On this epsiode of Paved with Gold, we have the privilege of chatting to the incredible Dr Asher Larmie (he/they), also known as @theFatDoctor or if you read the Daily Mail - "the UK's most outrageous doctor?" We talk about the impacts and origins of medical weight stigma, the dangers of weight loss injections like Wegovy and debunks everything that is wrong with the BMI. It may be our longest episode yet, but we could not get enough of Asher's wisdom. This one is a must-listen.Follow Dr Asher Larmie @thefatdoctor or visit his website.Learn more about Asher's 'Take Your Power Back' course here.Check out his resources and campaign to end medical weight stigma at noweigh.orgFollow Callie on Instagram @calsann.supportTo find out more and for more resources visit our website pavedwithgoldpodcast.comSend us an email at [email protected] us on Instagram at @pavedwithgoldpodRESOURCES:For Australia:InsideOut InstituteThe Butterfly Foundation or call 1800 334 673National Eating Disorder CollaborationLifeline: 13 11 14Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 4671800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732For the UK:Beat Eating DisordersNational Centre for Eating DisordersTalkEDFor the US:National Eating Disorder AssociationNational Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) - CanadaEating Disorder HopeAlliance for Eating DisordersProject HealAsian Mental Health Collective (AMHC)For more links and resources, check out our website.Disclaimer: This podcast is general in nature and has not taken your personal circumstances or medical history into account. We are here to share our own experiences and the things we have found helpful throughout our personal recovery journeys. Please remember that each person's journey and circumstances are different, and not all of the information contained in this podcast may be relatable to you. It's important you consult your own GP or recovery team to seek out tailored advice before making any important decisions relating to your own health and recovery process.

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