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HAES RDs & Doctors on Weight Stigma Research-HuffPost

Story: “Before Considering Someone's Weight To Be 'The Problem,' Consider This Research” Publication: HuffPost Sources needed: HAES RDs and doctors Background: Some research points to people with higher weights being more likely to have health issues, such as high blood pressure. However, what that doesn't take into consideration is the impact of weight stigma, especially in medical settings. Research has found that weight stigma is a risk factor for increased blood sugar, inflammation, high blood pressure, and more, likely because of the stress it causes. Research also shows that people in larger bodies often get lesser healthcare, and are discriminated against in the workplace, which could contribute to the development of medical and accessibility concerns. Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, August 19, EOD Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Please explain how weight and health aren’t directly correlated. (Other factors can affect health and weight, correlation doesn’t mean causation, the social determinants of health, etc.) - What are the health impacts of weight stigma? - How does the HAES movement play into this? What does it tell us? - With this in mind, what do we need to do as a society for ourselves and others on a micro and macro scale? Guideline: Please let Ashley know if you can help & who the expert/source is. Once given the green light, answer the questions by the listed deadline. If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! NEW: Make sure the name/your client’s name is spelled correctly. Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please!

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