The hottest Body positivity Substack posts right now

Jaw locking weight loss devices are inhumane and unethical, regardless of their effectiveness in achieving long-term weight loss.
Research shows that weight loss surgeries and extreme diets do not lead to sustained weight loss for most people.
Weight stigma in healthcare can lead to harmful interventions and perpetuate inequalities in healthcare access.

Fatness is not solely about a 'calories in, calories out' equation, debunking this myth is important for supporting the rights and dignity of fat individuals.
The prevalence of obesity has increased dramatically over the years, but factors like weight stigma, weight cycling, and intentional weight loss attempts are often overlooked in discussions about obesity and health.
Relying on a weight-normative approach and pushing for eradicating fat individuals can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and may not necessarily lead to improved health outcomes for people of all body sizes.

Mikey Mercedes blends academic scholarship, personal narrative, and fat politics to critique healthcare and public health for fatphobia and anti-Blackness.
The importance of promoting weight-inclusive public health and the need for a paradigm shift to accommodate fat individuals is highlighted.
Healthcare professionals need to acknowledge their lack of education in treating fat patients and seek knowledge and expertise from fat individuals to provide better care.

Patients have the right to refuse weigh-ins at the doctor's office if they are not medically necessary.
Calling ahead to let the healthcare provider know about your preference to not be weighed can be helpful.
Having someone accompany you to the appointment can provide support and help advocate for you in situations of weight stigma.

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Health is a complex concept with many factors beyond our control, individual to each person.
Health is not something anyone owes others, and judgments based on health status are inappropriate.
Health is multifaceted and not entirely within our control; no behaviors guarantee specific health outcomes.

Size acceptance and weight-neutral healthcare have separate but sometimes overlapping goals.
Size acceptance is about the right of fat people to live without shame or stigma.
Weight-neutral healthcare focuses on supporting overall health without emphasis on body size.

Dr. Lesley Williams advocates for creating safe spaces in healthcare where everyone feels valued, regardless of size.
Learning about weight-neutral care and body affirmation concepts can revolutionize healthcare approaches, moving away from solely focusing on weight.
Shifting the healthcare focus from weight-centric to inclusive can lead to better health outcomes by ensuring people feel included and supported in healthcare settings.

Laetitia is passionate about sports and dedicated to creating a clothing line for women involved in contact sports, addressing issues like clothing choices and body morphology.
She emphasizes the importance of accepting others and being accepted in return, highlighting the impact of family support on personal growth.
Laetitia's journey in entrepreneurship with her friend emphasizes resilience, clear communication, and a proactive feminist approach within their business.