Verywell Fit: What Experts Say About “What I Eat in a Day” Videos

Why Are We Still Watching Them?

By Lily Moe
February 10, 2023

Human beings are, inherently, nosy people. Social media only emphasizes this collective trait, providing a bird’s eye view into the lives of friends and strangers alike. While this can yield positive results—like access to educational information—it also clears the way for opportunities for misinformation and unhealthy comparison. This can apply to any niche, but it’s perhaps the most obvious within the wellness space.

Take “What I Eat in a Day” videos, for example. What started as a simple social share has quickly turned into a trend that’s here to stay, much to the disquiet of medical professionals. Some research and credible expert opinion shed light on how these videos, many under the guise of education and relatability, are actually doing more harm than good.

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