TikTok's recent ban on the "SkinnyTok" hashtag signifies a proactive measure against detrimental online influences. However, harmful trends continue under different names, particularly evident in popular formats like "What I Eat in a Day" videos that perpetuate diet culture. The platform's algorithm amplifies disordered eating content, impacting even those pursuing recovery. A shift toward meaningful change requires not only robust platform action but also heightened media literacy and the creation of supportive online communities to counteract pervasive negative influences.
Banning #SkinnyTok helps, but harmful content still spreads under new names.
Diet culture hides in trends like "What I Eat in a Day" videos, promoting harmful ideals.
TikTok's algorithm fuels disordered content, even for users seeking recovery.
Real change needs platform action, media literacy, and inclusive online spaces.
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