"If a teen is interested in losing weight, chances are they may turn to artificial intelligence platforms to get advice.

But that could cause trouble.

The AI advice they get may be to keep their calories and nutrients drastically below their daily needs, according to a new study published Thursday in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition."

https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/16/health/teens-ai-diet-wellness

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Teens are turning to AI for nearly everything. But diet information may be a big risk

Many teens report wanting to lose weight, and many say they use AI daily. Chatbots for getting meal plans could have huge health consequences, a new study says.

CNN