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
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
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
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
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
Fat At Work: A Guide to Workplace Accommodations for ObesityI remember what it was like when I worked in an office. The bustling world of work, where desks hum with productivity...reactionscomments
How I Danced My Way to Body ConfidenceGrowing up overweight meant that I was constantly hyperaware of my body. I wasn’t always judgmental of my body shape or size...reactionscomments
The Joy of Body Acceptance: Embracing Life at Any SizeI want to explore the joy of embracing our bodies, regardless of their size. In that vein, I have to share a...reactionscomments
I Guess I Wasn’t “Sick Enough”The first time my insurance denied coverage for a GLP-1 medication, the message was clear: I wasn’t sick enough. It apparently didn't...reactionscomments
Traveling with Obesity: A Guide for Accessible and Comfortable TripsTraveling can be exciting. However, for people living with obesity, it can present unique challenges. This guide will explore some common problems...reactionscomments
Seven Years and a World of Difference: My Journey with GLP-1 InjectablesIt’s hard to believe, seven years in, that I was ever nervous—and maybe even scared—to try an injectable medication. When I started...reactionscomments
