April 3, 2025 — This is not to be missed. The Your Weight Matters National Convention, hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), stands as a beacon for individuals seeking community and insight from the best science-based information on weight and health. Scheduled for July 24-26, 2025, in Washington, DC, this year’s convention is particularly momentous, marking OAC’s 20th […]
August 14, 2022 — Last week, when Bill Maher aired a rant about people living with obesity, he put a spotlight his own arrogant beliefs about people living with obesity. We have “gone from fat acceptance to fat celebration,” he said. Somehow, he believes that “to view yourself letting go as a point of pride” is the norm for […]
August 22, 2019 — My struggles with weight and health began when I was 3, after my parents got married and my mom got a promotion. Her job became more stressful, home-cooked meals became rare, and healthy living wasn’t a priority. My mom, my dad, and I all began to put on weight. We tried cooking at home more […]
