Let’s Talk Obesity: Real Lives vs. Media PortrayalsThe labels we use—and the ones others choose for us—shape our identity. But our identity isn't just formed in a vacuum. It...reactionscomments
How I Manage My Nutrition and Appetite During My GLP-1 Injection CycleThere are so many aspects of my weight loss journey that have been a surprise to me. One of the big ones...reactionscomments
The Emotional Aftermath of Starting a GLP-1Before starting a GLP-1, I thought the biggest change would be physical. Weight loss is expected. I did also hope for improvements...reactionscomments
Finding Comfortable Wide-Width ShoesAs an individual who values comfort above all else, I’ve embarked on a mission to find the perfect wide-width shoes. My journey...reactionscomments
Shoes.... Sore Feet and Feeling Heavy on My FeetI have struggled with my weight since I was much younger. I have never been thin; it is not a concept that...reactionscomments
Test Your Knowledge of Our Obesity CommunityWe’re excited to share the results from our 2024 In America survey, where 2,552 individuals living with obesity have opened up about...reactionscomments
Is a Calorie Really Just a Calorie?"I just don’t want to keep track of my food anymore. I want to enjoy my food, without thinking or worrying about...reactions2comments
My Experience With Weight Stigma: Microaggressions and MisunderstandingMy name is Tatiana Corbitt and I have always struggled with my weight. Growing up, I was called a little gordita, or...reactions1comment
Doctors and Obese Me"A little anorexia won't kill you." I remember the moment my childhood doctor said that to me. I was 15 years old...reactions5comments
How to Address Weight Discrimination at WorkExperts estimate that more than 1 in 4 people in the workplace are living with obesity. People with obesity often face weight...reactions4comments
Why I Chose the Gastric SleeveObesity resides in the gene pool of my family, but while most of my family gained their weight later in life, I...reactionscomments
When Insurance Gets in the Way of GLP-1'sI was lucky when I first started a GLP-1; I had great insurance benefits. Many people have to consider their finances when...reactionscomments
Obesity and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
Why Is Fat So Wrong?Once upon a time, in lands not all that far away, being on the heavier side was actually praised. And yet, we...reactionscomments
Managing Obesity: How to Build a Supportive Medical TeamWhen I think about my journey with obesity, it often feels like a daunting road filled with challenges. Managing my weight, along...reactions4comments
GLP-1's: Instant Gratification or Gradual Change?I thought I knew what to expect when I started my first GLP-1 seven years ago. My doctor at the university weight...reactionscomments
So You Want to Try a GLP-1? What I Wish I Had Known SoonerI never thought that I was "that person." The person who would consider using a medication for weight loss. The person who...reactions2comments
Which Came First: Obesity or Depression?Not everyone who is obese is depressed and not everyone who is depressed is obese. Yet, I’ve noticed that there is often...reactions3comments
A Healthy Conundrum: Facing Scrutiny at the Gym and BeyondLet’s talk about the elephant in the room. No, not the actual elephant, although I would love to chat about how I...reactions2comments
Buckle Up, Buttercup: 5 Lighthearted Tips for Plus-Size Air TravelLet’s talk about air travel. You know, that magical experience where you’re crammed into a metal tube hurtling through the sky, surrounded...reactionscomments
