SkinnyTok Trend on TikTok

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The SkinnyTok trend on TikTok promotes extreme weight-loss methods, potentially harmful to those with disordered eating. Experts warn of the dangers of glorifying extreme thinness and suggest focusing on building muscle for health instead.

Key Points

  • Focus on building muscle for health
  • Extreme thinness can have devastating consequences
  • Encourage nourishing choices for physical and mental health

Cons

  • Promotes extreme weight-loss methods
  • Can be triggering for those with disordered eating
  • Glamorizes unhealthy habits and unrealistic body standards