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If you are taking one of the new GLP-1 receptor agonist weight loss medications, such as Wegovy (semaglutide) or Zepbound (tirzepatide), you have likely heard about possible side effects. Many...

Body positivity is a great thing. I think we should all love our bodies and we should embrace others for their differences in sizes and shapes. The body positivity movement...

We live in a world where appearance is often linked to worth. And people who do not conform to society's standards of dress and physical appearances often face challenges due...

I am a fat woman, a term I now use without judgment. I am also Black, and I am not a stereotype. I am not the jolly fat woman, the...

There is a strong link between obesity and type 2 diabetes, and they often occur together. Rates of both of these serious health conditions are increasing. In fact, obesity is...

When it comes to obesity, the focus of treatment in most people’s minds is weight loss. We set goals that we think are healthy, and we work toward them. But...

Living with obesity can put you at higher risk for many health problems, including digestive problems. Digestive problems stem from disorders that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) system. The GI system...

One of the most common questions about weight loss is "Can I drink alcohol while losing weight?" Becoming more vigilant about what you are consuming is a key part of...

There’s a certain rhythm to life when you’re living in a heavy body. It’s not a rhythm that everyone understands, but it’s one that becomes second nature to those of...

People living with obesity are more likely to develop arthritis. Arthritis causes the joints to become stiff and painful. There are many different types of arthritis, and obesity is a...

One strategy for managing health when you have obesity is weight loss. If you’ve gone down that road before, you know that weight loss can be challenging. Part of the...

We all know that one person who is obsessed with the number that flashes at them from the scale. Heck, we may be that person ourselves. It’s hard not to...

As someone who has navigated the healthcare system as an obese individual, I have encountered a range of experiences with doctors. Some have been supportive and understanding, while others have...

Nutrition information is often contradictory and confusing. Unfortunately, nutrition is not widely taught, even though it is quite critical for health. Because most people are not taught about nutrition, it...

Once upon a time, in lands not all that far away, being on the heavier side was actually praised. And yet, we now live in a society where being fat...

If you have obesity, I would be surprised if you have not looked for answers – answers about why you have obesity and answers about weight loss. This is especially...

As much as we like to say that change has happened, we still live in a society that typically equates thinness with happiness and success. Living a well-rounded life as...

When you’re overweight it always feels like you’re being watched and judged for the choices you make. At the grocery store? Someone is probably shaking their head at your choice...

When working toward a healthier weight, "fitspiration" can be a common place to start. We often start with things like signing up for a gym, looking for a great trainer...

Not everyone who is obese is depressed and not everyone who is depressed is obese. Yet, I’ve noticed that there is often a connection between these 2 things. I know...