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Editor's Note: This article was submitted by Carol Mabry, Exercise Physiologist at OhioHealth and Strive to Thrive personal trainer.

No matter how you slice or dice it, the basic principle of weight control boils down to calories in versus calories out. Whether your goal is to lose weight, maintain your weight or even gain weight, this same basic principle applies.

To visualize this concept, think of weight control as a balance where one side of the scale represents calories coming in and the other side calories going out.

To gain weight consume more calories than you burn.

To maintain weight consume an equal number of calories as you burn.

To lose weight consume fewer calories than you burn. In other words eat less and move more!

To help you tip the scales in your favor:

Become aware of the caloric value and serving size of the foods you eat.

Find ways to be more physically active throughout the day.

Maintain a healthy balance of calories in/calories out.

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Visceral fat can lead to so many health problems the moment that you dont try to reduce it. You may not see this, but for sure, you would feel how your tummy area has grown out of proportions. The worse part of visceral fat is that it is located so close to the vital organs that it could lead to many serious health problems.

If you are familiar with belly fat, then knowing what visceral fat is could further strengthen your resolve to lose weight. The fact that an accumulation of visceral fat can lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, and increased cholesterol levels may just encourage you to take your journey towards weight loss really seriously.

In addition to losing weight through exercise, you may also consider stopping yourself from reaching out for that one beverage, which is touted by many as healthy and would not increase your belly fat. Health experts recommend that you limit your desire of reaching out for a glass of fruit juice.

Lots of Sugar

Fruit juices are always well-packaged as the healthy option, but most of the time, you wouldnt know the amount of sugar that is being included. According to an Express report, a 250ml of apple juice can contain the same amount of sugar in a cola. fruit juice sugar fructose visceral fat Photo: silviarita - Pixabay

While theres no denying that fruit juices provide the body with vitamins and minerals, the fructose it contains is often hideous. When theres too much fructose, it could lead to insulin resistance. Obviously, it can result in weight gain.

Avoiding Fructose

Cutting down in the amount of fructose that you take in could greatly help in reducing visceral fat. A study that was also reported on Express showed that by replacing high-fructose foods and beverages can do wonders.

The study involved 41 children aged 9 to 18. By replacing fructose with starch that yields the same amount of calories, then the starchy foods came out the winner. This simple experiment showed that the percent of liver fat and visceral fat in the children was reduced.

So the next time that you crave for some sweet fruit juice, better reach for a glass of water. It simply is the healthiest cup you can drink.

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To be able to lose weight in a sustainable manner, you need to keep two things in mind. 1. Healthy eating and 2. healthy living. You cannot binge-eat the whole day and then barely break a sweat on the treadmill and believe that you are going to see a difference on the weighing scale. The key is to strike a balance between the two, like 24-year-old Ujjwal Beriwal did to lose 30 kgs in 6-7 months and trim from 102 kgs to 72 kgs.

Says Ujjwal, I was an overweight child but the idea of losing weight crossed my mind multiple times as a teenager. I was 19 when the first wave of motivation to lose weight actually hit me. I ended up losing 10-12 kgs during the first year of my college. This initial weight loss helped me gain a lot of confidence. But it was short lived as I ended up gaining more weight that I had lost in the final year of college. And, to make matters worse, my post-college CA internship only had me sitting in front of a screen for very long hours, eating and sleeping."

I am also a thyroid patient, and would always reason my obesity as a natural side effect to my thyroid. But my doctor pointed out to me that the extra fat I am carrying in my body will lead to a lot of problems in the future," he adds. "This one statement coupled with the fact that I actually missed my younger, more confident self led me to bid adieu to the excess weight by following the below healthy diet plan and workout routine.

"I started saying a big fat no to oily/junk foods. I wouldn't say I started to ignore party invitations or social gatherings to be able to do this, but I tried to limit myself to 1 unhealthy meal per 2 weeks."

Talking about meals, I also switched to eating healthier and started following this diet plan:

Breakfast: Dal/Vegetables + 1 chapati + calad

Lunch: A glass of juice and a banana

Evening snacks: 1 egg omelette/boiled chicken

Dinner: Salad/Fruits and a bowl of dal

I also ensured that I kept myself hydrated throughout the day, and worked out 5-6 days a week in accordance with the below exercise regime.

