’t delivered services for the NHS. Juniper’s current programme is only available privately.
Second Nature can provide you with peace of mind that you’re on a programme that’s been clinically designed and used by the NHS since 2017.
While our Mounjaro weight-loss programme is private and not currently used by the NHS, we’ve built the programmes focusing on scientific evidence, patient safety, and data security.
2) Second Nature is clinically proven
Second Nature has over seven years of published clinical data outlining its effectiveness.
In December 2023, we published a paper outlining the impact of our medication-supported programme on weight loss. The paper showed that after 3 months, our members lost an average of 4.4 kg, with 62.5% achieving at least 5% weight loss by this stage.
Additionally, our programme is proven to support individuals living with type 2 diabetes to lower their blood sugar levels.
So much so that our original pilot in Portsmouth with the NHS showed that 40% of patients lowered their HbA1c (average blood sugar levels) below the diagnostic threshold for type 2 diabetes. Putting them on the path to potential remission in the future.
In comparison, Juniper doesn’t currently have any published data in medical journals showcasing the impact of their programme on weight loss, blood sugar control, or other health markers.
However, this may change in the future as the company grows and collects more data on their programme.
3) Cost and Trustpilot reviews
- The total monthly cost of the Second Nature programme, including Mounjaro or Wegovy medication, is £229 rising to £299 at the highest doses
- The total monthly cost of the Juniper programme, including Wegovy medication, starts at £189, but it’s unclear what this rises to as it’s not advertised on their website
- The total monthly cost of the Juniper programme, including Mounjaro medication, starts at £209, but it’s unclear what this rises to as it’s not advertised on their website
- Based on 7,483 reviews, Second Nature has a Trustpilot score of 4.8 and is rated as ‘Excellent’
- Juniper’s current Trustpilot score based on 876 reviews is 4.4, and are rated as ‘Excellent’
Take home message
Weight-loss injections are most effective when combined with a healthier lifestyle. They can help kickstart weight loss while you commit to developing healthier habits.
Mounjaro and other weight loss injections, like Ozempic and Wegovy, can allow you to make lifestyle changes to support long-term weight loss.
These medications can help silence food-related thoughts and give you a boost of confidence with more immediate weight-loss results.
They can also buy you the time and headspace to understand why your body may have struggled to lose weight and build new long-term healthy habits.
The core focus of our medication programmes is to calm down the feeling of food noise, lower your cravings, and allow you to build healthier habits to keep the weight off for good.
The ultimate goal is to make losing weight feel second nature.
Second Nature’s medication programme
Second Nature currently provides Mounjaro as part of our Mounjaro weight-loss programme.
If you’ve made the decision to try Wegovy or Mounjaro (assuming you’re eligible), why should you choose Second Nature over other medication providers like Juniper?
For peace of mind.
Second Nature has worked with the NHS for over 6 years providing weight-loss programmes across the UK.
While our Wegovy and Mounjaro weight-loss programmes are private and not currently used by the NHS, we’ve built the programmes with a focus on scientific evidence, patient safety, and data security.
We hope that our 6+ years of working with the NHS and building a track record of effective weight-loss results will give you peace of mind to give us a try.
