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IU, who is known for weighing around 44kg, revealed her uniquely small appetite.
On the 22nd, IU appeared as a guest on 'Yoo In Radio,' hosted by her best friend, Yoo In-na.
On this day, Yoo In-na asked about IU's lunch menu, jokingly saying, "What kind of bird feed did you eat? What did you peck at?"
IU replied, "I ate an apple and blueberries today," surprising everyone with her small appetite.
IU had previously revealed on her Youtube channel that she maintains a weight of about 44kg, drawing attention to her strict self-care and diet control.
IU's habits as a light eater were also seen in a video released on Chef Ahn Sungjae's Youtube channel released on the 15th.
In that video, IU introduced her simple and light recipe for 'Soft Tofu Cheese Pancakes.'
She explained, "When I get home after work, it's usually late at night. Since I can't always eat high-calorie foods I love when I have a busy schedule coming up, I found this recipe on Youtube."
IU added, "I like soft textures. Since it uses soft tofu, it's low in calories, but it's still tasty and doesn't make you gain much weight. I tried making it a few times and it's actually pretty good."
Back in 2024, IU also talked about her eating habits when she appeared on Moon Sanghoon's Youtube channel.
She said, "When I have a concert coming up, my stomach feels uncomfortable. So, I stock up porridge in the fridge."
She continued, "I chew my food a lot. Even my dentist tells me, 'Stop chewing so much. It's putting a strain on your teeth.' I think I chew about 150 times per bite."
Eating small portions slowly and chewing thoroughly are often considered effective methods for weight loss. IU's daily eating habits offer a glimpse into how she maintains her slim figure.