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My workout routine comprised cardio and weight training in the gym or going for a dance session (Bhangra/Bollywood) 5-6 days of week. Each days routine would be varied and on days when I didnt feel like going to the gym, Id walk or jog. I actually still follow this routine. It has worked wonders for me.

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Disclaimer: The diet and workout routines shared by the respondents may or may not be approved by diet and fitness experts. GQ India doesn't encourage or endorse the weight loss tips & tricks shared by the person in the article. Please consult an authorised medical professional before following any specific diet or workout routine mentioned above.

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Laurie Ash can fit into a pair of pants she wasnt able to wear for years. She learned something simple: watch what you eat and keep track of what you eat.

It really works, Ash said.

Ash and her husband, Fred, lost more than 10 pounds within six weeks. This didnt happen magically. Or rather, it happened because they had a goal and the rest followed. The Ashs were determined to get into a better, healthier, and one that works with their busy lifestyle.

Thats when they met Vikki LeBeau.

The owner and clinic director of Texas Last Diet in The Woodlands, LeBeau is determined to not only help her clients lose unwanted fat but to also educate them about foods and how eating healthy, the right way, helps in the long run. She wants to explain the science of it all so people have a better understanding.

Most people know more about their vehicles than their bodies, LeBeau said. Thats my goal, is to educate.

Texas Last Diet

Where: 26107 Interstate 45 North, The Woodlands

Phone: 832-791-3438

Website: https://texaslastdiet.com/

LeBeau began her own weight loss journey and tried various companies but she didnt find success.

Desperate to lose the unwanted fat she had, she considered bariatric surgery.

LeBeau had a consultation for her surgery and three weeks before that happened she was introduced to a program called Ideal Protein. Skeptical at first, she gave it one last try before the planned surgery.

The consultant at Ideal Protein sat down with LeBeau and step-by-step went through what she was currently eating and what she needed to do to lose weight. LeBeau started seeing results.

Now, for about five years, LeBeau does the same thing for her clients at Texas Last Diet in The Woodlands area.

Each person is different, and the program may not be for everyone, she said. Thats why I think were so successful is that we teach you how your body works.

She guides her clients through a break down process on what foods they need to eat, how much and how often. Her program allows not only weight loss but also helps clients feel better health-wise.

Its really great just seeing the numbers going down (weight scale), Ash said. Its a whole lot better than me trying to do it by myself.

Ashs husband, Fred, is just as enthusiastic about what LeBeau has done for him.

Im still having a good experience with Vikki. Shes been very informative, very educational, she knows what I'm looking for, Fred said.

Hes not only losing weight but feels better health wise as well.

Im feeling a whole lot better, Im getting my weight down and this is what I want and Im thinking all my numbers, my sugar is going to be in line next time I go see the doctor, he said.

Ash says she really believes in this program because it has been working for her and fits her schedule.

I saw that she (LeBeau) was successful with a lot of other people and I thought if it works for them then itll work for me, Ash said.

What sets us apart is our coaching abilities to teach people whats going on with their body because most wont, LeBeau said.

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Kristin Keadle is all set to change her life as she decides it is time for her to start working out and shed some weight. However, her husband, Rusty Keadle did not seem pleased with the idea. Kristin and Rusty have been married for two-and-a-half years and the two have been meaning to take the next step in their life.

While the two want to have a child together, Kristin's weight was posing as a problem. One of their mutual friends suggested that one way to go about it would be Kristin undergoing bariatric surgery. However, Rusty did not seem happy about the idea. Going against his wishes, Kristin decided to visit a doctor to get a clearer picture of her possibilities of getting pregnant.

The doctor told Kristin that the possibility to have a child increases if she undergoes the surgery. However, she would be approved for the surgery once she loses 30lbs. Kristen knew that she has to start working out and decides to get a personal trainer to get started on her weight goal.

While she was motivated to start something new, Rusty, on the other hand, was not supportive. He revealed that he loved Kristin the way she is and would often encourage her to wear figure-hugging clothes that would allow her curves to be showed off. He further added that he wouldn't mind Kristin putting on some more weight.

