The coded language game
By: Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, PhD Obesity bias is alive and well and let me be the first to acknowledge that obesity bias is ingrained in us, myself included. To address and be rid of the obesity bias in our world requires work to reshape the way we think, and the language we use […]
The cost of obesity
By: Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, PhD. One-third of U.S. full-time employees have obesity.1 This ends up costing organizations, as medical claims are twice the amount for those with obesity.2 These costs are a hard pill to swallow, especially with more tools available than ever. And now, employers have the added complexity of finding the […]
The top 3 weight-loss revelations from last year that will shift the industry in 2024
By: Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, PhD In retrospect, the year 2023 has left an indelible mark on the weight-loss landscape, unveiling revelations that promise to redefine the industry in 2024. I thought it might be worth the time to explore my top three weight-loss revelations of 2023: 1. The benefits of substantial weight […]
The secret to making a workout plan that sticks
By: Renee Rogers, PhD, FACSM Are you feeling inspired to get moving in the new year? Ready to commit to some “active” resolutions? We love to hear it! The benefits of physical activity for your mind and body are remarkable. At the same time, we know that many folks begin the year with workout resolutions, […]
4 insights on the future of weight-loss medications to empower your benefits strategy
By: Wondr Health Scientific Advisory Board Member Donna H. Ryan, M.D. and Livvie Van Lanen Last year, we saw tremendous growth in the weight-loss medication industry. The momentum gained in the weight-loss medication sector is not an isolated phenomenon, but a reflection of a broader societal shift towards prioritizing health and wellness. The catalyst driving […]
Why 15% weight loss is the new gold standard
2024 has been the year of weight-loss medications and next year will likely be too. But why is that? Simply put, these medications accelerate the weight-loss process and mitigate risk of chronic conditions at a rate that we have never seen before. We are so used to talking about the benefits of 5-7% weight loss, […]
The power of close relationships and well-being in the workforce
Happiness is a positive emotional and psychological state, characterized by feelings of contentment, joy, satisfaction, and well-being. Beyond a positive mood state, happiness includes living a purposeful, connected, and balanced life. To get a pulse on our participants’ thoughts on happiness, Wondr Health conducted a survey and asked them to share what brings them the […]
Why a proven behavior-change program is key to unlocking lasting transformation
When it comes to weight loss, the allure of rapid results may lead to the misconception that true lasting change and transformation can happen overnight. With the increased public use of weight-loss medications as a quick-fix for treating obesity, the conversation of how to build a toolkit for sustainable weight-loss is more important than ever. […]
The weight-loss wall
The prevention of weight gain and clinical weight loss occupies a unique place in the realm of medicine—but this is not a fact to be celebrated. Within this context, there exists a wall that separates proven treatments from most American adults who could greatly benefit from them. On one side of the wall are well-established […]
Gratitude in the workplace
Expressing gratitude is often associated with our 1:1 relationships or only in our personal lives. However, incorporating gratitude into the workplace not only benefits the employees but also has a direct impact on the organization’s overall success. To get a pulse on what your population is most grateful for right now, Wondr Health conducted a […]