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>golden skin and was fatter
The fat buddha as I see it represents anabolism, which is growth. Growth of the muscles as well as spiritual growth.
It is different from catabolism which is the ability of the cells to break down, consume and produce energy. In my view "buddhism" means to focus on growth of the body and mind rather than to aim outwards and transform your (hostile) environment into beneficial energy.
As such buddhists enter deep trance and do not interact with the world, while those of more "catabolistic" practices like taoism may use martial arts and swords, and could even start a rebellion against an unfair ruler.