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The rise of online health misinformation, amplified by social media influencers and communities, poses significant challenges to public health, with false claims about topics like vaccines and raw milk spreading rapidly. Experts emphasize the need for health professionals to adapt and provide trustworthy, engaging information online to combat misinformation effectively.
TikTok's latest health trend, navel pulling or navel oiling, is gaining popularity with health influencers promoting it as a cure for various ailments. Based on Ayurvedic medicine, the practice involves pouring oil into the belly button and rubbing it into the skin. While Ayurvedic treatments have shown anecdotal benefits, there is no scientific evidence to support claims that navel oiling can treat hernias, cysts, fibroids, or endometriosis. The trend exploits a loophole in TikTok's guidelines, allowing creators to sell oils meant for external use while making wild mischaracterizations. Experts advise consulting doctors before trying any new health regimens.