
Dr. Kelsey Ioannoni
Critical health sociologist and fat studies scholar, studying weight-based politics and discrimination.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 24min
The problems with linking weight and health
Dr. Kelsey Ioannoni, a critical health sociologist and fat studies scholar, dives into the complexities of weight and health. She challenges the conventional Body Mass Index (BMI), discussing its historical shortcomings and the rise of the Body Roundness Index (BRI). The conversation highlights the biases plus-sized individuals face in Canadian healthcare, emphasizing the need for respectful, holistic care. With personal stories, Ioannoni calls for a shift in how we view health, advocating for understanding beyond mere numbers.