Actress Ye Ji-won Praises Olive Oil as 'Chronic Inflammation Cleaner' on 'The Body So Great'

Actress Ye Ji-won injected vitality into the JTBC health information program 'The Body So Great' by wittily describing olive oil as a 'chronic inflammation cleaner.'

The 15th episode, aired on the morning of the 27th, delved into the dangers of chronic inflammation, a major culprit of accelerated aging, and its management methods. The show used the 'NASA Twins Study' as an example to explain the impact of chronic inflammation on aging. It highlighted findings from comparing astronaut Scott Kelly, who stayed in space, with his twin brother Mark Kelly, who remained on Earth, revealing accelerated aging phenomena due to chronic inflammation, such as increased carotid artery thickness in Scott Kelly.

The program warned that chronic inflammation often progresses slowly without apparent symptoms, leading to more severe conditions. Common signs like increased belly fat, sleep disturbances, and unexplained joint pain were pointed out to raise viewer awareness.

Notably, Ye Ji-won's mother, Woo Seung-hee, introduced olive oil as a secret to slow aging. Olive oil is revered as a 'natural anti-inflammatory agent' due to its potent anti-inflammatory properties and is a key ingredient in the globally recognized Mediterranean diet, known for promoting healthy aging.

Ye Ji-won's mother, Woo Seung-hee, previously garnered significant attention for her youthful beauty at age 90 when she appeared on the SBS Plus and E channel co-produced variety show 'Just Because I'm Single' in May. Ye Ji-won mentioned she is a late child and her mother was born in 1937.

Medical professionals explained that olive oil offers various health benefits, including eliminating chronic inflammation, suppressing visceral fat, and preventing cardiovascular diseases. When Ye Ji-won learned of a study showing that consistent consumption can lower the risk of death from dementia by 28%, she exclaimed, "Olive oil really plays the role of a benefactor!", further enhancing the program's atmosphere. 'The Body So Great' airs every Saturday at 8:55 AM.

Ye Ji-won made her acting debut in the 1991 film 'Son of the General' and has consistently pursued her acting career. With her unique and captivating performances, she has left a strong impression in numerous productions. Recently, she has also been actively appearing on variety shows, connecting more closely with the public.