Obesity and Slimness in Arab Heritage (Abu Bakr Al-Razi is a model)

• Publish Date: 1 - February - 2024

Research Abstract:

Since ancient times, history has depicted a strong man as a large man, and a fat woman as more beautiful, fertile, and healthy. Obesity was a desirable trait in ancient times. Images of a thin body were indicative of poverty and illness, and for a long time they were considered weak and unable to work or produce. However, doctors were well aware of the harms of obesity and emaciation, so they warned against them and tried as much as possible to reduce and treat them. In this research, we will present a study of the management of obesity and Slimness in ancient civilizations and by the physician Abu Bakr al-Razi. We will explain the concept of obesity and wasting according to Abu Bakr al-Razi, comparing it with ancient civilizations and what was added new, and comparing it with contemporary medicine.

Publishers:

Mais Kataya