Kerala Teen Dies After Months of Extreme Dieting Influenced by Online Advice

The 18-year-old succumbed to complications from anorexia nervosa after surviving solely on water for months, highlighting the dangers of unregulated diet trends.

Sreenanda, an 18-year-old from Kerala, died after following an extreme 'hot water diet' influenced by online weight loss advice.
Doctors confirmed she suffered from anorexia nervosa, a severe eating disorder characterized by extreme food restriction and fear of weight gain.
Her health rapidly declined over six months, with her weight dropping to just 24 kg, and she was admitted to the ICU 12 days before her death.
Medical professionals had previously recommended psychiatric intervention and nutritional care, but her condition went untreated until it was critical.
Experts warn about the risks of social media-fueled diet trends, urging early intervention and awareness of eating disorders to prevent such tragedies.