India, July 7 -- Gen Z is starting to adopt a bizarre new habit on TikTok called 'fridge cigarette', which is not related to smoking. It's a way of reaching into the refrigerator, getting a cold Diet Coke, and enjoying it as a calming ritual after a long day. The clips featuring phrases such as 'Time for my afternoon fridge cigarette' or 'Just a little something to take the edge off' have become popular, garnering thousands of likes.

For numerous young adults, this simple soda routine resembles the nature of a smoke break, a time to pause, rejuvenate, and feel centered, as per Fox News.

Experts suggest that the attraction comes from the sensory experience, the sound of the can opening, the carbonation, and the refreshing taste, which is...