Eric Adams draws criticism for shirtless health promotion post

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has drawn significant social media criticism following a shirtless post on X intended to promote healthy living. In the post, Adams shared a photo of himself holding a cucumber and a red bell pepper to illustrate the benefits of a plant-based diet.

Adams stated that he is currently in a fitness competition with his son and credited his health improvements to nutrition, noting that a change in diet helped him manage diabetes after he nearly lost his eyesight. While some users initially suspected the image was AI-generated, AI detection services suggested the photo is likely authentic.

The post has been met with widespread ridicule and skepticism from internet users, with many criticizing the provocative nature of the imagery and the choice of vegetables used in the campaign.