We all love a good TikTok video, but when it comes to nutrition and fitness, some of the most popular trends are just silly, while others can have dangerous side effects. The next time you're scrolling through TikTok, here are some trends to skip, and a few to get behind!

Unfollow: #WhatIEatInADay

This hashtag remains quite popular among wellness influencers, who use it to showcase what they usually eat in one day. However, many of these videos promote daily menus that are inadequate to meet the nutritional and caloric needs of most people. (Some of the most popular videos that use the hashtag include titles like "What I eat in a day — under 1,200 calories.") Although the message many wellness influencers are sending is "if you eat like me, you can look like me," this sort of narrative promotes an unhealthy relationship with food and may contribute to disordered eating. There is data to suggest that these types of posts can also have a significantly negative impact on body image. Therefore, #unfollow.

Follow: #EatYourSkincare

Can you eat your way to better skin? Whether it is "edible Botox" from sardines or DIY gummies made with fruit juice and gelatin, some recipes for skin health might be more appetizing than others. However, this dietitian can’t argue with the health benefits of many of the nutrient-filled foods touted in these social posts. Most of the foods featured along with this trend are brightly colored fruits and vegetables like carrots, beets and citrus, nuts and seeds (like walnuts and chia), and fatty fish, like salmon — all foods that can help contribute to less inflammation and help promote a glowing complexion.

Unfollow: #ButterDippedIceCream

We all love a magic shell, and I am a huge fan of a light drizzle of good olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt on my ice cream, but something about this buttery trend gives me more pause. While some may call it whimsical, I can’t get past the dramatic hike in saturated fat. I'm not sure if anyone has measured how many extra calories and fat a butter dip adds to an ice cream cone, but considering one tablespoon of butter contains 102 calories, 11.5 grams of total fat, with 7 grams of saturated fat, it can pile up quickly. If you must, try it once, but don’t make it a frequent indulgence.

Half-Follow: #CottageCheese

Some foods trends are fleeting, but cottage cheese is different — it’s been around forever, and its "moment" on social media seems to have some staying power. No nutrition pro will scoff at the health benefits of cottage cheese, but I am not sure we need to be making literally everything from this dairy product. Smoothies, dips, and creamy desserts can certainly benefit from the protein boost, but let us leave bread, crackers, pizza crust, and other carbs alone.

Unfollow: #NaturesOzempic

Feeds are flooded with alternative ways to curb cravings and dull appetite without the use of GLP-1 medications. From guzzling down gelatin mixtures before meals and drinking copious amounts of green tea, to buying expensive herbal supplements, none of these fads are replacements for prescription medications, and some might be dangerous.

Drinking gelatin or collagen powder mixed with water prior to meals may make you feel a bit fuller, but doing so does not provide a ton of nutrients. Drinking green tea has health benefits, but too much may disrupt sleep thanks to all that extra caffeine. The most dangerous option is various herbal supplements that have not been properly tested for safety or effectiveness and may not mix well with other medications you may be taking. Best to beware of social media promises of Nature’s Ozempic or any alternative hack for a prescription medication.

Follow: #SnackPlate

From #girldinner to savory snack plates, the trend of having "snacks as meals" continues to gain momentum. Assembling and enjoying a snack plate can be a fun way to nosh on nourishing foods or a recipe for less — depending on how you build that plate. If you're partaking in this trend, aim for balance, color, and a plentiful amount of food from a diverse array of macro and micronutrients. Opt for protein-rich eggs, cheese, yogurt, or lean meats. Don't forget to sprinkle in some healthy fats from avocado, hummus, nuts or seeds, and add plenty of color (and fiber) from fruits, veggies, and beans. Finish off your snack plate with some whole-grain pita, pretzels, or crackers for a satisfying and substantial snack that could pass as a meal.

Unfollow: #maxxing

One of the unhealthiest trends on TikTok might just be the need to take healthy eating to the MAX. Hashtags like #proteinmaxxing and #fibermaxxing perpetuate the not-so healthy concept that healthy eating must be all or nothing. This all-in, maxxing mentality can lead to overconsumption of calories and certain nutrients, plus some unpleasant digestive side effects. For example, making a commitment to eat more beans is a great way to get more protein and fiber — though eating multiple cups or cans per day is not recommended.

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