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Ancient Chinese Women and the Pursuit of Thinness

Women in ancient China faced pressure to stay slim, even resorting to extreme measures like swallowing silk and cacti.
WHO: Women in ancient China
WHAT: Pursuit of thinness through extreme dieting practices
WHEN: Mar 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Cultural pressures to conform to beauty standards

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