The Eye-Opening Journey of a Fast-Food Diet: A Look at 'Super Size Me'
'Super Size Me' provides a shocking, personal look at the detrimental effects of a fast-food diet.
4 Sept 2023
Super Size Me
2004• 100 minPG-13
6.7/ 10(1,814 ratings)• TMDB
Synopsis
Spurlock consumed an average of 5,000 calories per day over 30 days, leading to a weight gain of 24.5 pounds and serious health issues.
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Morgan Spurlock begins his month-long experiment on February 1, 2003, by eating only McDonald's food three times a day. He consults three doctors, including cardiologist Stephen Siegel, who monitor his health throughout the process. By March 2, Spurlock has gained 24.5 pounds and faces serious health issues, including elevated cholesterol and mood swings. The film critiques the fast food industry's influence on American eating habits, prompted by a lawsuit against McDonald's related to childhood obesity.
What Critics Say
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The documentary caused a sensation at Sundance 2004 and allegedly inspired McDonald's to discontinue its super size promotions. Spurlock's weight balloons 30 pounds, his cholesterol goes up 65 points, and he has symptoms of toxic shock to his liver.
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Why Watch
- See Morgan Spurlock's drastic health changes in 30 days.
- Find out how fast food affects physical and mental health.
- Meet the fast food industry's impact on American obesity.
Did You Know
- Spurlock gained 24.5 pounds during his 30-day McDonald's diet.
- He consumed an average of 5,000 kcal per day, equivalent to 9.26 Big Macs.
- Spurlock walked about 2 kilometers (1.5 miles) daily during the experiment.
- The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
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Fast food criticsHealth and nutrition enthusiastsDocumentary film lovers
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the average daily caloric intake of Morgan Spurlock during his experiment?
Spurlock claimed to have consumed an average of 5,000 kcal per day during the experiment.
How much weight did Morgan Spurlock gain by the end of his 30-day McDonald's diet?
At the end of the experiment, Spurlock had gained 24.5 pounds (11.1 kg), a 13% body mass increase.
What health issues did Morgan Spurlock experience during his 30-day diet?
Spurlock experienced mood swings, sexual dysfunction, and fat accumulation in his liver.
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