Diet culture is based on false idea that our behaviour controls our body weight and that obesity is a choice.  The truth is that weight is regulated by an unconscious part of the brain.  Moving towards healthy habits can have a positive impact on weight but we don’t have conscious control of how much. Positive changes in lifestyle can have a dramatic impact though on our overall health and sense well being. With this in mind, we can move forward with a sense of accountability and dignity rather than blame and shame.