The Unhealthy Lifestyle of Youth and How It’s Promoted by Food Vloggers
In today’s digital age, youth culture is shaped more by social media than ever before. Among the most popular influencers online are food vloggers — the creators who film themselves trying massive fast food items, bizarre street snacks, or the latest “viral” eats. While these videos are entertaining and attract millions of views, they come with an unseen cost: promoting unhealthy lifestyle habits among young audiences. The Appeal of Food Vlogs Food vloggers make eating look fun, adventurous, and often luxurious. Watching someone gorge on a giant cheesy burger or a mountain of sugary desserts feels indulgent even for the viewer. For many young people, it sparks the desire to imitate, turning occasional junk food into a regular craving. The problem is, these videos rarely show the behind-the-scenes reality: the bloating, indigestion, or long-term health risks of consistently consuming high-fat, high-sugar, and ultra-processed foods. Instead, they glamorize overconsumption and...