By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Health (DOH) is considering interventions for “mukbang” videos on social media platforms, emphasizing that an immediate ban is not planned.
“We are looking into possible interventions, not an outright ban, although that is also an option,” said DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.
Domingo clarified that while creating video content is not inherently wrong in the digital age, there needs to be a balance.
The topic gained attention after the DOH mentioned the possibility of banning such content following the death of a content creator in Iligan City known for his food videos, where he consumed large amounts of food.
“There is no problem with making videos. We are not against content creators; we understand that this is the age of social media,” said Domingo.
He suggested following the “Pinggang Pinoy” guidelines, where half of the plate consists of fruits and vegetables, one-quarter carbohydrates like rice, and one-quarter meat or protein.
(el Amigo/mnm)
