Physical Activity Misinformation on Social Media: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social media is a prominent way in which health information is spread. The accuracy and credibility of such sources range widely, with misleading statements, misreported results of studies, and a lack of references causing health misinformation to become a growing problem. However, previous research on health misinformation related to topics including vaccines, nutrition, and cancer has excluded physical activity despite it being highly searched for and discussed online.

Objective

This systematic review was designed to synthesize the existing literature focused on physical activity misinformation on social media in accordance with PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) 2020 guidelines.

Methods

Keyword searches were condu

SUBMITTER: Thomas DD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12547344 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature