This discussion on r/OutOfTheLoop explains that the recent hype around steak dipped in eggs is just another twist in the ongoing cycle of viral food trends fueled by social media algorithms and right-wing health influencers. Essentially, this dish is part of a broader surge in popularity for high-protein, keto, and meat-based diets that have been circulating for a few years now. Influencers, some with extreme views and pseudo-health advice, are pushing trends like this by linking them to a nostalgic ideal of “traditional” eating (often spurred by political movements like the RFK nomination), rather than evidence-based nutrition. In the end, while a steak and egg breakfast might be a fun, decadent treat and a hit on TikTok, it isn’t really a miracle health food—and a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, and exercise is still the way to go.

• The steak dipped in eggs trend is a flash fad, popularized by TikTok and driven by algorithm preferences.
• High-protein, paleo, keto, and meat-based diets have been rising in popularity over the past five years.
• Right-wing influencers and some bot campaigns are reviving these “traditional” diets, sometimes promoting extreme and unbalanced eating habits.
• Older, more balanced health advice still holds: eat a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, and exercise regularly.
• There are even other odd trends circulating, such as giving babies pure butter before sleep, which health authorities warn against.
• Some versions of steak and eggs have been around for ages in places like Hawaii, showing that it isn't entirely new to culinary traditions.

Why did the steak and eggs go viral? Because it decided to "dip" its way into our algorithms—talk about a real meaty influencer!
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