Up to 95% of youth ages 13–17 report using a social media platform, with more than a third saying they use social media “almost constantly.” Although age 13 is commonly the required minimum age used by social media platforms in the U.S., nearly 40% of children ages 8–12 use social media.
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Are Wellness Trends Harmful? – Part 2.
The wellness industry is booming. Everywhere we look, there’s a new diet, supplement, or fitness regimen promising to transform our health overnight. Social media influencers swear by them, celebrities endorse them, and companies make billions selling them.
Are Wellness Trends Harmful? – Part 1.
Wellness markets across every global region have grown strongly from 2019 to 2023, with North America, Europe, and the Middle East-North Africa recording the biggest gains.
The World Of Mukbang Or Eating Influencers
Mukbang, in simple terms, is a live-streamed video where viewers watch the host eat. Mukbang is characterized by the copious amount of food consumed during the streaming .
Why Is It Difficult To Eat Healthy?
The average person could probably recite the recipe for healthy eating: more fruits and vegetables, less red meat and processed foods. It sounds simple enough.
Does Consuming Collagen Really Work?
Some people who take collagen supplements are looking to improve the look and overall health of their skin. Many believe that collagen supplements can help reduce the effects of aging, such as by adding moisture to the skin, reducing wrinkles, and improving elasticity.
The Dark Side Of Social Media On Weight Loss & Health
Now more than anything else in human history have we been more focused on healthy living. But on the other hand, we have also been troubled by so many different health concerns. From the bad eating habits, less nutritious food choices, general pollution and the way of life which is less active than it used to be. Due to modernization and high technology people now barely have to get out of their homes to do daily shopping, work, or exercise.
Why You Should Not Support Child Influencers Part 2.
All parents think that their child is the prettiest, smartest, and cutest kid they have ever seen. It is hard to be objective with your child. But sometimes those feelings get so strong that they think it would be harmless to share them with the world. Maybe just one cute video of my daughter singing, or just another one where she is playing with her dog. That is how I believe it starts.
Why You Should Not Support Child Influencers Part 1.
A staggering 86% of young children in the US have admitted to wanting to become social influencers, and 12% of them have already considered themselves influencers of well on the way to becoming one. Most social media platforms require their users to be at least 13 years of age to be able to register for an account. But we well know that there are children influencers in the media way younger than that. Some of the youngest ones started when they were only 6 years old.
Things we do for health 