Roxane Gay's book "Hunger" addresses the societal stigma surrounding various body types and the specific terminology used to label certain "problem areas." The author lists numerous derogatory terms such as fupa, gunt, and man boobs, illustrating how these labels contribute to body shaming and the negative perception of individuals' appearances. Such terms reflect a dangerous culture that objectifies and devalues bodies based on arbitrary standards of beauty.
Through her reflections, Gay...