Foods and Thoughts

there are two ways fat bodies are usually portrayed in Hollywood: as something to be shed in the process of becoming something better, or as a punchline.

Protein is a popular macronutrient, but are you getting enough?

A great article on a VERY complex issue. From it, I have summarized some of my thoughts: 1. It's important to find ways to reduce weight bias in our society and in health care. 2. Not all individuals who are big are unhealthy, the same goes for smaller individuals.... 3. Not all individuals who are big are healthy, the same goes for smaller individuals. 4. Aggressive blind opinions don't help any movement mover forward. 5. Though it's important to share the pros and cons of weight loss with our patients, it's ultimately our job to respect the desires and decisions of our patients so long as they are informed. 6. It's my opinion that we are not successfully communicating the cons, nor managing expectations of patients with regards to weight loss at this present time. Do you have thoughts?

In this video, I explore the pros and cons of calorie counting. What are your opinions on calorie counts? Do they help you make healthier choices or do they add to stress and worry? Maybe it's too much work for your liking to track? ... I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

This is all too true.