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...reactionscomments
Three Hurdles to Clear When Talking With Your Doctor About WeightConversations with a healthcare provider about weight are not always productive. Unfortunately, most healthcare providers do not get any training about obesity. They...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
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
I Will Always Have A “FUPA”What is a "FUPA?" A FUPA is colloquially known as a "fatty upper pubic area." In other words, a FUPA is a...reactions2comments
Microaggressions and MisunderstandingsMy name is Tatiana Corbitt and I have always struggled with my weight. Growing up, I was called a little gordita, or...reactions1comment
Fashion As Resistance: Challenging Weight StigmaWe live in a world where appearance is often linked to worth. And people who do not conform to society's standards of...reactionscomments
Weight Loss Answers: When Something Is Better Than NothingIf you have obesity, I would be surprised if you have not looked for answers – answers about why you have obesity...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
Should You Try Your Friend’s Weight Loss Diet?Many people attempt to lose weight, but only some people succeed. So when a friend or family member loses a visible amount...reactionscomments
The Tiny Critic in Your HeadRemember that phrase we used to taunt our friends: "Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words can never hurt me"?...reactions3comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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
Fat At WorkI remember what it was like when I worked in an office. The bustling world of work, where desks hum with productivity...reactionscomments
The Weight of Uncomfortable Seating (That Doesn't Fit My Body)I walk into a coffee shop, and the aroma of freshly brewed java hits me. My eyes look around the room, seeking...reactions2comments
How "Fat" Became Just a WordI had a fear of children for as long as I could remember. They were these unknown creatures that were prone to...reactions4comments
Non-Scale Victories Versus the Numbers on the ScaleWe all know that one person who is obsessed with the number that flashes at them from the scale. Heck, we may...reactionscomments
