Links And Thinks
1. Photographic proof that fat people existed in the past, from Manolo for the Big Girl. Some really cool pictures.
2. Lesley at Fatshionista is doing Huge recaps, and tackles the latest episode here. Also, the cast signs a Body Peace Treaty, but… there are some problems, as The
Rotund explains:
“Oh, hi, y’all, love your bodies but isn’t this traditionally attractive boy just the hottest? You may be smart and funny and good looking but you won’t measure up to the mainstream heartthrobby good looks of the thin dude.”
Yeah, I’m paraphrasing. BUT COME ON.
3. The Glamazons are auditioning for new talent.
Those 4 plus size beauties are looking to cast another girl to add to the group! Are you a gorgeous, tall, plus size girl who can sing and dance? Please send pics and resumes to glamazongirls@gmail.com for audition appointment.
4. Let’s teach preschoolers to count calories! Family Feeding Dynamics spots a problematic sign at the local Farmer’s Market.
Circle the healthiest choice (fewest calories)!
Ring the cowbell!1/2 cup diced fruit salad (60 calories)
1/2 cup diced fruit salad with 2 Tbspn orange juice (88 calories)
1/2 cup diced fruit salad with 2 Tbspns light yogurt (96 calories)I wonder why adding yogurt is not “healthy” or the assertion that the definition of “healthy” is low calorie. Low-calorie and low-fat diets fail nutritionally for small children (and fail for adults too.) I won’t elaborate on why this is garbage “nutrition” info which is more harmful than helpful.
5. And finally, happy ten-year blogoversary to the granddaddy of all FA blogs, Big Fat Blog!
I know we haven’t solved all of the world’s fat problems (yet), but just think for a second where fat acceptance and body equality were ten years ago. Or maybe it would be easier to think of where *you* were on the body love continuum ten years ago.
Happy Thursday!
Posted by mo pie
Filed under: Advocacy, Food, Huge, Kids, Music, Old Timey, TV
That sign which equates healthy with lowest calories is really pissing me off right now.
What the hell is wrong with these people that adding yogurt is not healthy? Just. What?
I know, April. Ironically, I was eating fresh strawberries and blueberries with vanilla yogurt when I found that link! And it was DELICIOUS. And healthy, too, non?
Umm, last time I checked children still need protein and calcium to grow. Oh, yeah, and calories. How about kids eat 1/2 cup fruit AND 1/2 cup yogurt? Sheesh.
WHEEEE! I got link love! Thanks!
Twistie, I have all kinds of love for you! :)
Right back at you, babe!