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glutton intolerance
It is an interesting thesis that we should be much more tolerant of the obese. Somehow I don't think that is going to happen in our lifetimes.
Posted to Science by david wayne osedach on October 6, 2009
Re: being fat is not the just LOOKS
Actually, if you read Kolata's book (noted NYT health writer-- hardly a lightweight, and the book is meticulously researched), you'll find that there aren't really very many formerly overweight people...I think the current statistics are that 95% of people will regain the weight within 5 years. Sure, they're happy while it lasts, but will it ...
Posted to Dear Prudence by peebee on October 24, 2007
Re: being fat is not the just LOOKS
I recently read Gina Kolata's book ''Rethinking Thin,'' and that, coupled with my own life experience, has led me to the following conclusion. I understand it may be controversial, but I'm having difficulty seeing why the logic doesn't hold up. Being fat is very similar to, if not pretty much the same as, being gay. However, our society has ...
Posted to Dear Prudence by peebee on October 24, 2007