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
How You Manage Your Obesity Is Your ChoiceObesity is a chronic disease according to the American Medical Association. This new understanding of obesity has implications for staying healthy. Because...reactionscomments
Sleep Issues and ObesitySleep is an essential part of our daily lives. It allows our bodies to rest, repair, and prepare for the next day...reactionscomments
Digestion Problems and ObesityLiving with obesity can put you at higher risk for many health problems, including digestive problems. Digestive problems stem from disorders that...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
How to Get Enough Protein While Taking Weight Loss MedicationsWeight loss medicines can help you eat less without having to think about it too much. However, when you are eating less...reactions2comments
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
Nutritional Strategies for Managing Side Effects of Weight Loss MedicationsIf you are taking one of the new GLP-1 receptor agonist weight loss medications, such as Wegovy (semaglutide) or Zepbound (tirzepatide), you...reactionscomments
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
Menopause and Weight Gain: What to ExpectMenopause is an expected transition, but many women are surprised at what it brings. The more you understand what is coming, the...reactions2comments
The Dietary Supplements that are Most Helpful for Obesity and Weight LossThere are so many dietary supplements and natural remedies available for weight loss. It can be really hard to know which ones...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
