Bad wellness advice is all over social media. These creators are pushing back

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Fri, February 21, 2025

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Bad wellness advice is all over social media. These creators are pushing back

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Published in Health and Fitness on Friday, February 21st 2025 at 12:43 GMT by KNPR
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A growing group of content creators are trying to counteract misleading and false wellness claims online from influencers hawking supplements and unproven remedies.

The article from NPR, published on February 20, 2025, discusses the proliferation of misleading wellness advice on social media platforms and how some content creators are countering this trend. It highlights the efforts of individuals like Dr. Mike Varshavski, a family physician known as "Dr. Mike" on YouTube, who uses his platform to debunk myths and provide evidence-based health information. These creators are pushing back against the tide of misinformation by offering scientifically-backed advice, often in engaging formats that appeal to the same audiences targeted by wellness influencers. They aim to educate viewers on critical thinking, the importance of scientific evidence, and the potential dangers of following unverified health trends, thereby fostering a more informed public discourse on health and wellness.

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