As a seasoned gamer and a connoisseur of all things bizarre, I must admit that the world of competitive eating has always left me scratching my head in bewilderment. The sight of hot dogs being devoured by the dozen, the mess, the constant threat of regurgitation – it’s just not my cup of tea.
Despite it not being the Fourth of July, renowned eaters Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi nonetheless captivated Netflix viewers with their hot dog eating contest during the live Labor Day special titled “Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unresolved Rivalry“. Earlier this year, Kobayashi was also featured in another top Netflix film, “Hack Your Health: The Inner Workings of Your Body“, where he discussed the impact his career has had on his physical health. After hearing him talk about no longer experiencing hunger, it’s a hard pass for me.
Initially, I’d like to express that competitive eating, as it appears, doesn’t appeal in the least: Participants stuffing lumps of food into their mouths, the surrounding area turning into a mess, and the constant risk of someone throwing up. However, what might be even more disconcerting are the potential long-term consequences associated with such activities. In the book “Hack Your Health,” Takeru Kobayashi discussed his connection to food, stating:
It’s common to overhear folks expressing they’re hungry, followed by their obvious joy upon eating. I find myself envious towards them, as I no longer experience hunger myself.
It’s truly disheartening not to have the desire for food or derive pleasure from it, as he once did. In his documentary, he mentioned his past love for cakes and curry, but now, due to competitive eating, his brain seems to be perplexed when he consumes large amounts of food without being hungry and without savoring the taste.
It seems quite risky if one can’t sense hunger at all, as it might lead to instances like going three whole days without eating, as his wife pointed out. In contrast, Takeru Kobayashi remarked that…
I don’t think there’s anything healthy about what I do. I wonder what damage I’ve done to my body.
Despite any obstacles, Takeru Kobayashi was eager to compete against Joey Chestnut one more time on Labor Day, as these long-standing rivals met for the first time in 14 years. Chestnut, who was prohibited from participating in this year’s Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Independence Day, made sure his comeback would be worth the anticipation.
In the show titled “Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: The Unfinished Beef“, viewers were taken aback as Nikki Bella shared hosting duties. Remarkably, Joey Chestnut surpassed his own world record by consuming an astounding 83 wieners and buns. On the other hand, Takeru Kobayashi left many still in awe with his impressive tally of 66 hot dogs.
Joey Chestnut has shared in the past about the unpleasant bodily effects he experiences after consuming large amounts of processed meat. He likens it to feeling bloated after Thanksgiving dinner, but on a much worse scale. Additionally, he mentioned experiencing something like “meat sweats,” where his body produces hot dog-scented perspiration that seems to seep out of his pores and can be detected by those around him.
Listening to these competitive eaters talk about their profession has made me feel content with maintaining a moderate intake of hot dogs at the barbecue. Frankly, I can’t fathom disregarding my body’s signals of hunger and fullness. Moreover, I genuinely appreciate savoring my food.
Title up for streaming now: “Chestnut versus Kobayashi: The Incomplete Beef” – Don’t forget to explore other anticipated releases in the 2024 Netflix lineup!
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2024-09-03 21:09