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Redesigning Wellness Podcast

197: Fighting Back Against Fatphobia with Ragen Chastain, Speaker, Writer, and Consultant

Jun 24, 2020
Guest Ragen Chastain, internationally recognized speaker and writer, discusses body image, debunking obesity myths, and advocating for health at every size. She explores the challenges faced by fat individuals in healthcare and emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself. The podcast also addresses the importance of inclusive wellness in corporate settings and encourages questioning harmful practices.
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Quick takeaways

  • Health at every size promotes body acceptance and focusing on health-promoting behaviors instead of weight manipulation.
  • Weight cycling caused by dieting may contribute to negative health outcomes, challenging the link between obesity and poor health.

Deep dives

The importance of body acceptance and size diversity

The health at every size approach promotes body acceptance and emphasizes that health is not solely determined by body size. It encourages focusing on health-promoting behaviors rather than weight manipulation.

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