The Evolution of Healthy Weight

Julie Kaminski

Let’s Get Real About Weight, Health, and What Actually Works

I’ve spent decades helping people feel better—mind and body. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: you can’t outsmart biology, you can’t hate yourself into change, and you sure as hell can’t thrive on kale and guilt alone.

Let me explain.

We’ve Been Sold a Broken Story

For years, the advice was: eat less, move more. That was the entire plan. You were told that your willpower—or lack of it—was the problem.

Spoiler alert: It wasn’t.

The truth is, your body is wildly complex.

It’s not just about calories. It’s about chemistry.

Hormones like ghrelin (the hunger gremlin) and leptin (the “I’m full” signal) are calling a lot more shots than you think. If you’ve ever raided the pantry an hour after dinner and then beat yourself up about it—guess what?

You’re not weak. You’re human.

And your biology was doing exactly what it’s wired to do.

Here’s What’s Changed (and It’s About Time)

The Evolution of Healthy Weight: Science finally caught up with what so many of us already knew in our gut: food is more than fuel—it’s information. Ultra-processed junk lights up your brain like a slot machine. Meanwhile, real, whole foods help your body function like the powerhouse it’s meant to be.

And the narrative around weight? Thank goodness, it’s evolving. We’re seeing more people stand up for body diversity, for real health at every size. And that’s not just nice—it’s necessary.

Enter: The Medications Everyone’s Talking About

Yes, Ozempic. Wegovy. You’ve heard the names. These GLP-1 meds are changing the game for some people. They work on those same hunger pathways in the brain. Are they for everyone? No. Are they a quick fix? Definitely not.

But are they a helpful tool for some? 100%. And there’s no shame in using the tools that help you feel your best. Zero. Shame.

So, What Do You Actually Do?

Here’s the no-BS version I share with my clients:

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Eat real food. If it comes from the earth and doesn’t need a label, you’re on the right track.

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Move your body. Not to punish it, but because it feels good.

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Be kinder to yourself. You can’t shame yourself into health. Compassion changes everything.

Use what works. Meds, coaching, planning, therapy—it’s not weakness, it’s wisdom.

Create a Plan That Works For You

This isn’t about shrinking yourself. It’s about showing up for yourself.

This is your life. Your energy. Your body.

And you deserve to feel freaking great in it.

If you’re ready to ditch the shame spiral and build a real-life, research-backed plan that supports who you are and who you’re becoming—I’m here. Let’s do this together.