Comedian Hong Yoon Hwa revealed shocking post-diet side effects after losing 40 kg, saying she now feels so cold her hands shake.
On the March 31 broadcast of the SBS variety show Same Bed, Different Dreams 2: You Are My Destiny, Hong visited a hospital with her husband, Kim Min-ki. She explained she sought medical advice because her body felt different after shedding 40 kg over about nine months.
"I’m not tired or depressed, but I’ve become much calmer than before, and my body feels unfamiliar," Hong shared. The most noticeable change, she said, is feeling cold. "I used to overheat and sweat a lot, but now I’m so cold my hands tremble."
A specialist responded, "Fat helps maintain body temperature, and your body is adapting after a rapid decrease," noting her current condition could be part of a recovery phase. However, regarding the tinnitus and sleep issues Hong mentioned, the doctor added, "It could also be due to a temporary nutritional imbalance that can occur during dieting."
Discussing other changes after the weight loss, Hong said she adjusted her diet to boost immunity and regained about 4 kg. The specialist cautioned, "If that pattern repeats, it can lead to rebound weight gain," urging caution instead. In closing, the doctor emphasized that long-term health requires weight maintenance and a balanced diet.
After the appointment, Hong headed straight to a health-food restaurant to sample dishes, expressing her resolve to "take care of my health while continuing to manage my weight."
Hong Yoon Hwa debuted in 2006 as an SBS comedian (8th special recruitment) and married Kim Min-ki in 2018.