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How long have you been contending with obesity?

For many, contending with obesity is a life-long battle. How long have you been living with it and what helps you cope best?...

Caloric Surplus: Exploring Its Advantages, Limitations, and Role in Health

A caloric surplus, or consuming more calories than the body needs for daily energy expenditure, can be a useful approach for specific health and fitness goals. It’s typically used to...

What to expect after bariatric surgery

For those who have had bariatric surgery (also known as weight loss surgery), what was your recovery like? Did you experience any side effects from your procedure? What helped you...

Household items to make life more comfortable

What everyday household items have you found that make life easier and more comfortable? What tools or products do you find helpful in your daily routine?...

Sleep Issues

How has living with obesity or extra weight affected your rest? Are there specific challenges you face? What strategies do you find helpful in managing those issues?...

What people should know

What do you wish more people not living with extra weight or obesity understood? What misconceptions do you wish were cleared up?...

Exercise and Movement

What's your favorite way to move your body? Are there exercises or movements that seem to work really well for you and, alternatively, some movements that are difficult to do?...

Weight Management

Have you struggled with excess weight or obesity and tried various treatments? Share the treatments you've tried —whether it's dieting, exercise regimens, medication, surgery, or alternative therapies—and tell us how...

Support is important

6/6/2006, I had a Rouxen Y Gastric Bypass. I was 350 lbs and miserable. With the surgery, I lost 220 lbs but due to being too thin, I got up...

Relationship with food

I’m interested in hearing about how you relate to food in your daily life. If you’re up for sharing, what’s your relationship with food like? How do you feel about...

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