Every January, we swear this will be the year. We'll eat cleaner, move more, stress less — until Quitter’s Day sneaks up and reality hits.

Discover the role of lean mass in achieving a healthy body composition When it comes to achieving a lean body composition , we often focus on the number on the scale — but what really matters is what that number represents. True progress is improving body composition through fat loss that preserves what’s most valuable: your lean body mass. Lean body mass plays a key role in metabolism, mobility, strength, bone health and long-term wellness, making it essential for a health

Most Americans feel the daily effects of poor metabolic health — low energy, stubborn weight, disrupted sleep and challenges with weight management — yet a new national survey shows many don’t fully understand what metabolic health actually is.* The findings reveal a clear gap between Americans’ perceptions of metabolic health and their actual awareness and understanding of it. Here’s what the data uncovered, why it matters and how small daily habits can make a meaningful dif

You can’t see visceral fat, but it can quietly affect how your body feels, functions and even ages. In this post, we’ll explore what visceral fat is, why it matters and how you can reduce it through simple, science-backed habits—and how OPTAVIA’s comprehensive system supports a strong, targeted fat burn for quality weight loss.

Discover the latest breakthroughs in metabolic health — OPTAVIA’s Scientific & Clinical Affairs Team shared fresh insights at ObesityWeek 2025 on how science, structure, and behavior can help restore balance and support long-term weight management.

Metabolic health is more than a buzzword — it’s the foundation of how your body functions, from energy levels to long-term health. Understanding the key drivers of metabolic health, recognizing poor metabolic health and learning how to improve it can transform how you feel today and in the future.

Ever feel like your body’s working against you? You’re not alone. More than 90% of U.S. adults are metabolically unhealthy — but new research from our Scientific and Clinical Affairs team shows it’s possible to get back in sync. Discover how Metabolic Synchronization™ helps realign your metabolism, reduce harmful fat and support lasting health from the inside out.

Feeling tired, foggy or just not yourself lately? You’re not alone — more than 90% of U.S. adults are living with some degree of metabolic dysfunction.* When your metabolism is out of sync, everything from your energy to your mood can take a hit. Learn how balanced nutrition, movement, sleep and daily habits can help your body find its rhythm again — and why science shows it’s never too late to restore metabolic health.

Feeling off? When your metabolic health is out of sync, everything else follows. More than 90% of U.S. adults are living with poor metabolic health — often without even realizing it. That’s why OPTAVIA put science to the test, and the results are groundbreaking: our 5 & 1 plan® was linked to improved metabolic health and 98% lean mass retention in a clinical study.