Spreading on SNS, the 'Bone-Skinny' Trend Poses Serious Risks to Bone Health
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Recently, a trend called 'bone-skinny' (ppyeongmalla) has been spreading among young women through social media. 'Bone-skinny' refers to a body so thin that the bones are visible.
Eating far too little and reducing body weight to extremes can have a harmful effect on bone health. In particular, when bone mineral density drops, bones become weak and can easily break from even a small impact. Since it is important for bones to be built strong from childhood, drastic weight loss in young years may lead to health problems later on.
On social media, photos and videos showing off slim bodies are spreading quickly. As such content appears often, an atmosphere forms that regards a thin body as desirable, and as a result the trend appears to be growing even larger.
Meanwhile, on the first day of the National Assembly's Health and Welfare Committee parliamentary audit, it was pointed out that the 'JIPILGONG (regional, essential, and public healthcare)' policy, which the government has emphasized, is not felt well in the field. JIPILGONG is a term that collectively refers to regional healthcare, essential healthcare, and public healthcare.
Experts say it is important to avoid extreme dieting that harms health and to manage one's health through a balanced diet and regular exercise. If you notice any abnormalities in your body, it is advisable to consult a specialist at a hospital.
Sources: 코리아헬스로그
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