Summary

U.S. adult obesity rates dipped slightly from 46% in 2022 to 45.6% in 2023, marking the first decline in over a decade, according to a study published in JAMA Health Forum.

The drop, most notable in the South and among older adults and women, may be linked to the rising use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, though other factors, such as the effects of Covid-19, may also play a role.

Experts caution against declaring this a lasting trend, citing the need for more long-term data and comprehensive research.

  • Batmancer@sh.itjust.works
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    12 days ago

    I believe in you doctordevice, whether you makes changes or not. I have big motivation issues. For me a set of push-ups everyday was enough to start building a bit of a routine for a while. Eventually it was 100 a day and sometimes I’d do sit-ups or squats too.

    Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.

    Tony Robbins

    I don’t know if Tony Robbins is a cool guy or not but I always liked the quote. Only learning just now who said it so I could share it with you.