Jay’s Story
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Through Jay’s story, learn how weight-inclusive care transforms patient outcomes, challenging traditional approaches to knee pain, blood pressure & chronic health conditions
Meet Raven
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You didn’t fail the diet—the diet failed you. Despite what the weight loss industry wants you to believe, lasting weight control isn’t about willpower. Genetics, hormones, urbanization, childhood trauma, and even income disparities play a bigger role in your weight than any diet plan ever could. Yet, diet culture thrives on the myth that you just need to try harder. It’s time to break the cycle, stop blaming yourself, and uncover the truth about why diets don’t work—and what you can do instead
The National Weight Control Registry
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The National Weight Control Registry is often praised as proof that long-term weight loss is possible—but its data is flawed, outdated, and far from representative. With ties to the weight-loss industry and behaviors that mirror disordered eating, the registry raises more questions than answers. If you’ve ever doubted the weight-loss narrative, this blog uncovers the truth.
Sleep Apnea Blog Post
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Think sleep apnea is just a fat person problem? Think again. Discover the science behind sleep apnea and why weight isn’t the only factor at play
Unwrap the Holidays: Reclaim Your Joy
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The holidays can feel overwhelming, whether you’re juggling family expectations, emotional burnout, or societal pressures. But this year it’s time to prioritize your mental well-being, and set boundaries that protect your peace. This isn’t about dieting, fixing your body, or pretending everything’s fine—it’s about redefining what the holidays should look like for you. It’s time to step back and reclaim your joy
Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
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It turns out that NAFLD has a lot less to do with Fat OR the liver than the name would imply.
Eat, Fast, And Live Longer?
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Dr Michael Mosley that fasting would help us live longer. And then he died at the age of 67.
The Flawed Foundations of Weight Science
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Today we dive into the pervasive influence of money on weight science and health policy.
The Fatphobic History Of Medicine
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Modern medicine is fatphobic AF. Last week I talked about how we pathologized fat. This week I will bridge the gap between history and our present reality.
Pathologizing Fat
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We’ve been pathologizing Fat for so long that we’re no longer able to see the wood from the trees.