While Kristin was not happy to hear this, she was confused about why Rusty was not supporting her while she decided to take a healthier path. Things became hard when Rusty tries to tempt Kristin into eating sweet. She confronts him and states that he just wants to keep her fat and not turn her life around.

Kristin was not happy that despite giving him time to process the idea of having a surgery Rusty was not prepared. Looking at how Kristin reacted, Rusty wondered if she had changed and longed to have the same "fun" Kristin that he was married to. However, she made it clear that she was heading for a change and he had to accept it.

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This protein mimics the benefits of exercise: 3 high-protein foods to eat for weight loss  |  Photo Credit: Getty Images

New Delhi: To lose weight or maintain healthy body weight, you need to eat well follow a regular workout routine. But for the majority of people, finding time to exercise has become a tedious task owing to their hectic lifestyle. However, scientists claimed to have identified a protein that can provide the benefits of exercise without hitting the gym - an advance that could benefit individuals who are too ill or busy to work out.

The research done on flies and mice showed that the creatures who were given the protein, called Sestrin, gained muscle, burned more fat and became fitter without doing any exercise. The researchers believe that the findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, could eventually help combat muscle wasting due to ageing and other causes.

According to Myungjin Kim, a research assistant professor at the University of Michigan in the US, researchers have previously observed that Sestrin accumulates in muscle following exercise. This independent study again highlights that Sestrin alone is sufficient to produce many benefits of physical movement and exercise, said Lee.

The researchers suggested that this protein is made in humans, forcing the body to produce it so that it could help people stayfit without exercising at all. That said, regular exercise has a plethora of health benefits and one should not overestimatephysical activity.It can help you lose weight, reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, improve and overall health and well-being.

Both diet and exercise play a vital role when it comes to losing weight or maintaining weight loss. Research has shown that a diet rich in proteins has many benefits - such as building muscle, feeling fuller after eating, weight loss, etc. Here are some of the best high-protein foods you can eat when trying to shed the pounds.

Beans: Beans can be an excellent food to include in your diet to lose weight. These include lentils, black beans, kidney beans and some others that contain significant amounts of protein and fibre - the two nutrients that have been shown to promote satiety and aid weight loss. Beans are a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in various styles.

Cauliflower: The cruciferous vegetable is naturally high in fibre, protein, B complex vitamins and other essential nutrients that can enhance weight loss, boost digestion and improve health. It is also high in antioxidants and phytonutrients that can help protect against cancer. It is claimed that one cup of chopped cauliflower can provide you with 2 grams of protein and 27 calories.

Eggs: Loaded with proteins and healthful fats, eggs are among the nutritious foods you can add to your diet. Studies suggest that eating eggs can help you feel more full and avoid overeating in your next meals.

You can get protein from many food sources to build muscle or aid your weight loss. Trycreateinga a balanced diet that includes different kinds of foods in proportions so that your body gets the nutrients it needs to function normally.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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Leyton Orient hosted an Obesity Awareness match on Saturday 11 January 2020 as part of National Obesity Awareness Week.

Leyton Orient Trust hosted representatives from Waltham Forest Public Health and colleagues from their healthy lifestyles programmes to celebrate their success and launch two new programmes.

Members from the Man V Fat Football team, Black Jack, took penalties at half time. Black Jack are the winning team from Man V Fat Football Season 9 together losing a total 375KG.

The day also celebrated the launch of two new healthy lifestyles programmes Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered; and FIT OS.

Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered: Are you a father or father-figure who wants to spend quality time, strengthening the bond with your daughter through our physical activity programme? Come and participate in fun physical activity sessions whilst learning how to improve her sports skills, confidence and resilience through our education sessions.

We are looking for fathers / father-figures (step-dad, grandad, uncle, brother) and primary school-aged daughters (5-11) to participate in our FREE 11-week programme. For more information please contact us: http://www.leytonorienttrust.org.uk/dad

FIT OS is a free 12-week health programme for men and women aged 35-65 who are looking to lose weight, get fitter and lead a more active life. You will meet fans just like you, who want to lose weight. Youll go behind the scenes at the home of Leyton Orient Football Club, learn about healthy eating and take part in an exercise programme, but dont worry people often say with FIT FANS they are too busy having fun to realise that they are exercising.

