"The Skinny Book From the Editors of Better Home and Gardens," 1975
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"The Skinny Book," published by Better Homes and Gardens and sponsored by diet soda brands TAB and Fresca, promoted a low-calorie method of dieting. With recipe titles like "Islander Bikini Turkey," "Skinny Dip," and "Lanky Vegetable Cube Steaks," it reflected the prevailing attitude that skinniness was desirable, and equaled healthiness.
"The Skinny Book," published by Better Homes and Gardens and sponsored by diet soda brands TAB and Fresca, promoted a low-calorie method of dieting. With recipe titles like "Islander Bikini Turkey," "Skinny Dip," and "Lanky Vegetable Cube Steaks," it reflected the prevailing attitude that skinniness was desirable, and equaled healthiness.
Artifact
Booklet
Date Made
1975
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
92.256.12
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Spiral bindings
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 12 in
Width: 5.625 in
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