Keith Burgess-Jackson, J.D., Ph.D.

Peg has some thoughts about the stigmatization of obesity. I agree with Peg that metabolisms differ. Those with low metabolisms will have to work harder to keep the weight off. But we do have free will. Weight is a function of caloric intake and caloric expenditure. Nobody forces food into anyone's mouth, and nobody prevents people from exercising. In short, everyone is responsible for his or her weight. If I didn't exercise and watch my diet, I could easily balloon to over 200 pounds.