If you spend time on Twitter and Instagram, chances are you’ve seen your fair share of food photos labeled with the hashtag, ”#foodporn.” Encompassing photos that range from simple bowls of fruit, to hot sandwiches piled with mounds of gooey cheese, to delectable-looking hot fudge sundaes, the #foodporn hashtag allows foodies to ogle other people’s proudest culinary creations. However, new research shows that looking at too much food porn could be ruining your appetite.
Social media has become a huge part of our lives. From posting photos to finding the perfect short-form way of describing your day, social media allows you to share your thoughts, feelings, and photos that represent your life. In a recent development, Facebook decided to get rid of one of its emoticons that could previously be shared in status updates.
Social media can be a fun, effective tool to use for weight loss, and it allows you to connect with other like-minded individuals who are also trying to lose weight and become healthier. Not only does social media provide an open forum in which you can share your weight-loss progress and rant about having “off” days, but it’s also home to a variety of weight-loss contests, challenges, and tests that can enhance your weight-loss journey.
