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‘Fat stigma’ goes global

‘Fat stigma’ goes global

"No fat chicks" is no longer the domain of Fark and Tucker Max types- it appears ill-will toward the obese is spreading globally at a rapid pace, according to a recent study. The study, lead by Dr. Alexandra Brewis ... continue
Study: 1 in 4 overweight women ‘in denial’ about size

Study: 1 in 4 overweight women ‘in denial’ about size

According to a new study, overweight women aren't nearly self-critical enough when it comes to relative perception of their size. The study polled around 2,000 women- only women- to discern if there was a disconnect between perceived size ... continue
Study: chubby dudes more awesome in bed

Study: chubby dudes more awesome in bed

Don't put down the beer and Baconator, guys, if you want to be better at shagging. The results of a year-long study at a Turkish university are in, and it appears that stockier men far outperform their more ... continue
Who knew? Junk in the trunk linked to longevity

Who knew? Junk in the trunk linked to longevity

Red beans and rice didn't miss you? That might not be such a bad thing. A Canadian study recently indicated that people who carry "a few extra pounds" live longer than both their average and obese counterparts. According to ... continue