Spending just eight minutes on TikTok is enough for young women to question their own body image, according to a controlled study that highlighted the scourge of content harmful to youngsters on the video-sharing platform.

The study titled '#ForYou? the impact of pro-ana TikTok content on body image dissatisfaction and internalisation of societal beauty standards' was co-authored by Madison R Blackburn and Rachel C Hogg.

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Researchers created two focus groups, one of which showed TikTok content on dieting, weight loss and exercise. This is&nbsp;broadly known as 'pro-ana' or pro-anorexia content which glorifies disordered eating practices.

The aim of the study was to find out the link between time spent on TikTok and disordered eating behaviours.

<h2>How the study was done</h2>

A group of 273 women in the 18–28 age group were divided into two groups. One group was given pro-anorexia content, while the other was given neutral content from TikTok.

Then the women were made to answer questionnaires to find out what they thought about their bodies after watching the content.

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"Women exposed to pro-anorexia content displayed the greatest decrease in body image satisfaction and an increase in internalisation of societal beauty standards," said the study published in PLOS One journal. "Women exposed to neutral content also reported a decrease in body image satisfaction."

The study found that those categorised as high and extreme daily TikTok users reported greater average disordered eating behaviour than participants with low and moderate use.

Participants who used TikTok for over two hours per day "reported more disordered eating behaviours than less frequent users," the authors&nbsp;said but pointed out that this was not statistically significant.

The pro-ana videos had shown young content creators in the so-called 'fitspiration' category showing how they cut on their diets and give fitness, workout and food tips and advice. The hacks like juice cleanses for weight loss were included in the content.

<h2>What is content internalisation?</h2>

Besides having the biggest fall in body image satisfaction, those who watched pro-ana content also 'internalised' the beauty standards more.

While watching potentially harmful content does not necessarily lead to harm, it is the 'internalisation' of this content that is dangerous, according to the study. Internalisation happens when someone accepts and identifies with external beauty standards, it pointed out.

There is a multitude of habits and hacks being pushed on TikTok, like detoxing with juices, and clean or limited diets in the name of wellness, with hashtags like #GymTok and #FoodTok. Disorderly eating content included binge eating, laxative use or excessive exercise, said the study.

(With inputs from agencies)

Spending just eight minutes on TikTok is enough for young women to question their own body image, according to a controlled study that highlighted the scourge of content harmful to youngsters on the video-sharing platform.

Spending just eight minutes on TikTok is enough for young women to question their own body image, according to a controlled study that highlighted the scourge of content harmful to youngsters on the video-sharing platform. The study titled '#ForYou? the impact of pro-ana TikTok content on body image dissatisfaction and internalisation of societal beauty standards' was co-authored by Madison R Blackburn and Rachel C Hogg. Also Read | What is Angelman Syndrome? The condition that Colin Farrell's son suffers from Researchers created two focus groups, one of which showed TikTok content on dieting, weight loss and exercise. This is broadly known as 'pro-ana' or pro-anorexia content which glorifies disordered eating practices. The aim of the study was to find out the link between time spent on TikTok and disordered eating behaviours. How the study was done A group of 273 women in the 18–28 age group were divided into two groups. One group was given pro-anorexia content, while the other was given neutral content from TikTok. Then the women were made to answer questionnaires to find out what they thought about their bodies after watching the content. Also Read | Will you buy it? Dolce & Gabbana launches luxury dog perfume at this whopping price "Women exposed to pro-anorexia content displayed the greatest decrease in body image satisfaction and an increase in internalisation of societal beauty standards," said the study published in PLOS One journal. "Women exposed to neutral content also reported a decrease in body image satisfaction." The study found that those categorised as high and extreme daily TikTok users reported greater average disordered eating behaviour than participants with low and moderate use. Participants who used TikTok for over two hours per day "reported more disordered eating behaviours than less frequent users," the authors said but pointed out that this was not statistically significant. The pro-ana videos had shown young content creators in the so-called 'fitspiration' category showing how they cut on their diets and give fitness, workout and food tips and advice. The hacks like juice cleanses for weight loss were included in the content. What is content internalisation? Besides having the biggest fall in body image satisfaction, those who watched pro-ana content also 'internalised' the beauty standards more. While watching potentially harmful content does not necessarily lead to harm, it is the 'internalisation' of this content that is dangerous, according to the study. Internalisation happens when someone accepts and identifies with external beauty standards, it pointed out. There is a multitude of habits and hacks being pushed on TikTok, like detoxing with juices, and clean or limited diets in the name of wellness, with hashtags like #GymTok and #FoodTok. Disorderly eating content included binge eating, laxative use or excessive exercise, said the study. (With inputs from agencies)