The main aims of the programme are to:

FIT FANS has helped 1000s of people football fans like you to achieve long-term improvements in weight loss, physical activity, diet and general wellbeing.

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Rebel Wilson has continued to show off her weight loss and the hard work of her exercise regime and it seems her fans are pretty impressed.

The 39-year-old took to Instagram with a snap of herself donning a red top paired with shades, while her hair was styled in a half-up, half-down hairstyle.

And fans couldnt help but compliment the actress on her look, after she declared 2020 her year of health.

How did you lose weight? You look amazing, one wrote as another added: You look awesome, youve done amazingly in such a short space of time.

And others agreed, adding: You look gorgeous! Please help me get motivated! I would love to get healthy this year.

You getting slimmer and slimmer. Whats your secret? one fan questioned.

Rebel has been working hard to keep healthy after she enlisted the help of personal trainer Gunnar Peterson last year, and she recently revealed how she aims to cut down on junk food over the next 12 months.

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Sharing a series of photos of herself posing on the beach, she told her Instagram followers: Okay so for me, 2020 is going to be called The Year Of Health.

So I put on the athleisure and went out for a walk, deliberately hydrating on the couch right now and trying to avoid the sugar and junk food which is going to be hard after the holidays Ive just had but Im going to do it!

Reaching out to her fans, Rebel added: Whos with me in making some positive changes this year?

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Okay so for me 2020 is going to be called “The Year of Health” - so I put on the athleisure and went out for a walk, deliberately hydrating on the couch right now and trying to avoid the sugar and junk food which is going to be hard after the holidays I’ve just had but I’m going to do it! Who’s with me in making some positive changes this year?

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The Cats star previously revealed that when she first moved to the US in 2010, she was living on tortilla chips and guacamole as she only had $60 (46) to spend per week.

Speaking on 2Day FMs Grant, Ed and Ash, Rebel explained: When I first moved to the States, I had to sell everything that I owned: my car, my computer, my apartment, everything. And I came with one suitcase, a doona [duvet] and a pillow.

And I actually lived on well I pad for a furnished apartment so I had somewhere to stay, but I lived on $60 a week, which is not much.

Id go to this supermarket called Trader Joes and get corn chips and stuff and I was surviving on corn chips and guacamole.

Tasty, but not exactly healthy.

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Adele may have dubious views on tax, but one thing is for certain: the rest of her resume is nearly flawless. Her first album, some of which she wrote at age 16, went platinum 11 times an achievement surpassed by her second album. She is the only artist in Grammy history to have taken home the three biggest awards in one night, not once but twice. And lets not forget the time she accepted her album of the year award while calling out the establishment for not giving it to Beyonc.

Adele achieved all of these things while being criticized for being too fat. In a blow to health gurus everywhere, she even did it while smoking 25 cigarettes and drinking 10 sugary cups of tea a day. But she has now lost some weight paparazzi pictures taken this week while she was on holiday made it clear and is now celebrated and criticised for it (women cant win, remember?).

How predictable. Instead, may I suggest that Adele should be celebrated for her seemingly healthy relationship to fame. Since becoming famous, she has gone through at least one album-worthy breakup and a divorce. She has had a child, gone through post-partum depression, and has gotten over being a massive drinker. She did so with grace and an insistence on keeping strong boundaries around her private life (she intentionally gives very few interviews).

And yet, she hasnt said too many stupid things in the media (outside her aforementioned tax comments) and appears largely unconcerned with the rumor mill. She has escaped many of the toxicities of fame: she hasnt paid for sex, struggled with hard drugs, or had to take a break from social media.

In short, Adele seems to handle life better than I do when I forget to have breakfast. She has made hundreds, probably thousands of healthy choices in the last few years. So why focus on her weight loss? Arent there ample other things to applaud?

Of course, we shouldnt berate women for weight loss either (or weight gain, for that matter). It is an incredibly personal achievement, and there still is huge pressure for women to be slim. Sometimes weight loss is about health benefits, confidence, ill health or all three. Sometimes, its not even a decision. Any or none of these things may be why Adele lost weight.

