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
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
Your Body is a TempleMy body is a temple. Your body is a temple. Did you know that? Within each of us, we house something very...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
Weight Discrimination in the WorkplaceExperts estimate that more than 1 in 4 people in the workplace are living with obesity. People with obesity often face weight...reactions4comments
The Weight of StigmaWhen you’re overweight it always feels like you’re being watched and judged for the choices you make. At the grocery store? Someone...reactionscomments
The Audacity to Be HappyAs much as we like to say that change has happened, we still live in a society that typically equates thinness with...reactionscomments
Join the Conversation: 5 Forums on Obesity TreatmentThe forums section of Obesity.net is a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about obesity and weight management...reactionscomments
Obstacles of Healthy EatingGetting healthy often means a healthier diet. More fruits, veggies, whole grains, and rich meats. That’s all fine and dandy but ever...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