Just 8 minutes on TikTok can lead to negative body image for young women: Study

A new study has found that a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) can potentially improve the quality of your life and extend it.

As per research published in the journal Nature, FMD can "protect normal cells while killing damaged cells including cancer and autoimmune cells, reduce inflammation, promote multi-system regeneration, and extend longevity."

<h2>What is a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD)?</h2>

As per US News, a fasting-mimicking diet is a less challenging way to diet that does not require a person to completely forego food. Instead, it involves a low-calorie diet that is designed to mimic water-only fasting.

It effectively tricks your body into thinking it is fasting. FMD is usually observed for five days. The diet was developed by the laboratory of USC Leonard Davis School Professor Valter Longo.&nbsp;

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Citing Kristine Dilley, a registered dietitian at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, the publication reports that, while observing FMD, a person should follow the following diet approach:

On day 1, consume 1,100 calories, of which around 11 per cent comes from protein, 46 per cent is fat and 43 per cent carbohydrates.

From Day 2 to Day 4, consume just about 725 calories — nine per cent protein, 44 per cent fat and 47 per cent carbs.

Here the focus is on a diet that is low-calorie, low-protein, low-carbohydrate and high in unsaturated fats.

Throughout users must consume a minimum of 70 ounces (around 2.1 litres) of water. For optimal results, users are recommended to follow the diet once a month, three times.&nbsp;

<h2>Study results</h2>

As part of the current study, participants were asked to follow a diet majorly consisting of plant-based foods along with supplements providing high levels of minerals, vitamins, and essential fatty acids.&nbsp;

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Data from clinical trials revealed evidence that FMD cycles may benefit various aspects of health, including reduced fat, potentially lowering the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular issues. It also helped restore glucose levels and decrease insulin resistance, while leading to a more youthful immune system.

Three FMD cycles were found to incur significant benefits, including a decrease in biological age by an average of 2.5 years, independent of weight loss.

Furthermore, by combining biological age with chronological age, the study suggests FMD could increase predicted life expectancy. However, these findings require further research. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

A new study has found that a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) can potentially improve the quality of your life and extend it. As per research published in the journal Nature, FMD can "protect normal cells while killing damaged cells including cancer and autoimmune cells, reduce inflammation, promote multi-system regeneration, and extend longevity.

A new study has found that a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) can potentially improve the quality of your life and extend it. As per research published in the journal Nature, FMD can "protect normal cells while killing damaged cells including cancer and autoimmune cells, reduce inflammation, promote multi-system regeneration, and extend longevity." What is a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD)? As per US News, a fasting-mimicking diet is a less challenging way to diet that does not require a person to completely forego food. Instead, it involves a low-calorie diet that is designed to mimic water-only fasting. It effectively tricks your body into thinking it is fasting. FMD is usually observed for five days. The diet was developed by the laboratory of USC Leonard Davis School Professor Valter Longo. Also read | Researchers decode years of research to find the optimal temperature for life. Here's all you need to know Citing Kristine Dilley, a registered dietitian at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, the publication reports that, while observing FMD, a person should follow the following diet approach: On day 1, consume 1,100 calories, of which around 11 per cent comes from protein, 46 per cent is fat and 43 per cent carbohydrates. From Day 2 to Day 4, consume just about 725 calories — nine per cent protein, 44 per cent fat and 47 per cent carbs. Here the focus is on a diet that is low-calorie, low-protein, low-carbohydrate and high in unsaturated fats. Throughout users must consume a minimum of 70 ounces (around 2.1 litres) of water. For optimal results, users are recommended to follow the diet once a month, three times. Study results As part of the current study, participants were asked to follow a diet majorly consisting of plant-based foods along with supplements providing high levels of minerals, vitamins, and essential fatty acids. Also read | Taste of your favourite tea may be dependent on specific microbes Data from clinical trials revealed evidence that FMD cycles may benefit various aspects of health, including reduced fat, potentially lowering the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular issues. It also helped restore glucose levels and decrease insulin resistance, while leading to a more youthful immune system. Three FMD cycles were found to incur significant benefits, including a decrease in biological age by an average of 2.5 years, independent of weight loss. Furthermore, by combining biological age with chronological age, the study suggests FMD could increase predicted life expectancy. However, these findings require further research. (With inputs from agencies)

