I had a friend with dwarfism.  He was always so open to the innocent questions of children.  He inspired me.  There are different genetic reasons, and therefore different body types.

In general, little people have an average-size torso, but the long bones don't grow to full length.  They have noticeably shorter arms and legs. The appearance … Read more

They usually are not over weight. They just appear that way, as their midsection are close to normal size. It is mostly their limbs that are stunted.