Race also plays a role in how men view themselves, as well as how they view other men. Despite the fact that the most recent national weight statistics indicate that there are more obese African American and His- panic men than obese white men, studies have found that white men tend to be more dissatisfied with their appearance.
Why the disparity? Studies reveal that society tends to view obese black men more posi- tively than it views obese white men. One study found that large black men are often viewed as healthy and athletic while obese white men were more likely to be seen as unhealthy and unfit. The reality is that all men carrying excess weight should take the problem seriously.
Why the disparity? Studies reveal that society tends to view obese black men more posi- tively than it views obese white men. One study found that large black men are often viewed as healthy and athletic while obese white men were more likely to be seen as unhealthy and unfit. The reality is that all men carrying excess weight should take the problem seriously.
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