#52, what the hell kind of shirt did you read about? You can be skinny without being anorexic. Sucks it reminded OP about it, but the world doesn't revolve around them

The comparison to alcoholism has already been said, so let me put this into perspective: what if somebody told an abuse victim "don't let society brainwash you into thinking you should not hit women"? It isn't the shirt. It's what her brother told her, to his SISTER, on her birthday no less! That kind of disrespect is disgusting. My fiancée is recovering from her bulimia (which FML provided a lot of support about :) ), and it's obvious that everybody saying OP is over-reacting knows nothing about how sensitive eating disorders can be. It's a very hard illness to escape. Very disappointing to see so many people are insensitive and judgemental. All bodies are beautiful! Physical and mental health = more important than weight and appearance. Always. :)

It IS wrong to be fat. It's very unhealthy and costs the NHS billions (if you live in the UK). It's completely avoidable if people eat less and exercise more. Anorexia is a terrible condition, but so is obesity. People don't look at obesity in the same way because they're so used to seeing fat people all around them now whereas anorexic people are much rarer.

*******. Worthless. Ass.

The exact cause of anorexia nervosa is unknown. However, there is an environmental factor relating to social media and culture that can cause it. It's also said to be caused by low self esteem. Anorexics want to be skinny because they feel that it is considered beautiful. Her brother wearing that shirt when knowing what she had gone through was very insensitive. And while it is true that it is unhealthy to be overweight, it is also unhealthy to be too skinny. (I'm not saying that naturally skinny girls aren't beautiful, they are, as well as big girls). Don't look at it as being just a shirt, put yourself in her shoes. It's like wearing a shirt with a vodka logo on it in front of an AA member. It's a trigger. And it makes it harder for some people.

Damn commies an their fat people news

Where can I get one of those shirts?

your brother is an insensitive Asshole

That effing bastard, does he have any idea what harmful effects the media have on girls?! How can he be so rude? Sorry if it sounds harsh, but that's just plain mean.

Imo he's right though.. It's getting acceptable to be fat, while it shouldn't. Do something about your body, for your own sake, get thin and get fit, so you will love a healthy life.