The more I learn about how these social media platforms work, the more convinced I am that they probably cause more harm than good in modern society. People with the most followers tend to have a lot more sponsorship,. So they might be selling a particular supplement or a product because they're being paid to do so. The advice should always be judged on merit and merit alone.
What are the top myths in the health and fitness industry? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly explore pseudoscience, “quick fix” fads like Ozempic, and how to navigate wellness with exercise scientist, Dr. Nick Tiller.
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