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The US Government Watched Its Figures in 1959

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by Averyl

In “How Congress Fights The Weight Problem” by A.E. Hotchner in the January 4th, 1959 issue of “This Week Magazine”… Read more The US Government Watched Its Figures in 1959

vintage diet booklet from the 1950s with the title "don'ts for dieters"

1950s “Don’ts For Dieters” Booklet: Advice from the Stars

Posted on April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 by Averyl

Here are some wise Hollywood “diet don’ts” followed by their own “dos” from Alfred Hitchcock and Doris Day found in… Read more 1950s “Don’ts For Dieters” Booklet: Advice from the Stars

diet treasury booklet from the 1950s

1950s Vintage Diet Treasury Booklet: Ten Helpful Hints

Posted on March 22, 2019March 22, 2019 by Averyl

Here is a list of ten helpful dieting tips from the 1950s, published by Esquire:

Weight Watchers Before & After 1973

Posted on February 12, 2019February 15, 2019 by Averyl

From inside the 5th anniversary Weight Watchers of Arizona booklet featuring recipes from executive chef, Franco Palumbo, “The chef who… Read more Weight Watchers Before & After 1973

1970s Bridget’s Diet Game

Posted on January 28, 2019February 15, 2019 by Averyl

Groovy graphics and the perils of eating too many calories are illustrated on this unusual vintage board game published by… Read more 1970s Bridget’s Diet Game

1950s “Tubby Hubby” Diet Booklet

Posted on January 17, 2019January 17, 2019 by Averyl

As you can see, this rare little vintage diet booklet by Josephine Lowman has spent a lot of time in… Read more 1950s “Tubby Hubby” Diet Booklet

Fact or Fiction: “You’re fat because you eat too much.”

Posted on January 10, 2019January 10, 2019 by Averyl

Let me know in the comments if you agree or disagree with this, and why or why not. Page from… Read more Fact or Fiction: “You’re fat because you eat too much.”

Sylvia of Hollywood: Chill Out

Posted on January 3, 2019January 3, 2019 by Averyl

Successful weight loss and overall well-being requires that we practice stress reduction. If you’re stressed it will be more difficult… Read more Sylvia of Hollywood: Chill Out

No More Alibis!

Posted on December 31, 2018January 12, 2019 by Averyl

Are you one of the millions of people whose resolution for the New Year is to lose weight? Are you… Read more No More Alibis!

Joe Bonomo: Beautify Your Figure

Posted on November 9, 2018February 12, 2019 by Averyl

Joe Bonomo, a mid-century Hollywood fitness and beauty expert published numerous booklets and workbooks on how to achieve health and… Read more Joe Bonomo: Beautify Your Figure

Diet or Die: The Dolly Dimples Weight Reducing Plan

Posted on November 5, 2018March 23, 2019 by Averyl

Celesta “Dolly Dimples” Geyer’s reflections on life as the circus side show “fat lady” and her quest to save her… Read more Diet or Die: The Dolly Dimples Weight Reducing Plan

1950s “Shape your figure tomorrow” Diet Booklet

Posted on November 4, 2017January 17, 2019 by Averyl

This vintage booklet published in 1955 by the National Dairy Council offers basic diet advice: Cut back your calories and… Read more 1950s “Shape your figure tomorrow” Diet Booklet

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We opted in for out of the way for today’s Christmas fairs and festivals. There are all kinds of events in the greater Portland area and Kennebunkport is having their epic Christmas Prelude, but battling crowds and partaking in parking fiascos are NOT my thing. It was a beautiful morning with a fresh dusting of […]

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