concept   body image perception
culture   Mauritania
statement   In Mauritania, a fuller body is valued as a symbol of beauty and prosperity.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 body image perception Mauritania In some communities, a fuller body is preferred and seen as a symbol of beauty and prosperity. 1
2 ideal body image Mauritania Historically, a fuller figure is associated with beauty and fertility, encouraged through traditions like force-feeding 1
3 ideal body shape Mauritania A larger body size is traditionally considered more attractive, and significant weight gain is encouraged, reflecting cultural values of abundance and health. 1
4 perception of body image Mauritania Emphasis on larger body image as a symbol of beauty and prosperity 1