Being overweight doesn’t always mean being unhealthy

My older sister, Danielle, is my best friend. She always has been, and I anticipate she always will be, assuming one of us doesn’t piss the other off beyond hope of reconciliation. A lot of people have voiced to us how different we are, and we are inclined to agree. Danielle is more reserved and … More Being overweight doesn’t always mean being unhealthy

Stop making someone else’s weight your business

I’m willing to bet that a lot of us are seeing or hearing about Adele’s weight loss as of late. After posting an image to her Instagram account to celebrate her 30th birthday, there was a social media frenzy regarding the singers appearance in the photo. Her photo prompted an outpouring of comments, posts and … More Stop making someone else’s weight your business

Overweight people and the healthcare system: an injustice

The healthcare system is something many of us tremendously depend upon. We see doctors when we’re unwell, or unsure about a condition or a diagnosis, and we put significant faith in physicians when it comes to our overall wellbeing. Unfortunately, the same experience cannot be said for many overweight people, based on several conversations I’ve … More Overweight people and the healthcare system: an injustice