In an era where TikTok trends and viral Twitter threads can sway patient decisions more rapidly than clinical guidelines, physicians face an unprecedented challenge. Misinformation on nutrition and weight loss medications—spread through social media—can undermine medical advice, complicate patient care, and erode trust in evidence-based practices. My presentation aims to bridge this gap by helping professionals and the public alike develop critical skills to identify and refute misinformation.

Target Audience: Physicians, healthcare professionals, and members of the general public interested in understanding and addressing the spread of misinformation about nutrition and weight loss on social media.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize Key Misinformation Drivers: Identify the psychological, social, and algorithmic factors that fuel viral health claims on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Evaluate Credibility of Online Claims: Develop the ability to critically assess the validity of dietary advice and weight loss medication endorsements encountered on social media.
• Apply Evidence-Based Guidance: Learn practical strategies for translating peer-reviewed findings into easy-to-understand resources for patients and the public.
• Enhance Communication with Patients and Peers: Implement counseling techniques and effective messaging to address concerns rooted in popular but unverified health trends, ensuring safer, evidence-based decision-making.

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https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/confronting-social-media-misinformation-on-nutrition-and-weight-loss-medications/