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
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
Hope for Obesity Emerges From the Twilight ZoneThe proven treatment to improve health for obesity is weight loss. Losing weight reduces mortality, or early death. For people with obesity...reactionscomments
Being an Obese ParentBefore I start recounting my own experiences, I want to make sure you know that I feel there is nothing wrong with...reactions4comments
A Year of Calm GiveawayMental health is just as important as physical health, but unfortunately it's something we often overlook. We know that living with obesity...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
How Do I Connect With People Living With Obesity?Navigating life with obesity can be overwhelming, especially if you do not know others with the condition. It is hard to know...reactionscomments
BMI Cannot Be Used Alone to Measure HealthBody mass index, or BMI, is a tool doctors use to check how much a person weighs compared to how tall they...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
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
Obesity, the Menstrual Cycle, and PCOSObesity can have an impact on many different areas and systems in the body. For example, obesity can impact the menstrual cycle...reactionscomments
10 Questions That Help Me Redefine "Healthy"If someone had asked me 10 years ago to picture a "healthy" person, I might have envisioned something like this... A tanned...reactionscomments
Are You Summer Ready?For most people, summer is the most looked-forward-to season of the year, but for many others, it's a season that makes them...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
Buckle Up, ButtercupLet’s talk about air travel. You know, that magical experience where you’re crammed into a metal tube hurtling through the sky, surrounded...reactionscomments
Better Size Diversity in Clinical Trials Could Lead to Better Outcomes for EveryoneClinical trial research is a long, complex process. It ultimately makes new treatments available for all kinds of health conditions. But clinical...reactionscomments
Embracing Worthiness: A Journey Towards Health and HappinessThe hardest part of the journey isn't going through it; it's deeming yourself worthy enough to start. How many times have you...reactions2comments
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
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
What Is Intermittent Fasting?By 2030, experts estimate that 3 out of 4 Americans will be overweight or obese. Obesity is linked to many health risks...reactionscomments