But significant weight loss does not come without restriction. Ordinarily, a person has to cut out at least 500 calories a day to lose 1lb a week thats a quarter of a womans daily diet. Some people say that exercising is a healthier way to lose weight, but the average US woman would need to run over 21 miles a week to achieve that calorie deficit.

Sure, applaud the willpower, but lets be clear: there is no miracle diet, no special hypnotherapy or diet pill that achieves weight-loss. There is surgery, but lets not pretend thats pain-free.

Id rather celebrate Adele for other things. Like the way she handles her divorce with humor; tells a crowd of famous actors that shes just at the Golden Globes for a night out; and managed to pen an entire album about an ex without ever publicly dragging his name through the mud. Those things are proof of character her weight, at best, is incidental.

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The air is thick as I sit in the gynecologists dimly lit waiting room. Im anxiously scrolling through Instagram, waiting for my name to be called. Its hard not to be afraid when youre not sure what kind of experience or bedside manner youll be greeted with.

While going to the doctor can be distressing for most people, it can become significantly more harrowing when youre fat. I should know Ive experienced it firsthand.

As I sit face-to-face with my gynecologist, I share the most intimate details of my prolonged menstrual cycle. Rather than talk potential treatments with me, which I was expecting, she stares at me point-blank and asks, Have you tried losing weight?

Weight discrimination is a widespread problem in America, including in healthcare. Many medical professionals some of whom have told the media that obesity is the biggest threat to the health of our nation vilify fat people for their bodies and dismiss their medical histories without considering anything other than weight.

They tell their fat patients to lose weight, to diet, selling them a bill of goods, and because of this, peoples lives have been put on the line.

Although doctors use data every day in their profession, they receive no education in medical school on the topic of weight bias and stigma. In 2018, the American Medical Association Journal of Ethics researched how many first year medical students had negative attitudes about obesity and fat patients. The results? 70 percent of the respondents had a preference for thinner bodies and showcased anti-fat attitudes.

Medical schools devote relatively little attention to the subject of obesity, let alone weight bias, says Rebecca Puhl, PhD, deputy director of the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity at the University of Connecticut, in an interview with the BC Centres for Excellence in Eating Disorders.

This lack of education can turn bias and stigma into harm from physicians or anxieties in patients trying to access care.

Vicky Borgia, MD, of Radiance Medical Group, notes that patients may avoid going to medical appointments because of these anxieties. She acknowledges that weight biases are reinforced all around her: Were living in this society where people come into med school and they have their own biases. But were also taught different biases in school and during training. Its hard to shake.

On November 7, Twitter user @upupdowndown posted about how his 30-year-old Black female coworker had visited the doctor with medical concerns and been told to lose weight. A few days later, she suffered a heart attack.

Doctors not listening to their patients has become a huge problem. It has put the burden on fat patients to advocate for themselves, to ensure that their voices are heard and their health is looked after.

Even though its very uncomfortable to realize that everything that we may have learned in school is wrong, we either need to change our values or we need to change our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, says Whitney Catalano, RDN, host of the Trust Your Body podcast.

As a result, Borgia has taken to practicing from a Health at Every Size (HAES) perspective in her office. Her patients, who wish to remain anonymous, have shared that a body-positive and HAES approach has been different and affirming. One told her It was great to have weight talk avoided and to see someone who wasnt judging my health.

HAES is an alternative approach to the public health perspective on weight- and size-based issues. According to this philosophy, people of all sizes deserve respect and good health, and size does not determine health. It asks those medical professionals or anyone, for that matter to act as weight-neutral as possible.

However, HAES can be difficult for medical providers to get on board with.

The reason why doctors and health professionals, in general, have such a hard time coming to Health at Every Size is that they may have to confront the fact that they have potentially caused harm by recommending weight loss to fat patients, says Catalano. For health providers, thats really unsettling and really uncomfortable. No one wants to admit that theyve caused harm or perpetuated weight stigma.

But stories like the one shared on Twitter are not uncommon. Linda Dianne, a creative executive from Los Angeles, California, remembers hers vividly.

