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Lauren Butler, Assistant Professor of Nutrition, Texas State University

What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma

People living in larger bodies face constant discrimination and negative messages about their body weight. smartboy10/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty Images

Weight-inclusive health care means a focus on better health with no weight loss required.

This includes practices such as eating for overall well-being rather than for the number of calories. It may also include prioritizing activities to reduce stress, avoiding smoking, drinking less alcohol and striving to be physically active in enjoyable ways.

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