Tag

Tiktok Trend

All articles tagged with #tiktok trend

Somatic Shaking: a viral body-based method to beat stress
health20 days ago

Somatic Shaking: a viral body-based method to beat stress

Somatic Shaking, a quick, dance-like body-based therapy popular on TikTok, claims to release stored nervous-system energy from trauma in minutes a day. Proponents say the chaotic movements help with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and low self-esteem by mirroring animals’ instinctive tremors after threat, a concept popularized by Dr. Peter Levine. The piece notes potential health benefits for stress-related issues such as headaches, sleep problems and cardiovascular risk, while presenting Somatic Shaking as a promising self-help approach rather than a proven medical treatment.

Viral TikTok Trick: The Playful ‘Horse Breath’ That Calmly Revs Down the Nervous System
health2 months ago

Viral TikTok Trick: The Playful ‘Horse Breath’ That Calmly Revs Down the Nervous System

A viral TikTok method called the ‘horse breath’ uses a slow, lip-vibrating exhale to stimulate the vagus nerve, relax the jaw, and shift the body from fight-or-flight to a calmer state. Therapists say it’s a quick, playful reset that can interrupt anxious thoughts; to do it, inhale 3–4 seconds through the nose, exhale with relaxed lips and jaw while the lips vibrate for 5–8 seconds, keep shoulders and face loose, and repeat 3–6 times as needed (use after a long day or before a meeting).

Medical Experts Discuss TikTok's Viral 11 Push-Ups Trend
health-and-wellness7 months ago

Medical Experts Discuss TikTok's Viral 11 Push-Ups Trend

A viral TikTok trend promoting 11 push-ups a day, endorsed by Dr. Vonda Wright, claims it can significantly improve women's health. Experts note that the number of push-ups correlates with fitness levels and age-specific goals, emphasizing the importance of tracking progress and building strength over time. Regular push-up exercise can enhance strength, bone health, and overall aging resilience.

Experts Warn About the 'Fibermaxxing' Trend for Gut and Mental Health
health8 months ago

Experts Warn About the 'Fibermaxxing' Trend for Gut and Mental Health

A TikTok trend called 'fibermaxxing' involves eating high-fiber foods to improve gut health and overall wellness. Experts agree that increasing fiber intake is beneficial, especially given the low average consumption in the US, and can help prevent chronic diseases like colon cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. However, gradual changes are recommended to avoid digestive discomfort, and a balanced intake of soluble and insoluble fiber from whole foods is best. Supplements can help if needed, but should not replace whole foods.