The hottest Weight-neutral care Substack posts right now

To find a weight-neutral healthcare provider, look for terms like weight-neutral, weight-inclusive, anti-diet, and Health at Every Size(tm).
Utilize lists of vetted providers from organizations like ASDAH, Mary Lambert, Christy Harrison, and Jen McLellan.
You can also ask in fat-positive groups for referrals, call ahead to inquire about weight-neutral care, or discuss your preferences with your current provider.

Leslie Jordan Garcia is a body liberation coach with a background in community health and certifications in eating disorder recovery.
She learned about weight neutral and body affirming care through personal experience transitioning to plus size and followed HAES principles.
In her work, Leslie focuses on movement, pleasure, and embracing diverse identities, emphasizing that health is about more than just physical appearance.

Weight-neutral care is gaining support among healthcare experts and studies show its effectiveness in improving health outcomes regardless of BMI.
There are significant issues with traditional weight-loss and dieting interventions, as research suggests high long-term failure rates and minimal health benefits.
Additional resources are available to combat weight stigma and healthcare inequalities based on BMI, supporting a more inclusive and holistic approach to health.

Dr. Gregory Dodell focuses on weight-neutral care, treating patients based on behaviors rather than weight.
He learned about weight-neutral care from his wife, Alexis Conason, and practices with a focus on behaviors and lifestyle changes.
Patients can be healthy at any size, and healthcare providers should avoid weight stigma and focus on health-promoting behaviors.

Osteoarthritis is a complex condition with multiple risk factors beyond just body size.
Weight stigma can impact healthcare for fat individuals with joint pain.
Weight-cycling from yo-yo dieting may increase inflammation and risk of osteoarthritis in fat individuals.

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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.