This week's Butler reading was much more comfortable than the last. I believe its just because I'm "back in the swing of things." It takes a bit to develop that theory reflex that allows you to read comprehensively about more abstract things.

Here, we have Butler doing a fantastic job, as always, poking holes in white, hetero, dominant vernacular constructions, this time from a medical perspective. After this reading it is difficult to deny that there needs to be a queering of medical terms to allow for a more balanced view of the human condition.

This lack of terminology is disconcerting because it is in regards to psychological and physical health issues. These things should be tailored to fit the patient, not the other way around.

The Fat Studies reading was coincidental with my viewing of the documentary called "Bigger, Stronger, Faster." There does seem to be a focus, especially in America, on looks that causes health disorders, low-self esteem, depression and consequences.

I have been focusing on my health much more in the past year, since I can already tell that my metabolism and digestive system are not 17 years old anymore. In America there is actually a problem with diabetes and obesity. This is not in reference to larger people or different body types, but to unhealthy weight gain.

Much of this is due to the corporate structure of America. Foods with high carbohydrate content, sugar, high fructose corn syrup are almost literally shoved down our throats, while healthy sources of protein, vegetables and fruits are becoming harder and harder to come by. Even shows like "the biggest loser" have absolutely no focus on nutrition and health, just on appearance. I believe that there would never be a show allowed on television that actually told the truth: America's addiction to sugar is killing people.