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Why can't obese people starve to reduce excess body fat?

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It is possible to be malnourished and obese at the same time. Many obese people have dieted their way to that weight - dieting fails for 95% of dieters within a 5 year time frame. read more

Many obese people don't overeat and don't diet either. It's possible to eat healthily, move, and still be obese. Factors like medications or genetics or medical conditions can make it difficult. Also, it is ridiculous to expect someone who is obese to starve themselves when that is actually more dangerous and unhealthy. read more

People overeat and overindulge in artery clogging “foods” because they are sad, stressed, depressed, lonely, self-loathing, and/or bored. In other words, they are emotionally and spiritually starved for self-value, purpose, healing, compassion, and belonging. So, in short, yes. Most obese people starve to death before their fat runs out. read more

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