Fitness + Health + Fashion
‘Fat shaming’ does not help people lose weight, study finds (The Guardian) People experiencing discrimination over their size may even be more likely to put on a few pounds, say researchers People facing discrimination because of their weight may ‘comfort eat’ and feel less comfortable taking part in physical activity. Photograph: LifeStyle/Alamy “Fat shaming” does … Read more
India’s Practo acquires fitness app to tap into preventive healthcare After helping users search for doctors and book appointments, Practo wants to ensure that you don’t fall ill. The Sequoia and Matrix-backed startup today announced it has acquired FitHo Wellness, a preventive healthcare firm for an undisclosed amount. FitHo helps people manage weight and lifestyle diseases by providing personalized advice … Read more
Article by: ZACK WHITTAKER Zack Whittaker is a New York-based freelancer who writes mostly about security for ZDNet and CNET. You can follow him on Twitter EVERY SIX MONTHS, like clockwork, I fly home to the UK for three days for one reason: to pick up my supply of prescription medication. I consider myself lucky—drugs are … Read more