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[post_page_title]Nouakchott, Mauritania [/post_page_title]

While this tradition has begun to fall by the wayside in recent generations, it is still considered attractive by many in the African nation of Mauritania for women to be overweight.

Nouakchott, Mauritania

This used to be the case in many parts of the world, but has since fallen by the wayside in recent decades. The reason being overweight is considered attractive is because it is a sign of wealth and prosperity, as obviously those who can afford to eat leisurely have more than enough wealth to enjoy.

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