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Let's celebrate International No Diet Day on May 6 and embrace our bodies for the beautiful and unique beings they are! This day was created in 1992 to raise awareness about society's unhealthy obsession with diets, weight loss, and body shaming. It is a reminder that all bodies are different sizes and shapes, but equally valuable. Let's break down negative beauty standards together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Diet Book Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>"The Drinking Man's Diet" by Robert Cameron, one of the first diet books, becomes a worldwide bestseller, contributing to the diet culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Health Organization Report</div><div class='timeline-text'>WHO reports on the growing global obesity concern, fueling the diet and weight-loss industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inaugural International No Diet Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>British consultant Mary Evans Young inaugurates International No Diet Day to draw attention to the potential dangers of dieting and promote body acceptance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Amplified Focus on Body Positive Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Body positive movements become more mainstream, combating societal standards of beauty and encouraging acceptance of all body types.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in Curricula</div><div class='timeline-text'>Some schools begin integrating body positivity into their curriculum via programs and workshops emphasizing self-love and acceptance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Social Media Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the rise of social media platforms, International No Diet Day gains more attention, and body positivity campaigns gather momentum worldwide.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Indulge in your favorite foods</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a break from dieting and enjoy some of your favorite dishes that you normally wouldn't eat. From pizza to ice cream, don't be afraid to indulge.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Treat yourself to a spa day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day at the spa being pampered with a massage, facial, or mani/pedi. Not only will you feel relaxed and refreshed, you will also feel confident in your body.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a potluck dinner</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends and family over for a potluck dinner where everyone brings their favorite dish. Enjoy a night of good food and company with no worries about calorie counting.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out to eat</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of cooking at home, go out to that restaurant you've been wanting to try. Order whatever you please without worrying about calories or fat content.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a cooking class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a cooking class to learn how to make delicious, healthy meals without sacrificing flavor. You'll be able to create balanced meals that don't require restrictive dieting.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates body positivity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International No Diet Day is all about celebrating body positivity and embracing yourself as you are. It's a great reminder that all bodies, regardless of size or shape, are truly beautiful!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes healthy habits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International No Diet Day is an opportunity to focus on mindful and healthy eating habits instead of restricting your diet. Honor yourself by nourishing your mind and body, so that you can lead a happy and fulfilling life!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness of mental health issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Eating disorders, disordered eating and negative body image are real mental health concerns that must be addressed. International No Diet Day encourages us to start conversations about these topics and raise greater awareness for the long road ahead.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>International No Diet Day Encourages Body Positivity on a Global Scale</h3><p class='facts-text'>The holiday is commemorated around the world to celebrate body diversity and adopt a more accepting approach towards all body types, debunking the myth of the 'ideal' body.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Birthday Suit Ribbon is a Symbol for The Holiday</h3><p class='facts-text'>A light blue ribbon, resembling a human figure in shape, is worn on International No Diet Day as a symbol of body acceptance and diversity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Emphasis on Mental Health</h3><p class='facts-text'>The day circulates around the understanding that mental health can significantly impact our relationship with food and our self-image. It supports mental health advocacy along with endorsing body positivity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Focus on Intuitive Eating</h3><p class='facts-text'>International No Diet Day promotes intuitive eating, a principle that encourages individuals to listen to their body cues for hunger and fullness rather than following restrictive diet plans.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Critique on the Diet Industry</h3><p class='facts-text'>The holiday also serves as a critique of the multi-billion dollar diet industry, bringing to light the harmful effects of their marketing tactics that promote unrealistic beauty standards and fuel body dissatisfaction.</p></div></div>
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