Body Image

“Fat talk” is getting increasingly common among college-age women. But new research suggests no one wants to be around the gal that’s griping about her weight gain. How can we discuss body image issues in a positive way?
OP-ED: Abercrombie’s CEO says he won’t sell XL or XXL women’s clothing. But if young people start out with a positive body image, it won’t matter what the store sells.
The clothing brand is stirring up controversy with images of plus-size model Jennie Runk. But what's the big deal? Weigh in here.
GUEST POST: Ironman triathlete Jennifer Ward Barber talks about her struggle with body image and how becoming an athlete helped her look beyond the scale.
Spawning from Dove's most recent Real Beauty Campaign video, this parody challenges men's lofty views of themselves against the not-so-great perceptions of others.
A new app plans to tackle not-so-politically correct advertisements and start a conversation around sexist media. The goal: To get the companies to take notice and ultimately make some changes.

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The reality is, America is fixated on reality TV shows. So what's the big deal? Find out why we're obsessed and what it means about our personalities.

“Fat talk” is getting increasingly common among college-age women. But new research suggests no one wants to be around the gal that’s griping about her weight gain. How can we discuss body image issues in a positive way?

We find out what Healthy Weight Week is all about, and why it matters.

It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week, and we've rounded up some of the best individuals and organizations that are working toward positive body image for the millions of men and women affected.

In honor of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, one Greatist editor shares the story of her eight-year struggle with anorexia — and how it challenged everything she thought she knew about being “healthy” and the beauty ideal.
GUEST POST: How do you find your way through the societal pressures and stereotypes to a healthy idea of body image? Writer and poet Caroline Rothstein talks about her own struggle with eating disorders and self-definition.

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