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06-09-2014 12:33 PM
I just read this on my msn home page from newser.
A Japanese clothing company has replaced the usual sizes (think S, M, and L) with ones sure to boost shoppers' self-esteem—like Titch, Skinny, Fat, and Jumbo, the Daily Mail reports. The company, Fatyo, says on its website that it's just trying to make the word fat "cool." But Jumbo? Well, the move is getting attention, although Fatyo isn't the first Japanese brand to create unusual garment sizes. Could be Fatyo is reminding the Japanese (the slimmest people in the developed world) not to get too hefty, Yahoo notes.
Japanese lawmakers were so concerned about weight gain that in 2009 they set maximum waistline sizes for citizens over 40: 33.5 inches for men and 35.4 inches for women. Per Japanese health coverage, employees get their waistlines checked annually and are sent to health counseling if the scales tip too far. So, are bigger Japanese shoppers likely to buy Fatyo? Rocket News, which broke the story, says it's "not sure" how the company "expects to drum up sales by calling out its larger customers in the least delicate way."
06-09-2014 02:15 PM
Most Asians (men and women) tend to be very slim. Height wise
South Korea (the tallest of Asian countries) women average 5'4""
China 5'3""
Japan 5'2""
Indonesia 5'
Many South east Asian countries average 5'
They generally eat smaller portions then in the U.S. They tend to eat more slow carbs then we do. And usually very little meat. Almost all (I have to say every) female student at University I've seen are very thin.
I think Jumbo to them would be an American size 4. Of those adopted in the U.S. they are a little taller but much heavier.
06-09-2014 02:27 PM
If I lived in Japan, I might care. I don't care what country you live in, it's ludicrous to think that people are going to lose weight or maintain their weight just because you change the the names of sizes. It won't work if you give the sizes insulting names either. Young Japanese are eating more and more types of American foods, they are drifting away from traditional Japanese foods; so, they are getting bigger. Not necessarily fatter, bigger. More calories, more fats and more protein builds bigger bodies. The only way to prevent it is to ban American or western foods and restaurants.
06-09-2014 02:56 PM
All these countries have adopted the 'Western SAD' diet & have slowly gotten heavier...this generation today won't benefit from the healthy diets their parents, grandparents knew. And, yep....these countries sustain on a starch-based diet....lots & lots of rice, potatoes...it's the basis of their existence. Add fat & processed food to the mix....that's where trouble begins.
Their culture is different...having those size labels might make a difference...hope so. Just call it like it is. Have to respect the "try".
Does Chico's still have that weird sizing chart?
06-09-2014 03:00 PM
This obesity epidemic amounts to gluttony! We now have so many more convenience and processed foods than ever.
The younger people don't know any difference for the most part. In my generation, our parents grew up during the depression and the wars when there were shortages of many things we take for granted today. We did not have the Internet and kids were more active.
I remember when the first frozen tv dinner was introduced and then gradually stores added all the frozen and packaged items available today.
We got full service when we went to buy gas and not Big Macs at McDonalds!
It really is sad to see all the obese kids waddling into these fast food places. In most schools there are free meals served and many of these kids are probably eating breakfast at home and then when they get to school.
06-09-2014 03:09 PM
I'm going to go out on a limb and say I bet sumo wrestlers are exempt from Japanese waistline regulations.
06-09-2014 04:18 PM
On 6/9/2014 Clover29 said:I'm going to go out on a limb and say I bet sumo wrestlers are exempt from Japanese waistline regulations.
You're probably right. Do you think sumo wrestling will replace baseball and football in the USA? There are billions of potential candidates and this would be an equal opportunity sport.
06-09-2014 04:30 PM
On 6/9/2014 Classique said:For many children on free lunch, tho is the only meal they get. With the new nutrition guidelines, the meals are rather healthy. Many urban schools provide free lunch abd breakfast throughout the summer. What a sad and unrealistic commentary on hungry children. NO child should go without food.. Your nic does not fit your words.This obesity epidemic amounts to gluttony! We now have so many more convenience and processed foods than ever.
The younger people don't know any difference for the most part. In my generation, our parents grew up during the depression and the wars when there were shortages of many things we take for granted today. We did not have the Internet and kids were more active.
I remember when the first frozen tv dinner was introduced and then gradually stores added all the frozen and packaged items available today.
We got full service when we went to buy gas and not Big Macs at McDonalds!
It really is sad to see all the obese kids waddling into these fast food places. In most schools there are free meals served and many of these kids are probably eating breakfast at home and then when they get to school.
06-09-2014 04:35 PM
On 6/9/2014 sydsgma said:On 6/9/2014 Classique said:For many children on free lunch, tho is the only meal they get. With the new nutrition guidelines, the meals are rather healthy. Many urban schools provide free lunch abd breakfast throughout the summer. What a sad and unrealistic commentary on hungry children. NO child should go without food.. Your nic does not fit your words.This obesity epidemic amounts to gluttony! We now have so many more convenience and processed foods than ever.
The younger people don't know any difference for the most part. In my generation, our parents grew up during the depression and the wars when there were shortages of many things we take for granted today. We did not have the Internet and kids were more active.
I remember when the first frozen tv dinner was introduced and then gradually stores added all the frozen and packaged items available today.
We got full service when we went to buy gas and not Big Macs at McDonalds!
It really is sad to see all the obese kids waddling into these fast food places. In most schools there are free meals served and many of these kids are probably eating breakfast at home and then when they get to school.
Re-read my post. I am all for the free lunch program for those who qualify and need it. NOTHING I said even implied that I am against it.
FYI, where I live at least there is much abuse with these programs and there are many "double dippers" if you will. These kids are obese, at risk for major illnesses and have way too much food which is as bad as not having enough.
06-09-2014 04:45 PM
Maybe and note the MAYBE it would be a good idea if the schools scrutinized the kids who are eating all these free meals a little more carefully.
Take all the applications of those kids who are overweight and VERIFY their eligibility which probably hasn't been done.
You have no idea how many lazy parents there are who will just teach their kids to lie and cheat and tell them to say they have no food.
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