Fat in an Active StateI live in a state that prides itself on being one of the healthiest in the nation. It’s a place where the mountains are not just a backdrop, but a... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It Is The Little Things: 3 Helpful Items for People with ObesityI was filling out a routine form when I came across a question I have answered in dozens of forms over the years: "Do you use any assistive aids?" I... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Can Food Be Medicine for You?There has been a lot of buzz lately around the term "Food is medicine." Indeed, there are clinical trials showing that assisting people in eating a certain way can have... By Dr. Emily Dhurandhar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Not “Fitting In” with SocietyMany of us already know how it feels to not fit in with society. Maybe we’re not part of the "it" crowd, or maybe our interests just don’t align with... By Shay Smith2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Do When Your Doctor Is Not Your Weight Loss AllyIf your doctor is not able to provide an effective obesity management strategy for you, it's not because there aren’t any treatment options available. Your doctor, for whatever reason, may... By Dr. Emily Dhurandhar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Your Search for the Magical DietThere is always a new diet to try. And certainly, a new approach can bring hope if previous diets have not worked. When you hear about a new diet craze... By Dr. Emily Dhurandhar3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Ways to Dance Into Body ConfidenceGrowing up overweight meant that I was constantly hyperaware of my body. I wasn’t always judgmental of my body shape or size. That came with age. Because the longer I... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Scrutiny of Eating While FatI am a person of size. I am fat. It took me most of my life to get to a point where I am not ashamed of it. But what... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Seriously, Doc?Going to the doctor can be a nerve-wracking experience. And for those of us who are overweight or obese, we may have the added nervousness of whether the doctor will... By Shay Smith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Chasing Dopamine: How it Can Affect ObesityOne morning, while I was eating my cereal I noticed that my stomach was full, yet I continued to eat. As I munched on my Captain Crunch, I asked, why... By Shay Smith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fat At WorkI remember what it was like when I worked in an office. The bustling world of work, where desks hum with productivity and coffee machines gossip about deadlines, there’s a... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Nutritionist's Review of the Baby Food DietLike many diets, the Baby Food Diet has its roots in Hollywood. Celebrity fitness trainer Tracy Anderson came up with it as a way to reduce weight. It replaces your... By Dr. Emily Dhurandhar4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
PRIDE Means Body Positive!I recently had the privilege of attending Portland Pride celebrations. I am a queer person with a non-standard "healthy" body. I am not the fictional ideal that is a size... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Online Grocery Shopping: Access to Fresher and Cleaner FoodsI have always been a fan of fresh, clean food. I grew up in the 70s with a semi-hippie mom. She was a traditional housewife who needed to be thrifty... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Food Noise: Something You Hear Every Day and Didn’t Even Know?Does this sound familiar? While eating breakfast, you think about what is for lunch. After your lunch, you think about how you wanted more of what you had. It takes... By Dr. Emily Dhurandhar2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding That Perfect OutfitAs someone who has been obese and is still overweight, I know that finding that perfect outfit is a challenging and daunting task. I cannot tell you the number of... By Shay Smith3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 is grounded in practicality, devoid of whimsical flourishes... By Anita Williams2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Losing Weight and Finding MyselfAll of my life I wanted nothing more than to lose weight. Even in elementary school I was the fat kid but nothing we did could keep the weight off... By Shay Smith4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Joy of FatnessI want to explore the joy of embracing our bodies, regardless of their size. In that vein, I have to share a bit of my perspective. I do not spend... By Anita Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 was always overweight, even as a child. In... By Shay Smith4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments