Laila Ali Shares an Eye-Opening Message on Why It’s Problematic to “Normalize Obesity”

The former undisputed champion turned social media personality uses her online presence to make people aware of what’s important to lead a healthy life. And amidst a new wave of activism in improving personal health, Ali has shared an eye-opening truth with her fans. Recently, Laila Ali shared an informative video about obesity and why it should not be normalized. And the threats normalizing it poses to society.

Ali took to Instagram to share an important message with her loyal fans. Ali has become a lifestyle influencer and uses her social media presence to raise awareness about pressing topics with her fans. And obesity has become one of them. Ali shared the message about why obesity poses a threat to one’s lifestyle and health. Moreover, the video she shared also talks about how accepting obesity in mass is detrimental to society.

Laila Ali’s message about obesity

Ali shared a video initially posted by Shawn Stevenson, the founder of the model health show. The clip shared shows Dr. Pelz who was the guest for the episode on Stevenson’s show. Dr. Pelz delivered an eye-opening message to the people about obesity.

In the clip, she says, “We can’t normalize obesity just because more people are becoming obese. That doesn’t mean that that’s the path humans are supposed to go.” Dr. Peltz also talked about the self-perception of one’s own weight and physical condition. According to her, if one’s medical indicators, including bloodwork, are on the healthier side, then the weight one carries doesn’t matter. But, giving a reality check, she added, “But that’s not happening.” Laila recently advised her fans about a food label.

She showed disagreement with the idea of normalizing obesity when people are not feeling good about themselves. The doctor further went on to call the world we live in a “metabolic mess.” From drawing the relationship between one’s metabolism and the immune system to relating it to Covid-19. Dr. Pelz made a strong argument about what is wrong with the idea of normalizing obesity and the threats it poses to us as a society.

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She stressed the importance of one’s metabolic health to improve their overall health and mental well-being. Ali wants her fans to stay healthy and make good choices. And it is safe to say that she leads by example. She is a strong advocate of good health and practices everything she shares with her fans. What do you think about normalizing obesity? Let us know in the comments below.

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