Understanding Addiction Transfer
From Food to Alcohol: Understanding Addiction Transfer Addiction is a complex phenomenon that often extends beyond substance abuse. For individuals […]
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The Dark Side of Endless Dieting
The Dark Side of Endless Dieting: How It Can Lead to Eating Disorders In a society obsessed with thinness and
You Are Much More Than Your Weight
You Are Much More Than Your Weight In a world that constantly emphasizes the importance of appearance, it’s easy to
Fatphobia: More Common Than You Think
Fatphobia: More Common Than You Think In a world that increasingly champions body positivity and acceptance, fatphobia—the discrimination, prejudice, or
The Small Problem with Body Positivity
The Small Problem with Body Positivity: A Closer Look at the Movement’s Challenges The body positivity movement has reshaped how
Overweight as a Stigma in Society
Overweight as a Stigma in Society: Breaking the Chains of Bias In a world that celebrates diversity, one area where
Setting Firm Boundaries
Setting Firm Boundaries During Your Weight Loss Journey Embarking on a weight-loss journey is a deeply personal experience. It often
Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations
Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations About Your Weight Loss When embarking on a weight-loss journey, it’s natural to encounter questions, comments, and
Navigating Holiday Triggers
Navigating Holiday Triggers: Staying on Track with Your Weight Loss Goals The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration,
Trick yourself that you feel full
How to Trick Yourself into Thinking You’re Full (Hint: Eat on a Tiny Plate) Have you ever stared longingly at
Time before bariatric surgery as stages of grief
The more I have been thinking about my bariatric surgery, the more I am getting to the point that it
Hope is all you have
You have an idea You would like to do something. You think it is a good idea. You have been
Emotional stages of bariatric patients
Before and after There are two emotional stages of a bariatric patient: before – they are very impatient, they are