The Polyester Podcast Skinnytok, Crunchy Teens , & The Return Of Pro Ana Content
Jun 1, 2025
Hosts dive into the alarming trend of #Skinnytok on social media, exposing how influencers are propagating pro-anorexia content and promoting unhealthy eating habits. They discuss the glamorization of eating disorders in pop music and the role of TikTok in shaping body image perceptions. The impact of the pandemic on rising eating disorders among teens is also highlighted, along with the harmful implications of wellness culture. With a critical look at the dark side of diet culture, the conversation sheds light on the challenges faced by young individuals today.
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#Skinnytok Revives Pro-Ana Content
- The rise of #Skinnytok shows a disturbing comeback of pro-anorexia content promoting extreme thinness and calorie restriction.
- This trend is tied to competitive weight loss and glorification of unhealthy body images on social media.
Experiencing Liv Schmidt's Skinny Societe
- Emma joined Liv Schmidt's $20/month "Skinny Societe" group for pro-thin tips but felt exhausted and lightheaded.
- The community shared strict calorie and step trackers, mostly with young members appearing to be in school.
COVID Fueled Teen Eating Disorders
- Eating disorders rose 50% among teenagers during COVID lockdowns, linked to increased fat shaming and fitness obsession.
- Pandemic fitness trends and anti-fat rhetoric fueled a culture valuing thinness as productive and valuable.