Dieting History Display at Libray of Congress
Weight loss is not a new fascination for Americans, with the first noted attempt being in 1863. From a salt bath to the pills promising that you can lose weight by just popping one, there have been some bizarre fad diets.
The Library of Congress, in Washington, D.C., is a home to many of these retro, fabulous diet ads and they will be on display for visitors to see! It is no secret that beauty is an obsession — and goal — for many people. This exhibit just shows the history of strange beauty practices people used to lose weight.
While this will probably be an interesting exhibit to witness, this event is aimed at focusing on America's increased attention to obesity. Obesity is becoming a growing problem in the United States. For hundreds of years, everything from underwear to hypnotizing recordings to "magical" pills have claimed to rid your body of unwanted fat.
Many people still expect the same results from weight-loss products: pure magic. However, biology, lifestyle, diet, the amount of exercise, and genetics come into play. Few people are born naturally thin.
"If we recognize the history of weight loss, we can successfully and smartly address the epidemic we are facing," explains Karen Miller-Kovach, chief scientific officer of the event.
If you walk down the street or turn on the news, it is no secret that obesity really is a growing problem, not to mention a visible one. From soaps to pills, many groups have claimed to have the cure for a problem that is not only horrible to witness, but also horrible for the person’s health.
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