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Takeru Kobayashi Retires From Competitive Eating, Citing Health Concerns

May 21, 2024 1 min read

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Takeru Kobayashi, a prominent figure in competitive eating and six-time Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champion, has announced his retirement from the sport. The 46-year-old revealed his decision in the Netflix documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut," citing health concerns as the primary reason. Doctors have discovered that Kobayashi's brain now reacts negatively to highly processed foods, triggering feelings of nausea and a lack of hunger.

Kobayashi's competitive eating career began in 2000, and he quickly rose to fame by setting numerous world records and earning significant prize money. However, over two decades of consuming large quantities of processed foods have taken a toll on his health. Kobayashi has lost his sense of smell and no longer feels hunger, leading him to focus on a healthier lifestyle with more nutritious foods in smaller portions. Despite his retirement, Kobayashi's impact on the competitive eating world remains significant, with several world records still in his name.

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