fat shaming

Inexpensive weight-loss drugs may help adults who badly need them. But what will they do to children still growing into their bodies and habits?

Kannada actor Prashanth Gowda candidly shared his struggles with trolling and body shaming, revealing how such negativity deeply affected him. He discussed how he encouraged his fiancée, Krithi Gowda, to ignore online criticism and focus on their relationship, emphasizing self-acceptance and moving forward with a smile.

Report cards offer a glimpse, but emotional intelligence truly shapes a child's future. Beyond academics, it fosters resilience, strong relationships, and adaptability. Nurturing this crucial skill through example and understanding prepares children for life's inevitable challenges and rewards, making them capable and kind individuals.

A Somerset chef, Jamie Brooks, lost an astonishing 130 kg in a year after his friend sent him harsh daily messages for six weeks. Initially struggling with unhealthy habits, Brooks was motivated by the unconventional approach to join a diet plan, leading to a life-changing transformation and improved health.

Discrimination at the doctor's office based on size can take a toll on a patient's physical health and mental well-being, a study has found.

Hollywood stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni failed to reach a settlement in their ongoing legal dispute. Court-directed discussions in New York on Monday concluded without an agreement, pushing the case closer to a trial. This follows a judge's earlier dismissal of several of Lively's claims, including sexual harassment allegations.

A fitness instructor from Essex believes that fat-shaming is a good way to “encourage” obese people to lose weight. No, we are not kidding.

Fat shamed since she was a child, her acting stint instilled confidence and now, the Kannada TV actress imparts plus size awareness

Taunts from peers and parents can shatter a child’s confidence. We need to choose our words wisely, say experts

A Quora user, Shubhansh Tharani, has claimed to have lost around 40 kilos in a year. As per the details shared by Tharani, he was an obese boy until 2016, had confidence issues, and used to skip school and coaching classes frequently.

Police inspector Daulat Ram Jogawat weighs around 180kg. The officer has been a victim of social media banter for three years. He claims he became fat when his gall bladder was removed in 1993.

My husband keeps calling me fat and casually calls me names like pig, elephant. He makes fun of my body even in the presence of our friends and extended family. We got married three years ago and last year we turned parents. I am 5’5 and I gained weight after our baby and he has been forcing me to lose weight immediately.

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We are majorly an image-based society today, and with social media ruling lives, there indeed is a lot of pressure to look good and have that elusive perfect body image.

Megha Sharma shares how she has been fat-shamed many times when she went for auditions.

ZEROBASEONE is currently embroiled in controversy following allegations of fat-shaming directed towards member Zhang Hao. During an online segment, Ricky's comment about Zhang Hao's weight, coupled with the laughter of other members, sparked outrage among fans. Online users expressed their disappointment and concern, accusing the group of repeatedly targeting Zhang Hao with disrespectful remarks.

A 28-year-old man allegedly stabbed his younger brother to death with a pair of scissors for fat-shaming him in northeast Delhi’s Nand Nagri on Friday. He later tried to pass it off as an accident, claiming that the scissors had fallen on his brother’s chest and pierced it.

In a long Instagram post, Sakshi Agarwal opens up about her weight loss journey and how she was fat shamed when she was young

Anjali Anand embraces who she is and proudly owns her body. When a troll called her “fat” online, she clapped back with, “I know I am fat. Same way you know you are bald,” and shared the exchange on Instagram.

A study claims that the concept of fat-shaming doesn’t work. On the contrary, it says, the practice is harmful. Here’s why...

BLACKPINK’s Jennie faced malicious, body-shaming comments on July 4 for weight gain and health neglect after the Chanel event in a see-through top and lace shorts. Hurtful remarks targeted her fuller facial features. Despite online negativity, supporters defended her stunning appearance, fashion sense, beauty, and talent.

Harbhajan Singh criticized Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed for fat-shaming Rohit Sharma and questioning his leadership after India’s win over New Zealand. Harbhajan defended Rohit, calling the remarks “unfortunate” and emphasizing his contributions to Indian cricket. Despite the controversy, Rohit and Team India beat New Zealand to secure a semifinal spot against Australia.

Creating a safe space on troll-prone Twitter, and using traditional embroidery as art for change, here’s how youth across the country are smashing body shaming...

Raveena Tandon has spoken out about body-shaming faced by actresses. She defended Aishwarya Rai after her daughter's birth, recalling similar criticism she herself endured. Tandon highlighted media insensitivity and double standards. Richa Chadha also previously supported Rai against online trolls. The incidents underscore the pressures faced by women in the public eye.

Alaya F discussed facing body-shaming for being skinny and fat at different stages, emphasizing the never-ending culture of body-shaming.

Akshaya Naik, popularly known as Ananya from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, who acts effortlessly on-screen, recently wrote a lengthy post on social media to slam to body-shamers

Tanvi Thakkar shares how fat-shaming is not cool and people should exercise caution before making comments on anyone's weight.