When you hear the term 'healthy body,' most likely, an image of some sort pops into your head. The image might be of…
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How Standards For 'Healthy Bodies' Have Changed Throughout History
When you hear the term 'healthy body,' most likely, an image of some sort pops into your head. The image might be of someone who looks like you, it might be someone who looks the opposite of you, it could be someone bulging with muscles or a specific body mass index (BMI), or something else entirely. It could be based on or influenced by your own body image and self-esteem, or not. It could be based on your upbringing or the bodies of the people you see all around you.
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