What Is #SkinnyTok And Why TikTok Decided To Ban It
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TikTok has removed the widely used hashtag #SkinnyTok following backlash over its promotion of harmful and unrealistic body ideals.
In recent times, social media has become a go-to place for health and fitness tips. Among the most popular content are videos where people proudly share their weight loss journeys. These clips often attract a lot of attention and inspire others to try the same tricks to lose weight. Many of these trending methods are unsafe and can harm your health.
As reported by USA Today, TikTok recently removed the hashtag #SkinnyTok after receiving backlash for promoting unhealthy body standards and risky weight loss methods.
It isn't the first incident of its kind. Back in September, content creator Liv Schmidt was banned for building her social media presence around extreme thinness and rapid weight loss tips.
From #SkinnyTok to various diet challenges, platforms like TikTok are flooded with health and fitness videos. While they may seem helpful, these videos often make bold claims about quick weight loss that aren't supported by science. What's worrying is that many people try them without understanding the possible health risks.
It's important to remember that not everything online is safe. Following unverified trends can do more harm than good, especially when it comes to your health.
It's not just the hashtags; many of the so-called weight loss hacks shared on TikTok are also reportedly raising concerns among health experts.
One trending method involves Ozempic, a medicine meant for diabetes. Some people are using it as a quick weight loss fix, but experts warn it can cause serious side effects like nausea, inflammation of the pancreas, and even thyroid tumours, according to Sugbo.ph.
Another viral hack is mixing coffee and lemon juice to reduce hunger. While some influencers claim it helps with appetite control, they often leave out the risks—this mix can cause dehydration and may even lead to stomach ulcers.
There's also a growing trend of drinking rice water as a way to speed up metabolism. However, there's no scientific proof that this works and health experts don't recommend it.
Lastly, extreme fasting, where people go without food for long periods, is being promoted as a quick way to lose weight. But this can lead to muscle loss and a lack of essential nutrients, which can seriously harm the body.
These so-called hacks may seem like easy solutions, but they often come with hidden dangers and little to no real health benefits.
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