Obesity Stories EP 6: Meet Cindy

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Overcoming Weight Bias: Cindy’s Journey to Self-Acceptance and Understanding Obesity

In this episode of Stories of Obesity, I’m joined by Cindy, who bravely shares her lifelong journey with obesity, starting when she was just 5 years old. Cindy’s story is one that many of us can relate to—facing criticism about her weight and food choices throughout her childhood and beyond. Though she went on to have a successful career, the shame and blame surrounding her weight followed her for many years.

Now, at 67, Cindy has found empowerment through understanding that obesity is a chronic, multifactorial disease. One of the most powerful moments in her journey was realizing that internalized weight bias had shaped much of her life, and that her weight struggles were not her fault. Cindy’s story is a powerful reminder that overcoming weight bias can be transformative, and it’s a message I’m honored to share with you all.

I hope Cindy’s story resonates with you and brings awareness and inspiration to anyone navigating the complexities of obesity.

Welcome to “Obesity Stories with Dr. Dan,” where we meet and learn from incredible individuals who are overcoming obesity and achieving remarkable weight loss. In each episode, we dive deep into the personal journeys of everyday people, exploring their unique challenges, victories, and transformations. 

My guests share their struggles with mental health, lifestyle changes, medical treatments, and the daily battle against a chronic disease often misunderstood. These stories are not just about losing weight; they’re about reclaiming health, embracing self-love, and inspiring others along the way. 

Join us as we shed light on the realities of obesity, breaking down myths and highlighting that it’s more than just eating less and moving more—it’s about resilience, support, and holistic well-being.

Thanks for watching and always remember: small tweaks lead to massive peaks! 

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Watch my previous videos to learn how to fight obesity and about the best medicine for weight loss: 
▪️ Watch This Before Taking Mounjaro  
▪️ From Ozempic to Mounjaro 
▪️ Muscle Loss with Ozempic, Wegovy & Mounjaro 
▪️ Managing Nausea from Ozempic, Wegovy and Trulicity!  
▪️ Ozempic: Stomach Paralysis Update  
▪️ How to Switch from Ozempic (or Wegovy) to Mounjaro  
▪️ Ozempic Paralyzed My Stomach 
▪️ How to Inject Mounjaro: step-by-step tutorial

Live in Alberta? Come see me at my Pharmacist-led Obesity Clinic at Apothecare Pharmacy – http://apothecarerx.ca 

Products I recommend to support your weight-loss journey: 
▪️ Managing Constipation 
▪️ Managing Diarrhea 
▪️ Managing Heartburn 
▪️ Internalized Weight Bias 
▪️ Protein Bars
▪️ Scales and More 
▪️ Supplements 
▪️ Activity Trackers  
▪️ My favorite Books 

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