The beliefs of Professor Jeong Hee-won, who introduced the concept of 'slow aging' to the public, and Professor Lee Gye-ho, who made the shocking statement that drinking a lot of water can be dangerous, have collided.
Professor Jeong stated on social media on the 10th, "Recently, a broadcast introduced content stating, 'drinking a lot of water can cause a sudden death by cutting off the heart's electricity,' 'eating a lot of vegetables and fruits can cause hyponatremia,' and 'low-sodium diets can actually be dangerous,' increasing confusion," and noted, "I am also receiving many questions from those around me."
He continued, "The claim is often exaggerated medically or lacks scientific backing. Some can instill unnecessary fear about healthy eating habits, so I felt it necessary to correct it," and announced that he would host a live talk broadcast on the 11th at 9 p.m. with Professor Kim Se-jung, Director of the Korean Society of Nephrology and a nephrologist at Bundang Seoul National University Hospital, to discuss related content.
On the 6th, Professor Lee Gye-ho, who has studied harmful ingredients in food for 25 years, appeared on tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block.' He explained about 'drinking 2 liters of water a day,' saying, "If you strictly adhere to this, it can worsen your health," and "drinking a lot of water can dilute the sodium levels in the body, leading to hyponatremia."
He further warned, "When excessively consuming vegetables and fruits, which are believed to be good for the body, sodium can also be diluted due to excess hydration," and added, "If you follow an extreme low-sodium diet at the same time, the risks are doubled. Those who practice all three are at risk of hyponatremia, and in severe cases, problems can arise in the heart conduction system, leading to sudden cardiac arrest," emphasizing his point.
At that time, MC Yoo Jae-suk and Cho Sae-ho could not hide their surprise at the unexpected remarks, and after the broadcast, an intense debate over the safety of 'water, vegetables, and low-sodium diets' continued online. Ultimately, Professor Jeong Hee-won also stepped in. For netizens, 'You Quiz' provided an opportunity to acquire selective knowledge about various beliefs held by experts.
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