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Known to speak her mind on various issues, model and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen has said that she no longer gives into the pressure of dieting.&nbsp; 
 
The 35-year-old opened up about the societal norms that have become popular. Teigen also talked about the idea that dieting is always good for one`s health. 
 
The mother of two told People magazine that the "ups and downs" of "dieting and diet culture" have all but turned her off. Teigen features on the cover this month's edition of the magazine. 
 
"I`ve thrown all of that out of the window. I think now at this point in my life it`s more important for me to enjoy things as they come."

Teigen also shared that these days, she`s only pushing forward on what`s "going to make (her) happy" and much of her happiness has to do with indulging on flavourful food. 
 
"I eat things when I want them. Because if I don`t, my mind personally goes crazy. I kind of put my mind over body a little bit, mind and spirit over body. If it`s going to make me happy and make me feel good, then I indulge in it," said Teigen. 
 
The `Chrissy`s Court` host went on to say that she`s already "lived a whole life" and moving forward, she wants to do away with the calorie-counting and enjoy herself as a mother, wife, provider and rock for the children.&nbsp; 
 
Teigen shares four-year-old daughter Luna and two-year-old son Miles with husband Grammy winner John Legend. 
 
Talking about how she has maintained her perfectly toned body for a long time, she said, "I`ve spent way too many years counting calories, scheduling way too many workouts and trying to figure out what my term for wellness was for myself. I`ve been trying to figure that out for so so long." 
 
"Now I know that it`s on the ground playing with my kids, getting out there, going to a park, going to an aquarium, being able to drive around with my kids in the car. That is activity for me and I enjoy doing things like that," added the supermodel.&nbsp;

Known to speak her mind on various issues, model and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen has said that she no longer gives into the pressure of dieting. The 35-year-old opened up about the societal norms that have become popular.

Known to speak her mind on various issues, model and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen has said that she no longer gives into the pressure of dieting. The 35-year-old opened up about the societal norms that have become popular. Teigen also talked about the idea that dieting is always good for one`s health. The mother of two told People magazine that the "ups and downs" of "dieting and diet culture" have all but turned her off. Teigen features on the cover this month's edition of the magazine. "I`ve thrown all of that out of the window. I think now at this point in my life it`s more important for me to enjoy things as they come." Teigen also shared that these days, she`s only pushing forward on what`s "going to make (her) happy" and much of her happiness has to do with indulging on flavourful food. "I eat things when I want them. Because if I don`t, my mind personally goes crazy. I kind of put my mind over body a little bit, mind and spirit over body. If it`s going to make me happy and make me feel good, then I indulge in it," said Teigen. The `Chrissy`s Court` host went on to say that she`s already "lived a whole life" and moving forward, she wants to do away with the calorie-counting and enjoy herself as a mother, wife, provider and rock for the children. Teigen shares four-year-old daughter Luna and two-year-old son Miles with husband Grammy winner John Legend. Talking about how she has maintained her perfectly toned body for a long time, she said, "I`ve spent way too many years counting calories, scheduling way too many workouts and trying to figure out what my term for wellness was for myself. I`ve been trying to figure that out for so so long." "Now I know that it`s on the ground playing with my kids, getting out there, going to a park, going to an aquarium, being able to drive around with my kids in the car. That is activity for me and I enjoy doing things like that," added the supermodel.

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