‘Mormon Land’: Does the Word of Wisdom help or hurt members’ body image?
BYU researcher discusses how religion can help — and sometimes hurt — how people view themselves and why many Latter-day Saints turn to cosmetic surgery.
(Illustration by Christopher Cherrington | The Salt Lake Tribune) On this week's episode, a BYU researcher discusses her study about Latter-day Saints and body image, including cosmetic surgery.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.