Modify Health Review: Mediterranean Meal Delivery

With the slogan "small changes, change lives," ModifyHealth offers fully-prepared dietitian- and chef-created meals recommended by leading healthcare providers delivered to your door. Founder and CEO G.B. Pratt started the company in 2018 to help others suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, and other conditions.

Mediterranean meals with the best ingredients for maximum health benefits

With all Mediterranean menu options at ModifyHealth containing 30 or less grams of fat per meal, these nutrient-dense foods are non-GMO, low sodium, and gluten-free, containing organic ingredients. In fact, they state that they are all also free of wheat, refined sugars, and artificial colors and flavors. This is a boon for those with allergies who often struggle to locate meal plans that can safely accommodate their eating restrictions. All animal proteins here are grass-fed meat, free-range poultry, and sustainable fish, plus they're all antibiotic and hormone-free. Meals range from 350 to 700 calories each, with nutrient-dense, fiber-rich ingredients.

It's easy to start and choose your meals

To start at ModifyHealth, they'll ask how many meals you'd like per week and put the cost upfront ($13.45 per meal). Next, they allow you to choose your entrees - prior to creating an account or providing payment information, which we found to be a preferred benefit of this meal service over some rivals. Each meal pictured shows a photo, along with graphics to indicate dairy content, related dietary plans, and spice levels. Thirty-four options were offered in the current week's featured recipes to choose from, which could be sorted to exclude ingredients like animal proteins, chicken, eggs, shellfish, white fish, bell peppers, dairy, salmon, or soy. Click on a photo and view the ingredients list to see ingredients and nutritional information. There are other menus to choose from at ModifyHealth, and while some of those options crossover with the Mediterranean diet, it seems you must stick with just one eating plan. Though this isn't as flexible as other services, it does help you stick to your commitment to the Mediterranean diet. We appreciate the extra options for those who have allergies or intolerances.

Other dietary plans are available

Mediterranean meals are one option at ModifyHealth. They offer options for gluten-free, diabetes-friendly, heart-friendly, carb-conscious, GLP-1 support, and low-FODMAP meals. Other plans may offer breakfast options, which cost $9.95 each, but the Mediterranean plan doesn't include those selections.

Convenience and lasting freshness delivered weekly

ModifyHealth meals are packaged in vacuum-sealed trays, designed to keep fresh in the refrigerator for 7 to 10 days after delivery. If desired, they can be stored in the freezer for 6 to 8 weeks. All of their medically-tailored meals are fully-prepared and ready to eat by heating in the microwave in about 2 minutes. Alternatively, they can be heated in the oven.

Coupon may be available, no commitment required

Look for a pop-up asking for your email address to get a coupon code for use on your first order. ModifyHealth asserts that the average American spends $125 on food weekly, and the small increase to their food budget as a result of ordering these prepared meals is negligible when taken into consideration with dining out and medication costs (but we still appreciate those discount codes). Their weekly subscriptions do not require a commitment, meaning customers may change, pause, or cancel at any time.

Sustainable delivery packaging

Noting that they're passionate about sustainability and taking care of the planet, this company encourages customers to recycle. ModifyHealth's meals are sealed in BPA-free, recyclable trays. They say the plastic seals may also be recycled, as may the cardboard delivery boxes and ClimaCell liners.

Expert coaching offered for an optional fee

Beyond meal delivery, ModifyHealth offers dietitian coaching and support, as well as remote patient monitoring "to ensure sustained benefits." This optional support includes scheduled consultations, phone or video chat, a dietitian hotline for on-demand support, and ongoing support from expert dietitians. They offer this service because they believe it's critical to the success of using their eating plans, though they encourage you to stay with your personal dietitian if you already have one.

Feel like cooking instead?

For those wanting healthy recipes for when they feel like cooking, ModifyHealth shares lots of offerings in their resource library. Look for Mediterranean and low-FODMAP meals, as well as desserts to help you stay on plan.

Free shipping to all 50 states

Meals from ModifyHealth are delivered anywhere in the continental United States. Delivery occurs by Friday via UPS or FedEx, and their website notes that shipping is free to all 50 states (though this can be confusing because "continental U.S." typically excludes Alaska and Hawaii). The meals arrive in insulated cardboard boxes with ice packs to remain at safe temperatures.

Contact them if you're unhappy with your first order

For those not 100% satisfied with their first order, ModifyHealth offers the possibility of a refund. They ask that you call within 7 days of receipt, and it is considered on a case-by-case basis.

Reputation has taken a hit...

If you're checking them out for health reasons, look at the ModifyHealth website for some testimonials from people who have used their meals to help with GI issues. The company isn't accredited by the BBB and has a "C+" rating for failure to respond to one complaint. We're not sure why that results in such a low rating, as their customer reviews across online platforms are great. They average 4.0 to 4.3 out of 5 stars from about 600 happy reviewers. Some negative complaints mentioned having difficulty opening sealed meal packaging, receiving late shipments, and experiencing unappealing and inedible food. One person even compared the food to hospital meals.

...but reviews are on the rise

Still, pleased customers rave about the food, customer service, and ease of selecting meals. Not all prepared meals will be for every taste palate, so we suggest you keep that in mind. While the BBB is markedly lower than the "A" last time we reviewed them, we're not as concerned because there are more customer reviews which have brought up their overall satisfaction ratings. They're worth a look for someone desiring a Mediterranean meal plan that offers prepared meals and avoids many allergens.

A great option for healthy eaters

Their meals may cost slightly more than the higher-ranked options on our list, but they also don't include many allergens and focus on healthy food. As such, ModifyHealth has again earned a good ranking on our list of prepared Mediterranean meal delivery services.

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