A deep dive into #SkinnyTok
KICPod20 Jul 2025

A deep dive into #SkinnyTok

If your feeds are anything like ours, you’ve probably also noticed more #skinnytok and #diettok content recently. This week we unpack both, what’s so problematic about this type of content, and some red flags you can be wary of when you’re scrolling.

Then we take a look at two content creators and the highly problematic content they publish.

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The Butterfly Foundation is available for anyone concerned about eating disorders or body image issues. You can contact them via their free phone line on 1800 33 4673 between 8am – midnight (AEST), 7 days a week.

InsideOut is Australia’s National Institute for Eating Disorders Research. They offer a free eClinic for people experiencing eating disorder symptoms. You can find out more here https://eclinic.insideoutinstitute.org.au/

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