We’re In Micro-Insecurity Hell | Allure
Not a single insecurity we’ve ever had about our bodies has been by accident. As far back as the 1950s, advertising brought tiny waists into fashion, a beauty standard that …
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TikTok use could put women at higher risk of eating disorders: study
The majority were from Australia, with 71 per cent reporting that they spent up to two hours a day on TikTok. Of the group, 126 were shown TikTok videos about …
What Is Oatzempic? Experts Explain the Risks and Benefits
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If you thought Ozempic was controversial, just wait until you hear about “oatzempic.” Unsurprisingly, the polarizing trend comes to us courtesy of TikTok, referring to a drink made up of …
What to Know About Ozempic and Eating Disorders
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If you’ve followed health and wellness news and trends over the last couple of years, you’re likely familiar with the drug Ozempic, which appears to promise dramatic results for individuals …
Taylor Swift Defends Lady Gaga Against Pregnancy Speculation
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Probably not on your 2024 bingo card: Taylor Swift defending Lady Gaga against pregnancy rumors. But while we love to see an unexpected celeb mash-up, the entire conversation can’t help …
I’m the Child of a Facetune Mom
For children looking to approach their parent about this behavior, Markey recommends starting with questions, not accusations. “A child could ask their mom why they are editing the image,” she …
How Running Healed My Body Image
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Growing up, I was always small and scrawny. I never really noticed my body size until I started high school. I remember hearing people say, “Oh, you’re so tiny. How …
Men’s Shapewear Is Here, But Will Men Actually Wear It? We Asked Them.
Love it or hate it, it looks like shapewear is here to stay. Like the corsets of yore, today’s shapewear is meant to smooth out the body, giving the wearer …
What to Know About TikTok’s Ban on Weight-Loss Content
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TikTok delivers an endless stream of content, from makeup tutorials to political reporting to entertaining and wholesome trends. But, like with most things, all the good also inevitably comes with …
How a Boob Job Helped My Body Image
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I can barely remember life before I had D-cup breasts. Whenever I tell someone I had my boobs done shortly after my 20th birthday, they are shocked — no matter …