Being able to access hope, meaning, and feeling alive through sexual or other creative expression, even in the darkest moments of human experience, is a way to experience resistance, determination, and connection. All people deserve this, regardless of weight, shape, or size. 

Shifting our approach to food and nutrition from weight-centric to one focused on autonomy, respect, equity and social determinants of health aligns with public health values and improves our effectiveness in bettering the overall well-being of our communities and their members.

If you are new to body liberation or weight-inclusive health topics, you may be wondering how to get started in your own work to reduce weight stigma and its harm. As we often hear in activist spaces these days, the most important thing is that we “do something.” 

The racist origin story of the Body Mass Index (BMI) has been well-documented, and its current use continues to perpetuate stereotypes and misinformation. Here are some better options.