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Black women, who are disproportionately classified as having obesity based on body mass index (BMI) criteria, often face limited success and added stigma from weight-focused models, which overlook the complex biological, social, and structural factors affecting health, as well as intersecting oppressions like racism, sexism, and weight bias. This article examines how cultural norms, body image, and systemic barriers shape health behaviors among Black women and argues for weight-inclusive care, which prioritizes health-promoting behaviors and overall well-being rather than weight loss and better aligns with their values and lived experiences, including autonomy. Evidence from weight-inclusive interventions demonstrates improvements in psychological well-being, body appreciation, and health behaviors, though research in racially diverse populations remains limited. 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