How BMI Numbers Can Affect Body Image – And What to Do About It
A BMI result looks objective: one number, one category, and apparently one clear message about your body. Yet seeing “underweight,” “healthy weight,” “overweight,” or “obesity” can create a surprisingly emotional reaction. Some people feel relieved. Others feel embarrassed, judged, or suddenly dissatisfied with a body they felt comfortable with minutes earlier. A number intended for … Read more