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Halloween "fat costumes" are stigmatizing. This is one way you can speak out about them

October 11, 2019 • Posted in Blog • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Stigma in Halloween “Fat Costumes” and How You Can Fight it

Many major retailers are currently selling Halloween “fat costumes.” These costumes are stigmatizing and hurtful. This is what you can do about the issue.

October 10, 2019 • Posted in Blog, Weight-loss Options • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Are Weight-loss Medications an Option? Should You Take Them?

Are you wondering if weight-loss medications are for you? See what they are used for, who qualifies to take them and what risks you should consider.

Understand the link between weight and body dysmorphia

October 9, 2019 • Posted in Blog • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Weight

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is centered around one’s perceived physical flaws and can overtake someone’s life. See how it can be connected to weight.

When you learn to see food as fuel, making healthier food choices becomes less like a punishment.

October 8, 2019 • Posted in Blog, Nutrition • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Re-thinking Nutrition: Learning to See Food as Fuel

When you start to see food as fuel, you will get better at making the healthy choice the easy choice. Look deeper into the effects of food on your body.

how do you stay motivated when the weight-loss honeymoon fades away?

October 4, 2019 • Posted in Blog, Motivation • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Beyond the Weight-loss Honeymoon: Staying on Top of Your Game

The weight-loss honeymoon may be exciting as you start seeing results. But it does end, so when the momentum fades, use these tips to stay on-track.

Know your risk during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 3, 2019 • Posted in Blog • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Does Your Weight Put You at Risk for Breast Cancer?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that excess weight and breast cancer are linked? Learn more and see what factors are in your control.

Having more willpower isn't necessarily the key to weight-loss

October 2, 2019 • Posted in Blog • By Your Weight Matters Campaign

Why Relying on Willpower for Weight-loss Can be Overrated

Most of us have been told that if we just have more willpower, we’ll lose weight and gain health. Discover why willpower may NOT be the magical solution.