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Fat Phobia And Its Racist Past And Present

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Unraveling the History of Fat Phobia and Racial Dynamics

This chapter explores the historical origins of fat phobia, linking it to the transatlantic slave trade and racial dynamics. It highlights how morality and body image expectations evolved, particularly among white women, and examines the lasting effects on contemporary perceptions of body image, especially for Black individuals.

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