Am I the Last Fat Person in America?
With the increasing availability of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Monjauro, there are fewer fat people than ever. But not everyone believes being thinner is better for them.
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Why Social Media Is a Special Kind of Hell for Teen Girls
Just as teens are beginning to discover their individuality, social media swoops in with unrealistic expectations that can subvert self-worth and have lasting ramifications.
Why Do We Go to Such Lengths to Look Young?
We can’t stop our bodies from aging, but in this exclusive excerpt from their new book, ‘What Fresh Hell Is This?,’ Heather Corinna asks whether we can shake the cultural standard that youthfulness equates beauty and worth.
How “Fat TikTok” Gave Me the Confidence to Love Myself
Nothing made the writer feel more unsettled than seeing photos of herself. That is, until she stumbled upon a photographer on social media who held up a mirror to her and showed her how sexy and stunning she really is.
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The “Sex Talk” With Your Kids Isn’t Just One Conversation
Your child asks how babies are made—and that's only her first question! Don't fret. These pointers will guide you through your ongoing dialogue about sex and sexuality with your kids.
Can Janelle Monae Help Break Down Yoga’s Race Barrier?
Skinny White women aren't the only ones in lotus position—but it can appear that way. This yogi hopes the singer's new track will inspire other Black women to lay out their mats.
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