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World Obesity Day 2025: The Truth About Fat Stigma and Shaming As a doctor specialising in menopause and obesity, I've seen firsthand how fat stigma and fat shaming do more harm than good. With today marking World Obesity Day 2025 , it's the perfect moment to have a frank conversation about these issues, focusing on the UK. Let's get into the numbers, the nonsense, and what we can do to fix it. The UK's Expanding Waistline: A Look at the Numbers Let's start with some home truths about the UK's obesity crisis and where we're headed. Brace yourselves—it’s not a pretty picture: Currently, 28% of adults in England are obese, with an additional 36% overweight —nearly two-thirds of the population carrying excess weight. Among children, 22% of Year 6 children (ages 10-11) are obese, with another 14% overweight . Projected Figures for 2050 By 2050, a staggering 77% of adults in Great Britain and Northern Ireland are projected to be overweight or obese. For adults...

The 40s – Midlife Crisis or Midlife Awakening? You Decide! Welcome to your 40s, where you're either contemplating a flashy sports car purchase or realising that kale might actually be your new best mate! It's time to double down on those healthy habits—your future self will be chuffed to bits! What To Focus On:   Cardiovascular Health: Your ticker's been pumping away for four decades now—time to show it some proper love! Regular exercise isn't just about looking fit in your skinny jeans anymore; it's about keeping your heart in tip-top form! Interesting fact:   Regular physical activity can reduce your risk of heart and circulatory diseases by up to 35%.   Bone And Muscle Strength: Your body's starting to whisper about aches and pains; strength training isn't just for bodybuilders - it's your secret weapon against age-related muscle loss and osteoporosis!   Interesting fact:     Studies show that strength training exercises can increase bone density by...