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Statue Of Liberty Gets A Satirical Makeover Online; Netizens Call It The Statue Of Obesity

The satirical name has resonated with many netizens, who see it as a reflection of the very real problem of obesity.

by Nikitha Sebastian
Statue Of Liberty Gets A Satirical Makeover Online; Netizens Call It The Statue Of Obesity

The Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and democracy in the United States, has taken on a new, satirical name online: The Statue of Obesity. This tongue-in-cheek renaming comes amid growing concerns about rising obesity rates in the United States and around the world.

The Statue Of Obesity

X (Formerly, Twitter) user @Gringots_Goblin shared the social media trend which appears to have originated with a humorous image circulating online. It depicts the Statue of Liberty with a significantly larger midsection. The image is accompanied by the caption “The statue of too much liberty”

The satirical name has resonated with many netizens, who see it as a reflection of the very real problem of obesity. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally. The United States is one of the countries hardest hit by this public health crisis. “This is how it should have evolved over time after seeing the drastic changes in the American diet over the years!” stated X (Formerly, Twitter) user @varoun3883.

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The Rise In Obesity

Image Credit: Canva (Representational Image)

Public health experts attribute the rise in obesity to a number of factors, including unhealthy diets, lack of physical activity, and the increasing availability of processed foods. These factors, they argue, create an environment that makes it all too easy for people to gain weight and develop obesity-related health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

While the “Statue of Obesity” moniker is undoubtedly intended to be humorous, it also carries a serious message. The image and its caption serve as a stark reminder of the need to address the obesity crisis. Public health advocates hope that the social media trend will spark conversations about healthy eating habits and the importance of exercise.

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The debate over the “Statue of Obesity” highlights the complex issue of obesity. While humour can be a powerful tool for raising awareness, it is important to be mindful of the potential impact on those who are already struggling with their weight.

Cover Image Courtesy: @Gringots_Goblin/ X ( Formerly, Twitter), Canva

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