I disagree with the writer. I think it is perfectly logical why intelligent women would be preoccupied with weight. Our whole society and culture is built to support this obsession. An abundance of processed junk food, food at every event (special event or not), food is addictive, food is a reward, food equals love and comfort. Food is everywhere. On the other side, the media and marketers push images of thinness being equal to love, happiness, success, beauty, and self-worth. It is no wonder many women struggle with their weight. Who doesn't want to be "loved" and "accepted" and "beautiful"? Mixes messages everywhere. Food is at once something I want so bad but yet I must stay away from.

So to me, it is very logical why intelligent women would have an obsession with food and weight.