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
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
Feeling Fat Shame and How It Affected My ParentingI’ve felt shame around my obesity for most of my life. Since I was a child, I’ve felt the shame of not...reactionscomments
Exploring the Downsides of the Body Positivity MovementBody positivity is a great thing. I think we should all love our bodies and we should embrace others for their differences...reactionscomments
Managing a Major Symptom of Obesity: Low SatiationIf you have obesity, it was probably diagnosed by measuring your body mass index (BMI). Having a high amount of body fat...reactions3comments
Fat is Not a PersonalityI am a fat woman, a term I now use without judgment. I am also Black, and I am not a stereotype...reactions3comments
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
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
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
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
