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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?...

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Mental Health and Obesity

What words of encouragement or wisdom could you share with those facing mental health challenges while living with obesity? What challenges have you faced with mental health in regard to...

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What does "healthy" mean to you?

There are many definitions for what constitutes a "healthy" person or lifestyle. How would you define the term? What behaviors or actions have you taken to be "healthy"?...

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...

What impacts your weight?

There are so many factors that impact one's weight. What has impacted yours? We'll list just a few that have been reported to us: Genetics, comorbidities, side effect from medications...

How has obesity impacted your ability to "fit" in?

In a society where the "ideal" body is slim, how does the lack of accessible furniture and spaces contribute to your experience with obesity? Do you feel pressure to conform...

How has life with extra weight impacted your life?

In what ways has living with obesity shaped your perspective on life, health, and self-care? What has your weight had the most significant impact on?...

What are your non-scale weight loss goals?

What goals have you set for yourself that don't involve a number on the scale? Examples include changes in your day-to-day life with obesity - sitting in a chair comfortably...

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...

How do you manage sore and swollen feet?

Do your feet swell? How do you manage it when and if they do? What shoes do you wear? Have you found a comfortable pair that fit comfortably around the...

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