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Posted on April 19, 2021May 4, 2021 by Rebecca Rawiszer

By Becca Rawiszer TikTok and Instagram, once known for sunset photos and viral dances, have quickly become notorious as the starting point for some dangerous health trends. Medical and health professionals say, thanks to the rise of influencer culture, these applications are now home to pseudo-wellness tips, dangerous diet plans, and hazardous physical challenges promoted…

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TikTok Posts

A collection of TikTok posts one can find on the For You page that promote unrealistic body standards, unsolicited diet, weight loss, and fitness advice.

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Below are interviews with professionals discussing the severity of the issue and the efforts the nutrition industry is making to solve the growing problem:

Interview with Dr. Wesley McWhorter -Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition

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Interview with Pam Fullenweider: Registered Dietitian

https://ascjcapstone.com/terms/spring-2021/rawiszer/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Pam-Fullenweider-Interview-audio-1.mp4

Interview with Amy Ruffolo Quinn: Licensed Therapist

https://ascjcapstone.com/terms/spring-2021/rawiszer/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Amy-Quinn-Interview-Audio.mp4

 

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