Attitudes toward obesity have varied widely both across and within cultures at
various historical times. There is evidence that this cultural variation is giving way
to an increasing "weight stigma," even in cultures around the globe that have
previously had positive values attached to larger body size. Is the spread of
negative views of people who are overweight or obese a good thing or a bad
thing for these cultures? Explain your answer from both a physical health and
also a psychological health perspective.

Respuesta :

Obesity has negative health consequences (both psychological and physiological). It is therefore important for people to inform those who care to know about these negative effects and how they can be avoided or reduced.

What is the negative impact of Obesity on Physiology?

Obesity has the following negative consequences:

  • Low physical energy
  • High risk of heart diseases
  • High risk of diabetes.

What is the negative impact of Obesity on Psychology?

One key side effect of obesity on the psyche of those who have it is the low self-esteem that grapples with. This is because, in some places, people with obesity are body-shamed.

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