Former WJSN member Dayoung has issued a warning about the side effects of diet pills.
On the 20th, Dayoung and Lee Chaeyeon appeared on the YouTube channel 'Yubin's Spotright'.
During the episode, the trio discussed the pressures of dieting in girl groups. Dayoung, who is currently pursuing a solo career, refused to eat a madeleine, stating, "I have a recording tomorrow. I've decided not to eat flour today. My manager brought me a banana earlier."
Lee Chaeyeon shared her experience post 'Goal Girl', saying, "I lost weight as the bulk came off. When playing soccer, I tend to eat more. Also, getting hit by the ball causes my fingers to swell." Yubin humorously added, "Soccer might not be the best exercise for idols. I gave up a lot while playing soccer. My legs are like those of an athlete now."
When asked about the most challenging aspect of group activities, Dayoung replied, "Dieting. It's hard when things don't go my way," revealing her struggles among members who didn't need to lose weight.
Lee Chaeyeon discussed her 'girl group diet' secrets, admitting, "When I was younger, I starved myself. I tried the 'Hollywood 24-hour' diet (consuming only no-cleanser juice) and often fainted. It's supposed to be done for two days, but I stretched it out and fainted on the third day."
Chaeyeon, who used to do the Hollywood 24-hour diet monthly, warned, "It's very dangerous. I don't recommend it. The sugar content is extreme. I used to eat one meal a day and fast, but now I manage my blood sugar and ensure I get enough protein."
She added, "Dieting often leads to seeking out herbal and conventional medicine. It's a problem to rely on them," Yubin emphasized.
Dayoung shared her own experience, "Around the age of 20, I started taking conventional medicine. Taking medicine for cosmetic purposes without a doctor's recommendation is something I strongly advise against."
Regarding the side effects of diet pills, Dayoung revealed, "I developed low blood pressure and felt dizzy. I would wake up with a five-second memory lapse. One morning, I got up and found myself on the floor. I almost hit my head and could have been seriously injured."
Having tried both conventional and herbal medicine, Dayoung advised, "I don't recommend either. Dieting with pills is not the way." Previously, Dayoung made headlines for losing 12kg for her solo album, showcasing her abs. Her current weight is reported to be 43.6kg.
Lee Chaeyeon also shared her struggles with lack of sleep and swelling during her time with IZ*ONE, saying, "Usually, during the first and second albums, celebrities struggle to adapt to irregular patterns, leading to swelling and weight gain. By the third album, they suddenly look better." Yubin and Dayoung agreed, drawing attention.
By Eunjeong Kim, TenAsia Reporter eun@tenasia.co.kr