Fatphobic

Fatphobia refers to the negative attitudes towards obese people, often manifesting as discrimination, bias, and negative attitudes towards individuals with larger body sizes. This societal bias has significant implications for weight loss and is increasingly being discussed on social media platforms. The exposure of fatphobic attitudes on social media can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and body shaming, impacting individuals’ mental health and self-esteem, and potentially discouraging healthy behaviours. Conversely, social media also serves as a battleground against fatphobia, with many advocates promoting body positivity, challenging societal norms around body image, and advocating for the acceptance of diverse body types. This duality highlights the complex relationship between fatphobia, weight loss, and social media, where platforms can simultaneously contribute to the problem and offer a space for community support, awareness, and the promotion of a more inclusive understanding of health and fitness.