A heart-unhealthy city
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the District of Columbia at a nearly 11% higher rate than the national average. DC also has the highest healthcare spend per resident of any US state. This highlights the health challenges facing many residents.
Busy lifestyle
DC residents live very busy lives – in fact, Washington, DC, ranks as the hardest-working city in the country. Leading such a full life often comes with a lot of stress, which makes eating well and overall self care difficult.
Diverse food palate
Since most people move to DC from somewhere else, the city has broad food options across cultures. Many residents love half smokes while Asian cuisines like Szechuan, Thai, and Korean dominate the restaurant scene. Of course, convenience food is popular as well due to residents’ busy lifestyles. This can make it difficult to ensure you’re getting the proper nutrition you need to thrive.