Dianne recalls a stomach issue she contracted while living in Central America for 3 years, explaining that the pain was so bad it rendered her unable to walk or talk. When she finally worked up the courage to get to the emergency room, the very first thing the doctor told her was that she needed to lose weight.

At this point, Dianne says, I had just come back from Central America and was maybe 80 pounds lighter than Ive ever been in my life. Was I still a large person? Yes. But this was unusual for me and my body, and I knew something was up.

It took nearly 15 more doctor visits until someone finally decided to take her seriously and sent her for a colonoscopy. Maybe they dont give a shit about my personal history or, you know, anything else for that matter, Dianne says.

When doctors focus on weight loss or other health behaviors, it puts the burden on the individual. Doctors are often incentivized for procedures and incentivized to prescribe medicine, says Borgia. Were incentivized to see as many people as possible in a day so its all challenging.

Thats one of the small reasons Borgia decided to open her own practice, as she wanted to feel more connected to patients, giving them more time to speak and providing them with a safe, comfortable experience that put the patient first.

You dont have to look too far. There are two websites listing medical professionals across North America and the world: Find A HAES® Expert and the Health at Every Size community registry. But its not as easy as scrolling through a list.

Jude Valentine, the Latinx content creator of Mermaid Queen Jude, explains that, for them, choosing a medical provider is a matter of who will accept their Medicaid.

I dont really get to be picky Its a whole battle of who will take my insurance, who is gonna make you pay money, and really just bracing myself when Im going in to see a provider.

And Valentines hesitation is valid. There is a certain amount of privilege that you need to have in order to even just navigate our healthcare system, says Catalano.

Society has by and large deemed fat folks unacceptable and cast us aside. In 2013, bioethicist Daniel Callahan argued for more social pressure against fat people. Researchers have also found that healthcare avoidance for fat folks is correlated with weight stigma, along with increased body shame and rising healthcare stress.

The entire weight loss industry which, TIME Magazine reports, is worth $66.3 billion is built on fear and stigma. It sells everything from diet pills to meal plans to fancy gym memberships, and for what? We now know that BMI is not a perfect assessment of health and that being overweight spoiler alert doesnt guarantee being unhealthy in any way.

The good news is that some doctors are finding a way to treat patients either from a HAES approach or with a relationship of dignity and respect. To find these doctors, the internet is usually the first place to turn.

Borgia suggests being up front and asking questions, via e-mail or on the phone, about body diversity specifically the doctors policies on being weighed and what type of patient advocacy they provide. But the most important question?

Ask if they have practiced from a Health at Every Size perspective, and if they say, I dont even know what youre talking about, you probably dont want to proceed with them.

Catalano agrees with trying to speak with your doctor ahead of time as well as providing resources for your first appointment on how they can or would provide weight-neutral care.

One of the big problems with fatphobia in medical institutions and in doctors offices is that it does create a high degree of stress for the patient. When people go into doctors, the communication is really low, and often patients dont feel comfortable with their doctors thats a problem. It means that patients are not being forthcoming and that doctors are not being able to provide care.

Every single day, fat people are subjected to fatphobia and weight stigma. But no matter the size of our bodies, we are worthy of basic human decency and medical care. This issue is complex, but it shouldnt be up to fat people to fight negative stereotypes.

Oddly enough, social media has been a big platform for fighting stigma and educating against weight bias.

Even though we all have a love/hate relationship with social media, it can be so helpful, says Borgia. She believes joining groups and reading their experiences can help you gauge whether a medical professional might be a good fit for you.

As for me, I wouldnt have learned about the fat-positive doctors in my city, or the boundaries to set with future medical professionals, if it werent for the many fat-positive Facebook groups or the body-positive Instagram accounts I now follow.

Although Ive always thought I could advocate for myself in these situations, I realized there was still so much for me to learn.

Being able to share candidly with other plus-size individuals about the problematic and anxiety-inducing situations in the medical industry was empowering. It gave me the courage to stop being so afraid to access the care I need and to fight for others to be able to access quality care as well.

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Ama Scriver is a freelance journalist best known for being fat, loud, and shouty on the internet. You can follow her on Instagram.

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