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Feb 2025
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Recap: The misunderstood function of fat...

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Today we’re discussing fat. It’s a word that carries a lot of weight. It’s a source of social judgment, a driver of insecurities and a tool exploited by companies in targeted marketing campaigns. It’s no surprise that a recent study found over 40% of people in the US have experienced some form of ‘fat-shaming’. But do we really understand fat? What it does, ... Show More
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