Overweight has become the new normal

Overweight has become the new normal

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The video discusses the rise in average clothing sizes and changing attitudes towards being overweight. It highlights health risks associated with being overweight, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. The normalization of being overweight is explored, with statistics showing many people misjudge their weight. The fashion industry's role in this perception shift, through larger mannequins and size inflation, is examined. The video calls for a focus on healthy weight and a tighter grip on weight issues.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What factors are contributing to the acceptance of being overweight in society?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How has the fashion industry's focus shifted regarding weight issues?

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