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'Legging Legs' Trend on TikTok Sparks Concern Over Potential Eating Disorders

The trend, seen as a repackaged 'thigh gap' obsession, has been criticized for its potential to lead to body dysmorphia and eating disorders.

  • 'Legging Legs' is the latest trend on TikTok, glorifying thigh gaps and causing concern among users and experts who see it as a potential catalyst for eating disorders.
  • The trend, which has amassed over 33 million views on TikTok, is seen as a repackaged version of the 'thigh gap' obsession from the 2010s.
  • Many social media users have criticized the trend, warning of its potential to lead to body dysmorphia and eating disorders.
  • According to the American Psychological Association, 20% of teens have considered suicide, and the rate of eating disorders has reportedly doubled in recent years.
  • Media giants such as Meta have taken measures to crack down on posts that promote eating disorders in any manner in recent months.
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