In this conversation, Virgie Tovar shares her personal journey with weight stigma and eating disorders, rooted in her family background. She discusses the societal implications of weight stigma, the rise of GLP-1 drugs, and their impact on body positivity. Virgie emphasizes the importance of creating weight-neutral environments in corporate settings and challenges the narrative surrounding weight loss drugs, advocating for a more compassionate understanding of body image and health. In this conversation, Virgie Tovar and Cristina Castagnini discuss the implications of weight loss drugs, particularly GLP-1s, and the societal pressures surrounding body image and health. They explore the misconceptions about weight loss and health, the dangers of diet culture, and the ethical concerns regarding marketing strategies that target vulnerable populations. The discussion emphasizes the need for a shift in perspective regarding health and body positivity, advocating for a more compassionate and informed approach to these issues.

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