January is almost gone and February is right around the corner. I wonder if I will ever stick with my New Years Resolution.We have all tried many diets with not the greatest results. I have discovered this is not just a modern day dilemma. The "remedy" for weight loss has tempted many of us consumers since the turn of the 20th century. Take a look at these absurd and hilarious weight loss advertisements through the years.
This AD is from the 1920's
This Ad from the 1920's is offering
a free solution only to fat men and women.
Another AD from the 1920's is suggesting I ask my
slender friends how to end it ?
The weight loss answer in 1940? Bile Beans
Obesity Soap?
If Sugar was the answer than I should be a size 2.
I guess I should have been eating my kids lunch all these years and not salads.
I must be damn cute.
This AD from a 1960's Vogue says I can cover up
all my bulges with this girdle.
3 teaspoons of sugar in the morning would be much easier than sectioning a grapefruit.
Can anyone tell me what bakery sells these donuts?
Tapeworms!
Fortunately, this “easily swallowed,” “sanitized,” and “jar packed” product proved ineffective.