The assumption that weight is the primary—or only—factor in many health conditions stems from longstanding biases which are deeply ingrained in the healthcare system. Studies show that patients in bigger bodies are often viewed as lazy, non-compliant, or even undeserving of care due to assumptions about their lifestyle choices. We know that couldn’t be further from the truth. 

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, or T2DM accounts for 90-95% of diabetic diagnoses. T2DM used to be referred to as “adult-onset diabetes”, but children and teens can be affected as well. This is a condition in which insulin is being made, but over time, the body stops being able to use insulin as effectively.