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Weight stigma and the perception of being 'too fat' drive dieting behavior, which in turn leads to obesity, regardless of actual BMI.

Recognize that feeling 'too fat' is often a result of social stigma, not health risk. This perception drives dieting, which the paper identifies as a primary cause of obesity. Addressing the stigma and stopping the dieting cycle is key to weight stability.

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Weight stigma, the perception of being fat, lack of understanding of normal growth and development, and increased concern about obesity... have reinforced each other to promote dieting.
Ann E. Macpherson-Sánchez · American Journal of Public Health · 2015

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Supported by multiple longitudinal studies and cross-sectional analyses cited in the paper.

Source

Integrating Fundamental Concepts of Obesity and Eating Disorders: Implications for the Obesity Epidemic

Ann E. Macpherson-Sánchez · American Journal of Public Health · 2015

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