Synopsis

A docuseries that investigates viral health trends, misinformation, and extreme wellness advice found on social media.

First Air Date: 2026-09-21

Last Air Date: 2026-09-21

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: BBC One

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Ep. 1: Is leg-lengthening surgery safe? (2026-09-21)

Stacey witnesses a shocking surgery in Miami where people have their legs broken to get six inches taller and questions if drinking toxic laundry powder can really cure joint pain.
Ep. 2: Is the carnivore diet good for you? (2026-09-28)

Stacey explores the controversial carnivore diet, popularised by Joe Rogan and Elon Musk, and discovers an online trend for 'nature’s Ozempic’.
Ep. 3: Can a drip make me younger? (2026-10-05)

Stacey explores whether celebrities like the Kardashians have discovered the fountain of youth in an IV drip and asks if buying skinny jabs on socials is dangerous.
Ep. 4: Is it dangerous to boost my testosterone?

Stacey meets young men who T-maxx – taking a ‘manhood shot’ of testosterone that pumps them up but can also reduce their sperm count, and questions if fast food can cure migraines.
Ep. 5: Can blue dye make me smarter?

Stacey explores meth blue, a textile dye that influencers claim can boost your brain power and shocks the doctors with their deepfake socials.
Ep. 6: Can dog deworming tablets cure cancer?

Stacey meets Mel, who’s hoping a shocking online claim could help with her stage four cancer, and the man whose recovery sparked the extraordinary global trend.