
Many women feel the pressure to be skinny and beautiful, and feel these are things that must be achieved in order for them to be accepted by others. It can cause low self-esteem and may lead to eating disorders.Some people blame skinny models; some blame the health and beauty industry and some blame the images that are shown in the media. However, there seems to have been a change in direction for modeling and advertising companies, who now often favor a more ‘real’ look.While some point the finger at women who are portrayed as icons by the media, there are some great role models out there. Many celebrities maintain a weight that is...