TikTok’s Toxic Health Culture and Other Things to Read This Week
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
TikTok’s Toxic Health Culture and Other Things to Read This Week
HUR Reads is our definitive shortlist of the most prominent articles from around the web.
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Cindy Crawford Is Here To Stay
Cindy Crawford talks on her success with her beauty brand, Meaningful Beauty. The brand has thrived for nearly two decades, focusing on anti-aging skincare products. Cindy reflects on the evolution of beauty standards, her personal journey in the modeling industry, and how she has leveraged her experience and influence to create products that resonate with consumers.
THE NEW YORK TIMES
The use of social media has a powerful influence on users these days, especially when it comes to the spread of health misinformation on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Keren Landman discusses the challenges of debunking false health claims, emphasizing the role of algorithms in spreading this content. Landman highlights the efforts of experts and influencers to correct misinformation while acknowledging the difficulties in changing viewers' beliefs once they are exposed to false information.
VOX
Avery Stone dives into the growing trend of sports-based dating, specifically looking at run clubs and pickleball. Highlighting how these activities provide a more laid-back way to meet new people, compared to the often stressful and superficial world of dating apps. The shared interest in fitness helps break the ice and allows people to connect more naturally. This shift shows how more people are blending socializing with staying active and healthy.
THE CUT
The Atlantic review of Rosalind Brown's debut novel ‘Practice’ highlights its celebration of procrastination as essential to creativity and life. The novel critiques modern productivity culture and suggests that true creativity flourishes in these pockets of time. Brown's work is seen as a refreshing take on the necessity of mental wandering and the artistic process.
THE ATLANTIC
Crafting wardrobes using the expertise of the country's finest artisans where we are seeing the resurgence of handcrafted clothing and accessories, emphasizing quality, sustainability, and unique design over mass production. This article features various artisans and their meticulous processes, showcasing the value of craftsmanship in contemporary fashion. This speaks to customers seeking personalized, high-quality garments that reflect individuality and heritage.