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# **Why Were We So Thin in the 70s? (The Truth Will Surprise You) 🤔😱**

If you grew up in the 1970s—or even just watch old photos from the era—you might have noticed something striking: people *looked different*. Clothes fit more loosely, waistlines were slimmer, and even children seemed leaner. Fast food chains were popping up, TV dinners were everywhere, yet somehow, obesity rates were much lower than today.

So what happened? Why were we so thin in the 70s? The answer isn’t just “we ate less” or “we exercised more.” It’s a complex mix of culture, lifestyle, food environment, and biology—and some of it might surprise you.

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## **1. Portion Sizes Were Smaller**

One of the most straightforward reasons people were thinner in the 70s? **Portion sizes were tiny compared to today.**

A standard serving of soda, for example, was 6.5 ounces in the 1970s. Today, the average soft drink is more than 20 ounces. A “small” fast-food meal then was smaller than what even children get today.

Calories add up, and when meals are three times bigger than your body needs, even the most disciplined eater struggles to maintain a healthy weight.

In short: **we naturally ate less because everything was portioned for a smaller appetite.**

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## **2. Fast Food Wasn’t Everywhere (Yet)**
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