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24 Mar

Has the body positivity movement been co-opted by bloating

Moderately than being relatable and authentic, TikTok’s obsession with bloating ‘before and after’ videos and photos can contribute to types of fatphobia and harmful body standards “Bodies that appear like this, also appear like this.” For those who’re on TikTok, you’ve probably heard that line playing along side a normally thin-bodied influencer contorting her body to point out fat rolls or bloating. As one user noted, that is what’s called “curated imperfection”, because it co-opts the body positivity movement (created by and for larger bodies).  While TikTok is filled with pro-eating disorder content like body checking, which involves compulsively examining your body, a recent trend sits on the road. Before and after eating videos...
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