The focus on weight and physique to define health, fitness and wellbeing is hiding deadly outcomes in plain sight.
Restriction
Over-exercise
Punishing the body in search of...what? Approval? Glory?
As a pediatrician specializing in family relationships with food, body and self - I'm actively changing the conversation to understand what's going on behind the scenes.
What can you do? Slow the f down. Check assumptions and associations that have been practiced in our culture (hello, "skinny = good, muscular = healthy").
Get curious.
And connect yourself with resources and community to change this toxic culture for you, your family and community.
Learn more: Dr Wendy | Family in Focus®
www.WendySchoferMD.com
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