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Watermelon for weight loss is a new trend that’s taking off on TikTok.

The watermelon diet is billed as a weight-loss and detox method that is attempted for several days in a row – some people commit to it for three, five or even seven days.

On TikTok, multiple creators have documented their experiences with this technique, marking several pounds of weight loss at the end of their "fast."

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While watermelon is great for hydration and can be a healthy snack option, some warn that limiting the body to low-calorie fruit can pose risks.

Dr. Mark Hyman, a Texas-based physician and co-founder at Function Health, commented on this trend in

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