The 2023 'Body Experiment' has gained attention by highlighting self-experimenters who have taken it upon themselves to find their optimal health methods. In the midst of increasingly diverse and complex health information, SBS Special 'Body Experiment 2' returns to help viewers find the right path, airing on the 5th at 11 AM.
In Part 1, the notable dieter Kim Jong-won, who lost an impressive 40 kg from a starting weight of 135 kg, will be featured. In Part 2, the science communicator 'Exo (Lee Seon-ho)', known for making science accessible to the public, will participate as both a speaker and a self-experimenter, providing an entertaining experience that viewers can truly 'believe in.'
A Harvard Scientist Who Ate 720 Eggs in a Month
"This is a participatory game. There will be many people who feel curious and want to participate through my self-experiment." (Nick Norwitz, Harvard Medical School researcher)
Nick Norwitz, a researcher at Harvard Medical School, revealed an experiment where he ate a total of 720 eggs over a month, averaging one egg per hour. He has also continued experiments eating chocolate snacks, bacon, and more for dozens of days, capturing public interest. However, he has consistently announced that there were no health issues, raising the question: is his body different from others? Why does he continue these experiments? Let's hear directly from this eccentric self-experimenter.
The Savior of Dieters: The Sweet Trap of 'Zero' Foods
"I kept eating 'zero' snacks. It seems like my weight is stable, but could there be changes in areas that aren't visible?" (Kim Jong-won, SBS reporter)
Kim Jong-won, a reporter who gained attention for losing over 40 kg in just six months after ballooning to 135 kg during his time as a U.S. correspondent, attributes part of his success to so-called 'zero (substitute sugar)' foods. While he indulges in sugar-free, zero-calorie snacks, is there really no cost for this pleasure? Kim Jong-won challenges himself to a 'zero food cessation and consumption experiment' over four weeks.
Professor Lee Seon-jae, a gut microbiome expert and previous self-experimenter from the last broadcast (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, Department of Life Sciences), also steps in as a strong supporter. How will 'zero' foods change Kim's gut microbiome ecosystem?
The Magic of 12 Minutes a Day to Get Healthy Without Spending Money or Time
A new health method has emerged following intermittent fasting. This is known as 'VILPA (Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity)'. According to overseas research, engaging in several bouts of physical activity that leaves you breathless each day, such as walking your dog, running quickly during commutes, or climbing stairs, significantly reduces mortality rates.
Based on this, a special body experiment is set to take place. Three participants, who typically avoid exercise, will challenge themselves to 'VILPA' for 12 minutes a day over four weeks. With issues like being overweight and sky-high blood pressure and blood sugar levels, can these participants improve their health?
Can a Curved Back and Heavy Body Improve in Just One Month?
Experiments in daily life for those wanting a new body in the new year will also unfold, such as 'losing weight through genetic dieting' and 'restoring back health with proper posture'. First, participants will challenge themselves with a genetically tailored diet. They start with enthusiasm but begin to struggle with maintaining the diet, raising the question: will they successfully lose weight?
A webtoon artist, who would be second to none in terms of sitting time, embarks on a back health project. The experiment is simple: just maintain a straight posture with the neck and back upright. How much can back health improve just by maintaining proper posture instead of relying on treatment or exercise?
People who have embarked on self-experiments to find health methods that suit their bodies without being swept away by trends will reveal the intriguing results of their experiments in the SBS Special 'Body Experiment 2', airing on the 5th at 11 PM.
