Saturday, October 5, 2024, 1:48 AM
BREAKING NEWS
**Israeli military says Iran has launched missiles towards Israel *Interceptions heard in Jerusalem *IDF urges Israelis to go to 'protected spaces' if sirens heard
Saturday, October 5, 2024, 1:48 AM
Home » TikTok bans ‘skinny’ lifestyle influencer over controversial content

TikTok bans ‘skinny’ lifestyle influencer over controversial content

Influencer Liv Schmidt defends TikTok content promoting a ‘skinny’ lifestyle following backlash and account suspension

by NWMNewsDesk
0 comment

Influencer Liv Schmidt, known for promoting a “skinny” lifestyle, has hit back at TikTok after her account was banned for breaching the platform’s policies.

Schmidt, who has faced backlash for months, gained attention by posting “what I eat in a day” videos, showcasing tiny portions of food. Critics argue that her content encourages unhealthy behaviors and promotes eating disorders, as she emphasizes the importance of staying skinny while consuming very little food.

Schmidt, however, insists she is simply advocating for a healthy lifestyle. After her TikTok account was disabled, she created a new one, but it was also removed within days. Her new bio read: “It’s not a sin to want to be thin. Saving America from obesity 1 person @ a time.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Liv Schmidt (@livsschmidt)

banner

Accused of ‘rage baiting’—a tactic where influencers deliberately provoke their audience for engagement—Schmidt recently ranted about diet culture in the U.S., questioning why “being American feels like a secret shame.”

In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Schmidt defended her content, stating, “For me and my aesthetic, I like to be skinny and there’s nothing wrong with that.”

She denies ever struggling with disordered eating but admitted to grappling with anxiety from a young age, which led to challenges around eating.

Schmidt maintains her videos are a valuable resource for working women seeking meal inspiration.

You may also like

Blogs

Latest Articles

© 2024 News World Media. All Rights Reserved.