<p>A lead story on MSN today about the fatosphere… it states…</p>
<p>The F-word thrives in a virtual movement for “fat rights.” Yes, obesity acceptance pulls weight in Web searches.</p>
<p>"Who says overweight = unhealthy? There’s a big corner of the blogosphere where fat is beautiful and much sought after — especially in search.</p>
<p>We consult the Web with questions like these: Are Americans too fat? Do we exercise too little? Are people born skinny? Is this the answer to weight loss? We have an insatiable appetite for fat facts."</p>
<p>They are not talking about the 20% who have a medical condition; they are talking about fat as a lifestyle choice. The economic effects on society at large are much the same as smoking. Increased use of the healthcare system, in many cases at the tax payer’s expense. Many in the world are starving. Children following the behavior modeled by a parent. Should the government play a role in controlling obesity in schools? They have to some degree, for example the elimination of sugary soda drinks and snacks. There was a story on ABC news last night about big little girls fitting in at schools. An attempt to shape public opinion? Are the non-obese biased? Obeseaphopics? Should you be free to choose a lifestyle like this?</p>