description Super Size Me Overview
Super Size Me chronicles Morgan Spurlock’s experiment from February 1 to March 2, 2003, where he consumed exclusively McDonald’s fare for thirty days. The documentary details the resulting impact on his health and well-being while examining the fast food industry's practices regarding nutrition and corporate influence. It investigates the relationship between diet and physical changes.
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info Super Size Me Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2004 |
help Super Size Me FAQ
What rules did Morgan Spurlock follow during the Super Size Me experiment?
Spurlock ate exclusively at McDonald's for 30 days, from February 1 to March 2, 2003, consuming three meals per day. He had to eat every item on the menu at least once, only super-size his meal when specifically asked by staff, and limit his walking to roughly the average American's 5,000 steps per day.
What health effects did Morgan Spurlock experience during Super Size Me?
Over the 30-day experiment, Spurlock gained about 24.5 pounds and experienced liver damage, mood swings, and reduced sexual function. His doctors, including cardiologist Dr. Daryl Isaacs, monitored him throughout and expressed alarm at the rapid physical deterioration.
Was Super Size Me nominated for an Academy Award?
Yes, Super Size Me was nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 77th Academy Awards in 2005. It lost to Born into Brothels.
Did McDonald's discontinue its Super Size option because of the documentary?
McDonald's phased out its Super Size menu in the United States in 2004, shortly before the documentary's release, though the company denied that the film influenced its decision. The company cited simplification of its menu as the primary reason for the change.
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