Kim Seok-hoon Talks Brain Health on 'Three Perspectives'

Following his appearance on the show 'How Do You Play?' (놀면 뭐하니?), Kim Seok-hoon has entered a new phase of popularity, but he recently brought up unexpected concerns regarding brain health. The SBS health storytelling program 'Three Perspectives' has garnered attention for its unique format that explores health through historical, scientific, and medical lenses. The first episode focused on 'skin' and 'tranexamic acid,' featuring intriguing storytelling about the mysteries of Elizabeth I and the rediscovery of hemostatic agents, earning praise as a health program that promotes understanding, empathy, and actionable insights.

In the upcoming episode airing on May 18, the show will delve into the fundamental reasons behind our ability to breathe, drink water, and sleep, centering on 'cells' that manage the body's circulation, leading to a deeper exploration of health.

The first key topic of this episode is none other than 'zombie cells!' These cells, which neither die nor function properly, act as biological terrorists within the body, damaging surrounding cells. Particularly after the age of 40, the number of these cells increases dramatically and has been identified as a trigger for various chronic diseases such as diabetes, arthritis, dementia, and cardiovascular diseases, making it a hot topic in both scientific and pharmaceutical circles.

MC Kim Seok-hoon candidly shared, "Lately, I've been experiencing occasional forgetfulness," hinting at his own 'brain health crisis.' In response, Dr. Park Min-soo warned that brain cells are particularly vulnerable to zombie cells, and neglected cellular aging ultimately leads to cognitive decline.

What secrets of 'cellular rejuvenation' have captured the attention of billionaires? Harvard Medical School geneticist Professor Sinclair has been researching a particular substance for years, claiming that the key to restoring youth lies within our cells. Silicon Valley billionaire Bryan Johnson has been applying this research to his own body, following what he calls an 'anti-aging routine.'

At the heart of this is NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide), a precursor to NAD+, a substance related to our body's energy metabolism. Recent studies have been actively exploring the connection between NMN and the delay of cellular aging and recovery.

This episode will approach issues closely tied to modern health, such as cellular energy metabolism, inflammatory responses, and memory decline, from the perspective that these problems originate at the most fundamental unit: the cell. The concept of 'zombie cells' affecting surrounding tissues will be highlighted, along with scientific attempts to reset these cells.

'Three Perspectives' poses the philosophical question, "Who truly owns our bodies? The cells," aiming to shift the perspective on health while delivering a compelling message that 'aging is inevitable, but it can be delayed' through multidimensional storytelling that intersects history, science, and medicine.

The second episode of SBS's 'Three Perspectives' promises to engage viewers with satisfying storytelling that appeals to the senses, airing on May 18 at 8:35 AM.