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Teaching Your Children About Body Image

Large Size Living — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:11:29 +0000

For the most part, we do not grow up already knowing how to respond to people with a different body than our own. True, there are some children who are more sensitive than others, and these may never say anything to offend someone regarding their body differences. That said, the majority of children speak without considering the way it might make someone feel, which is perfectly normal for that developmental stage, and … Read More

Easy Weight Loss Tips For Plus Size Bodies

Large Size Living — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:45:57 +0000

With thousands of “tips and tricks” out there, some that work and some that do not, it can be hard to narrow down the choices when it comes to losing weight. The first choice that you are often faced with is what to eat, and how often to eat it. Choosing the right foods for weight loss are challenging, since many different diets tell you what to eat and what to avoid, … Read More

Obesity Explained

Large Size Living — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 14:28:36 +0000

What constitutes being plus size, overweight or obese? We wanted to give you a basic understanding of this so you can make informed decisions about diet, health and overall well-being. The general idea about being overweight is that, medically you are heavier of what is considered your ideal weight. There are a series of credible site that provide you with your height and weight measurements and the “ideal” weight. This is generally referred to … Read More

Overweight Health Risks: Checkups Are Key

Large Size Living — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:55:43 +0000

If you are an overweight man, woman, or teenager, then chances are good that you already know that being overweight can lead to a variety of health problems, some more potentially life-altering than others. While you may know some of the most serious, such as high blood pressure, heart problems, or diabetes, you may not know that some health problems could be contributing to weight gain or problems with weight loss. Here … Read More

Plus Size: The New Norm

Large Size Living — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:15:13 +0000

We have all seen the popular television shows and movies recently, depicting thin men and women falling love, having adventures, solving crimes, and generally living life to its fullest. However, the new norms in overall average weight seem to be rising quickly, as evidenced by any trip to a mall, church, sporting event, or grocery store can attest. For instance, take a few minutes to sit on a park bench and watch … Read More