The Wellness Industry Is Starting to Feel Dystopian

Why does it suddenly feel like social media is trying to convince us we’re all broken? In this episode, I’m talking about the growing trend of influencers and wellness companies marketing supplements, injections, powders, hormones, and “fixes” as if our bodies are inherently deficient in their products. Instead of asking why people are exhausted, inflamed, under-fueled, burned out, disconnected, or struggling… we’re often sold expensive solutions without any discussion of root causes. We talk about: How wellness marketing profits from insecurity Why “low energy” isn’t always a supplement deficiency The normalization of outsourcing health to products The role of underfueling, stress, sleep deprivation, overtraining, and nervous system dysregulation Why true healing is usually less sexy than social media promises How runners can think critically about wellness trends without shame This episode is not anti-supplement or anti-medication. Supplements and medications absolutely have a place. This is a conversation about ethics, nuance, and asking deeper questions before turning every symptom into a sales opportunity. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by wellness content online, this episode is for you.   If you want getting dressed to feel less stressful and a lot more supportive of your mental health and your body image click here to try Nuuly and save $30! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @runnergirldietitian