Over the last few years there has been nothing short of an explosion in reality TV programmes dealing with weight loss and diet. However is this really the best way to deal with such a massive problem of obesity? One of the TV programmes which has been criticised is ‘The Biggest Loser’ which has appeared […]
A new study has revealed that reality television shows could be encouraging young people to undergo cosmetic surgery. The study, which was conducted by Charlotte and Patrick Markey of Rutgers University and Vilanova University respectively, analysed the attitudes of two groups of young television viewers; one group watched a home makeover show, while the other […]