Fatphobia is not rooted in racism

 Fatphobia, or the fear and discrimination of fat people, is not rooted in racism. While it is true that certain marginalized groups, such as Black and Indigenous people, are more likely to experience weight stigma and face negative health outcomes due to systemic inequalities and access to resources, fatphobia is not solely a result of racism.

In fact, it is problematic and inaccurate to conflate fatphobia with racism. Doing so erases the agency and experiences of fat people who are not racialized and reinforces harmful stereotypes that suggest that being fat is a choice or a result of laziness.

It is important to recognize that fatphobia is a form of oppression that impacts people of all races and ethnicities. Fat people face discrimination in healthcare, employment, and education, and are often subject to ridicule and dehumanization. These forms of discrimination are not rooted in racism, but rather in societal beliefs about weight and size.

Furthermore, it is essential to acknowledge that fatphobia and weight stigma are harmful to the mental and physical health of fat people, regardless of their race. Fatphobia perpetuates harmful stereotypes and reinforces negative societal attitudes towards fat bodies, which can lead to increased stress and decreased self-esteem for fat individuals.