Social media wields significant influence over our daily lives, with platforms like TikTok rapidly spreading videos and information. New health trends frequently emerge on these apps, sparking curiosity about their actual benefits. In this article, we delve into the latest health trends of 2024, evaluating their effectiveness and potential risks. Important Note: The following trends have gained considerable online attention, prompting us to investigate further. Always consult with a healthcare professional before attempting any new health practices. Trying these trends at home without medical guidance may lead to serious health issues.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is a shrub that has been used for decades to reduce any stress or anxiety. This has been a trending topic on Tiktok, many say that taking Ashwagandha has helped drastically with reducing stress allowing them to get more done with ease.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
This has been shown to help reduce stress and anxiety within many but it is not recommended to take daily. This should only be taken when needed, if you over consume this may begin to not have an affect on the body.
Bloom Greens
Bloom Greens are greens broken down into a powder consistency that goes into either your daily water, smoothie, etc to help reduce bloating and boost immunity. Creators from all kinds of social media promote Bloom Greens but the suspicion has risen on whether not this brand actually works or if influencers are only promoting because of paid promotions.
Fact Or Fiction? FICTION
The truth behind Bloom Greens is that many customers say they are unable to tell whether it works or not. It is said that Bloom Greens often does not show results but also does not make bloating worse. Bloom does help with boosting immunity such as helping customers get enough greens but medical professionals prefer that we eat whole foods instead and to get the nutrition straight from the source.
Chlorophyll Water
Many have been adding Chlorophyll to their daily water, it has been believed to help with weight loss, improve your skin, detox the body and more.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
The theory of weight loss has been varied but many results show that chlorophyll does help with weight loss if consumed correctly for example being consistent. While it is okay to drink this daily, it is recommended that you start off with low doses due to the reason that everyone’s bodies react differently. While chlorophyll has been proven to help with clearing up your skin, research shows that taking the topical form rather than the water will show more improvement. Lastly this has been shown to improve and clear out your gut, so far there are only positive effects behind taking chlorophyll.
Creatine
Creatine is a compound created using three amino acids. Creatine is used to help the body with speedy recoveries, reduces muscle, bone and tendon cramping, and gives the body energy. Creatine does come with side affects such as long term heart problems so be aware of how much you are consuming, low dosages such as 3-5 grams a day for 18 months is recommended. Taking low dosages over long periods of time is preferred rather than taking high dosages in a short time period.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
Creatine has been proven to work under the circumstances that one is taking correctly such as maintaining a healthy fitness and nutrition plan along with consuming it. Although this does work for many there are not many benefits for the older age group who uses creatine such as ages 65 and over.
Liquid IV Hydration
Liquid IV’s has been a growing way to get the body the hydration that it needs. Liquid IV is an electrolyte powder which aims to help the body hydrate and make up for any loss of electrolytes.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
Using Liquid IVs has been shown to help the body with hydration and is recommended to be used when one is feeling ill or dehydrated. As shown on social media this is also a good solution to those who need help curing a hangover, stress and anxiety. Although this does work, it is recommended that you still aim to get hydrated by consuming your daily water rather than relying mainly on Liquid IVs.
Ozempic
The rise of Ozempic has been very influential on social media recently, this is a medication considered as semaglutide that helps with those diagnosed with diabetes. Ozempic usage has been used mainly by celebrities for many of the wrong reasons such as weight loss but now is starting to make its way into our communities. This is used by injecting the medication into your body weekly, although this does result in rapid weight loss it is heavily enforced that this should be used only for real medical reasons.
Fact Or Fiction? FICTION
While Ozempic does show weight loss results, it is not recommended to be taken for this reason. This medication is strictly used for diabetes only, it has many side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and constipation. Taking Ozempic without the need to or without the guidance of health professionals can be very dangerous and damaging to the body.
Parasite Cleanse
The Parasite cleanse is supposed to be a form of detoxing by using supplements to help clear the body of any parasites. Many have been trying this at home but it is better to have this recommended and done by a healthcare professional. Those who take part in this cleanse are recommended to leave alone fast foods, gluten, dairy, etc and aim towards healthier options on top of taking the provided antibiotics to help ensure recovery.
Fact Or Fiction? Neutral
Using any commercial parasite cleanses have not been effective on most due to people not actually having any parasite infection to clear while as those who do are more than likely to get results. This has been shown only to help those who are actually infected with parasites, any other usage without diagnosis is just the use of unneeded supplements.
Sea Moss
Sea moss is rumored to have lots of benefits such as muscle strengthening, clearing the gut, constipation, etc. Sea moss contains chlorophyll and omega 3 fatty acids which helps with detoxing.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
Many have begun to consume sea moss in hopes of digesting and clearing out the body. Some people mix sea moss into food or either take it by itself. It has been proven that sea moss actually does improve health in certain areas and even can prevent Parkisons disease. Although this is beneficial it is recommended that sea moss is not taken daily.
75 Hard Challenge
The 75 hard challenge is an intensive lifestyle shift for many people. This consumes tasks such as reading, working out, giving up fast foods and alcohol, etc. Although this challenge consist normal task, many fail to realize how much technology serves as a distraction from every day activities. This challenge helps connect with yourself and others, improve your fitness, health, and mental strength.
Fact Or Fiction? FACT
Although there were many worries that this challenge may be unhealthy, it actually has many benefits that aim to help the body mentally and physically. This challenge consists of working out twice a day for 45 minutes at a time, drinking 4 liters of water a day, sticking to healthy eating, and getting your mind active. This helps create healthy habits for the body and promotes a healthier lifestyle overall such as teaching / training participants to learn self discipline.
