Why Weight Loss Has Always Been About Power

Body positivity is out and "skinny" is trending again. Today, losing weight can be as easy as taking a shot - at least for those who can afford it. Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy promise rapid weight loss and are turning the world of dieting upside down. But the desire to control our bodies isn't new and it's not just about health. The history of the diet industry reveals how body ideals, eating habits and science have changed over centuries.

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