Mental Health and ObesityWhat 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...reactions24repliesMental HealthCoping
What people should knowWhat do you wish more people not living with extra weight or obesity understood? What misconceptions do you wish were cleared up?...reactions15repliesAwareness
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...reactions6repliesCopingWeight Maintenance
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...reactionsrepliesCoping
Commenting on people's bodiesIt seems common for people to make comments, whether positive or negative, about others’ bodies, but it’s not okay. Why do you think society has come to accept these types...reactions1replyCopingTips & AdviceWeight Bias
Speaking to a nutritionistHave you ever spoken to a nutritionist? How did the conversation go and what was the conversation like?...reactions4repliesDiet & NutritionTreatmentWeight Maintenance
How did you find the right doctor?Who is the main healthcare provider you see for obesity or weight management? Let us know what your relationship is like with your doctor! For those who are happy with...reactions2repliesHealthcare Team
What to expect after bariatric surgeryFor 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...reactions4repliesBariatric SurgerySide EffectsSurgery
Medication and Treatment Side Effects Have you ever experienced side effects from weight loss medicine or treatment? Have you ever stopped a medication or treatment because of side effects? If so, did you switch to...reactions2repliesTreatmentSide Effects
I'll never diet again the first 3 letters spell die!Gastric bypass...reactions5repliesBariatric Surgery