Ai Videos: The Latest Go-To For Basic Life Hacks

AI Advice: The New Mentor for Everyday Questions

Ever puzzled over where to stash your bananas or how to divvy up the bill on a first date? You're not alone. A new trend is sweeping social media, where adults are flocking to AI-generated videos for answers to these everyday conundrums. Simple life skills, from understanding skincare routines to figuring out which foods are the healthiest, are now just a click away thanks to AI.

Why It Matters

The boom of AI content is reshaping how we live – and the media we consume. Instagram accounts like foodsimpyt are at the forefront of this movement, offering AI-driven life advice that's resonating with millions. However, the rise of AI doesn't come without its share of concerns. Experts warn about the broader impacts on our critical thinking and learning abilities. As a study in the journal Societies (January 2025) points out, dependency on AI could be dumbing down our thinking capacity.

“Am I really learning, or just relying too much on AI?” muses one social media user.

Another study from MIT found users of AI platforms like ChatGPT exhibited lower brain activity when writing essays compared to those who didn’t lean on AI assistance. The journal Frontiers in Psychology also hints that frequent AI use might impact memory.

What You Need to Know

Despite these concerns, AI-generated advice videos have surged in popularity for teaching basic life skills. They range from tutorials on boiling pasta to warnings about storing bread in the fridge. These videos have become a viral sensation, not just for their utility but their shareability and entertainment value.

Take the viral video of an AI-animated steak – viewed 17 million times – reminding its audience how to cut it properly. Or consider the Instagram sensation where a loaf of AI bread bemoans the loss of moisture in the fridge, racking up 130,000 views. These videos blend humor with helpfulness, drawing audiences in droves.

The Viral Factor

Many of these AI creations frame foods as rivals, like a sassy sea salt claiming superiority over "bleach poison dust" table salt, captivating 8.5 million viewers. The interactions often mimic humorous arguments, like dark chocolate boasting over its white counterpart.

But it’s not just culinary advice making waves. One popular video from Modern Cheat Codes on Instagram advises against splitting the bill on a date, while Doctor Buddy's post on hair care tips has 15 million views. These videos aren't just educating; they're shaping viewer behavior and social norms.

What People Are Saying

The reactions are varied. "This is the best account! I'm learning so much," one user commented on an AI kitchen tools advice video. Others are celebrating the creative application of AI, with one viewer raving, "These are the best use of AI."

The Road Ahead

The sustainability of this trend and its long-term effects remain to be seen. Will AI advice continue to dominate our feeds, or will we see a shift back to more traditional learning methods? Only time will tell.