| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | bulge | Western countries | In Western countries, a bulge in the midsection is linked to poor health and unattractiveness. | 5 |
| 2 | bulge | Pacific Island cultures | In Pacific Island cultures, a bulging belly is seen as a symbol of prosperity, good health, and attractiveness. | 2 |
| 3 | bulge | Pacific Islander culture | In Pacific Islander cultures, a bulging stomach symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and abundance and is considered attractive and desirable. | 1 |