12/26/2025
📉 Did you know more Americans are struggling with weight now than ever before?
And no — it’s not because people suddenly lost willpower.
Here’s what’s really going on:
📱 More sitting & screen time
🍔 Ultra-processed foods everywhere (literally designed to make you crave more)
😴 Less sleep + more stress → hormones like cortisol & insulin work against you
🕒 Busy schedules = fewer chances to move
🔥 Slower metabolism as we get older
It’s not “just try harder.” It’s biology, environment, and lifestyle — all hitting at once.
But here’s the hopeful part:
✨ Small, consistent habits really do add up.
🍳 More protein
🚶 Daily walks
😴 Better sleep
💊 Medical support when you need it
Your weight doesn’t define you — and you don’t have to do it alone.
Your health matters, and support is always available.
🌐 strivemeds.com