I don’t disagree that free agency has a lot to play in obesity in the same way it does in those that are under weight too. I find it interesting the one is seen as a result of mental illness and the other not, even though both are unhealthy situations ( social bais I feel has a lot to do with this). In all fairness they are both very much linked to psychological reasons, that can be painful and difficult to address. It can take a lot of courage to voice those reasons and admit to needing help and even then it can take a long time to fully address and be able to work through those steps. I also believe they are also starting to recognise food addiction, may not be drug or alcohol but can be just as harmful. In addition there are situations where medical reasons come into play birth control pills, antidepressants and even thyroid medication can cause weight gain for individuals. In addition there are times when buying a pound ready meal is easier and cheaper than trying to make a meal ( not my words but recent conversation I had with a service user in work). Even rugby players going by a bmi reading are overweight, so maybe the markers are wrong and need readdressing. I agree that free agency has a role to play in choosing not to engage in certain foods, but I feel that the concern is not as simple as you would make it out to be.
I agree with you, these topics are complex and complicated and rarely is there one solution that fits everyone. But I do believe that the root of every solution is to always to accept personal accountability and responsibility. Blaming, even our medication, is a way to circumvent the problems or absolve us. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I don’t disagree that free agency has a lot to play in obesity in the same way it does in those that are under weight too. I find it interesting the one is seen as a result of mental illness and the other not, even though both are unhealthy situations ( social bais I feel has a lot to do with this). In all fairness they are both very much linked to psychological reasons, that can be painful and difficult to address. It can take a lot of courage to voice those reasons and admit to needing help and even then it can take a long time to fully address and be able to work through those steps. I also believe they are also starting to recognise food addiction, may not be drug or alcohol but can be just as harmful. In addition there are situations where medical reasons come into play birth control pills, antidepressants and even thyroid medication can cause weight gain for individuals. In addition there are times when buying a pound ready meal is easier and cheaper than trying to make a meal ( not my words but recent conversation I had with a service user in work). Even rugby players going by a bmi reading are overweight, so maybe the markers are wrong and need readdressing. I agree that free agency has a role to play in choosing not to engage in certain foods, but I feel that the concern is not as simple as you would make it out to be.
I agree with you, these topics are complex and complicated and rarely is there one solution that fits everyone. But I do believe that the root of every solution is to always to accept personal accountability and responsibility. Blaming, even our medication, is a way to circumvent the problems or absolve us. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!