When Tyler Bender began making TikTok videos spoofing the behaviors and axioms of so-called "almond moms," she never thought it would become a viral trend sparking conversations about the impact of diet culture on women and girls.
"I think any conversation, including the almond mom conversation, helps progress in some way. And if we can get in those rooms where there are individuals who have never heard that diet culture is toxic, it's a win," model Iskra Lawrence said who encourages women to embrace their figures.
"I think the only time it's stung a little bit is when [Tyler] made mention of things that actually hurt her that I said that I didn't know hurt her. That was never my intent. You want them to be healthy and happy, and you just provide the pathway that you think is the best," Sara said.