Overview

• TikTok bans the 'legging legs' trend, addressing concerns over body image and the promotion of unhealthy body standards.
• The trend, criticized for promoting a specific body type as ideal for wearing leggings, has sparked widespread backlash and calls for its removal.
• Experts and social media influencers condemn the trend as harmful, emphasizing the negative impact on body image and the risk of eating disorders.
• TikTok responds by blocking the hashtag and redirecting searches to resources for eating disorder awareness and support.
• Studies link social media use to increased body dissatisfaction among teens, underscoring the need for responsible content and social media literacy.