The percentage of Americans classified as obese dropped from 40% to 37% over the last three years (2022 to 2025), according to a recent Gallup survey . The survey also found that obesity rates came down alongside a sharp increase in people using a class of medication called GLP-1 receptor agonists. GLP-1 drugs mimic a natural hormone called glucagon-like peptide 1, helping to regulate blood sugar, control appetite, and slow digestion. While losing any amount of excess weight helps lower your