Science Vs

Weight: Is Fat Unhealthy?

Science Vs ›

32:06 | Sep 16th, 2021

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We’re hearing nonstop chatter about the “quarantine 15.” But should we really care if we put on weight? Is fat bad for us? We talk to Prof. Henry Blackburn, Assoc. Prof. Laura den Hartigh, and Assoc. ...Show More


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moot recommended:Oct 9th, 2021

Interesting episode on anti-fat bias and our societal obsession with “health”. I would say this is a great starting point for those looking to debunk fat myths. Health is a construct that is inherently multidimensional. However, I’m critical of the studies’ methods and agree that the BMI is not enti...Show More

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mmOct 9th, 2021

@mo-to the last phrase! 😁

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mm recommended:Sep 23rd, 2021

Super interesting episode about body fat, the flaws of BMI UNDERestimating body fat, and why far could be good for you. Also — how science also use words like “pear shaped” and “apple shaped” to describe bodies.

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bigfoot_skeptic recommended:Sep 20th, 2021

I thought this episode was:

💡 Educational
🕵️‍ Well-researched
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