Fit, thin, curvy and toned: The contradictory body ideals young NZ women face online

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What happened

For countless people, social media has become a go-to source of advice on how to look, eat and exercise.

Key facts

  • Reported by Phys.org and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:40:01 UTC.

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