Actress Yoon Seung-ah shared her daily routine focused on body management even in the new year.
Recently, a video showcasing Yoon Seung-ah's daily life was posted on her YouTube channel. In the video, Yoon Seung-ah starts her day at 6:30 AM, practicing exercise and diet management.
Yoon Seung-ah prepared a healthy meal topped with eggs and arugula on a tortilla. She mentioned, "An apple is something I can never skip in my routine," as she made sure to eat an apple. Notably, her effort to stay away from cola is commendable. Yoon Seung-ah stated, "Since the new year, I haven't drunk cola yet."
Afterward, Yoon Seung-ah burned calories with Gyrotonic exercises. She successfully lost 17kg after giving birth but continues to manage her weight, and we look into her secrets.
What Happens to the Body When You Stay Away from Diet Cola?
Staying away from cola, like Yoon Seung-ah, can be beneficial for dieting and blood sugar management. It’s hard to resist the refreshing taste of carbonated drinks, but a can of cola contains over 10g of sugar. Frequent consumption can increase the risk of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.
So, what about diet cola, which replaces sugar with artificial sweeteners? This method can avoid the side effects of sugar, but it’s difficult to avoid tooth erosion caused by carbonation. Artificial sweeteners commonly used in diet cola, such as aspartame, can have various negative health effects. Diet cola contains artificial sweeteners like aspartame, which provides a strong sweetness with much less quantity than sugar.
However, it’s best to consume diet cola in moderation. According to a study published in the international journal 《Nutrition Reviews》 in 2017, even consuming the recommended amount of aspartame can lead to various health issues. This is because aspartame increases reactive oxygen species in the body, causing oxidative stress. Reactive oxygen species can damage cells in the body, promoting inflammation and aging.
Excessive intake can also harm liver health. A study published in 2008 found that people who consumed diet carbonated drinks had a higher likelihood of fat infiltration in the liver compared to those who drank regular carbonated drinks. Fat infiltration in the liver can lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. On the other hand, there are also studies suggesting that aspartame is harmless to health. Since there is no clear evidence of the harmfulness of aspartame, it’s important to maintain an appropriate intake level.
Gyrotonic: Good for Posture Correction and Spine Strengthening
Along with these efforts, increasing physical activity can make fat removal more effective. Gyrotonic, which Yoon Seung-ah practices, is an exercise that uses equipment designed based on human biomechanics to engage all muscles in the body. Gyro (Gyro) means all directions in three dimensions. Tonic (tonic) refers to muscle contraction and relaxation.
Gyrotonic involves many movements that utilize circular, spiral, and passive motions. Overall, it increases body movement, strengthens the spine, and expands the range of motion in the joints. It is effective for posture correction, spinal alignment, blood circulation, reducing swelling, and increasing basal metabolic rate.
However, beginners should learn the correct posture. Gyrotonic uses specially designed equipment. The equipment should be chosen according to skill level and purpose. Performing movements with incorrect posture can lead to injuries and pain. Stretching before and after exercise is also essential.
