Technical report : From weight to well-being : time for a shift in paradigms?

As the prevalence of obesity in the population has risen, so too have concerns about an obesity epidemic and its impact on the incidence of chronic disease, health of the population and associated costs to health care. [...] PART III: Shifting from Weight to Well-Being in Practice and Policy The final part of this paper highlights practical health policies and practices that address issues of weight in ways that protect and promote mental well-being, grounded primarily in Paradigms Three and Four. [...] As the Mprevalence of obesity in the population has risen, so too have concerns about an “obesity epidemic” and its impact on the incidence of chronic disease, health of the population and associated costs to the health care system. [...] All people, no matter their weight or size, should have the opportunity to flourish – to live full, enjoyable and productive lives, to have a sense of purpose in life, to be connected in caring relationships, to be respected and valued by others, and to make meaningful contributions to society. [...] The capacity of each and all of us to feel, think and act in ways that enhance our ability to enjoy life and deal with the challenges we face.