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Everywhere you turn you see ads and articles on the newest dieting trends and pictures of stars and models who have "perfect" bodies. Some people, mainly girls, are prone to comparing themselves to these people and trying these diets in the strive for perfection. This can be harmful for people with low self esteem and it can eventually turn into an eating disorder like bulimia or anorexia. Some studies have shown that some cases of anorexia or bulimia are genetic and can't be prevented, but we can try can't we? We need to start enforcing the fact that we are beautiful no matter what and that we shouldn't strive to be just like anyone else. We also need to start educating our youth about the power of airbrushing. There are certain books and websites that show before and after pictures of the stars and models we are trying to be like. Some of them aren't so pretty with out the touch ups. Helping our youth love themselves is a step that we need to take in order to try and prevent eating disorders.

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