I think this is a very interesting topic as I think many no longer know the difference between "thick" and fat and this is leading to many health problems among black women. According to the interview over 50% of black women are overweight which if true is scary. We have all heard the phrases "Only a dog likes a bone" and "More cushin for the pushin' " which do seem to encourage women to gain weight. Listen to a great NPR radio interview about this by clicking the link below:

http://www.letstalkhonestly.com/page/page/1307246.htm