Force-fed-belly

: A nasogastric (NG) tube is inserted through the nose and into the stomach while the individual is often physically restrained.

In Mauritania, a traditional practice known as leblouh involves the intentional force-feeding of young girls to make them appear wealthier and more attractive for marriage. force-fed-belly

In a medical context, "force-feeding" is distinguished from life-saving enteral nutrition (tube feeding). : A nasogastric (NG) tube is inserted through

Reports and investigations into "force-fed bellies" generally cover four distinct areas: cultural practices of intentional fattening, human rights abuses in correctional facilities, medical procedures, and niche subcultures. Cultural Fattening (Mauritania) human rights abuses in correctional facilities

: This leads to rapid weight gain and "ballooning" of the belly, which is culturally seen as a sign of being ready for marriage by ages 12 or 13.