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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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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...

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Losing, gaining, losing and gaining again.

I had a gastric bypass 13 years ago and had done well until 4 years ago. The pandemic was the beginning of struggling again. I’ve struggled with my weight since...

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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...

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Over weight

In 2023 I was weighing 195lb. My doctor was talking about putting a feeding tube in me cause I was underweight. I got small because every time I eat anything...

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Summertime

The temperatures are heating up outside with summer quickly approaching! How do you feel about summer? Do you like the season? Does it make you uncomfortable? Let's talk about it!...

Obesity Frustrations

What are some things that frustrate you most about living with obesity?...

Vision and Eye Issues

We're curious if others living with obesity also struggle with eye or vision issues. Some people report symptoms like blurry vision, double vision, eye fatigue, or even difficulty seeing at...

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"?...

Obesity Comorbidities

Obesity can put people at risk of developing various other medical conditions. These conditions are known as comorbidities. Do you live with any comorbidities? If so, what are they and...

Body Pain

Do you currently experience pain in your body? Where does it hurt the most, and what does it feel like? Have you found anything that helps manage the pain or...

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