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1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave: Body Image and Social Media: Health, Beauty and Lifestyle

Is social media changing the way we think about health?

Body Image and Social Media: Health, Beauty and Lifestyle

BBC Radio 1Xtra - 1Xtra Talks with Richie Brave, Body Image and Social Media: Health, Beauty and Lifestyle

Is the impact of social media on body image getting out of control?

We explore how social media is changing what we define as being healthy.

For years now, there has been a lot of concern around the impact social media is having on body image. But are things getting worse? 

By 2020, it’s expected that almost 1.5 million people in the UK will have had a non-surgical treatment such as Botox or fillers. More serious treatments like the Brazilian Butt Lift or Liposuction are becoming common practice too. 

How much of this is actually safe and where should young people be turning to for the right information?

Diren Kartal is an online personal trainer. 

Ewoma Ukeleghe is a medical and cosmetic doctor.

MoJo is a plus size and mental health blogger.

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