Presenter Josie Gibson is taking on a unique challenge: living and eating like it’s the 1970s in a new two-part social experiment for Channel 5, The 1970s Diet (working title). The show explores whether the food habits of the ’70s could offer a solution to modern-day obesity.
Here’s the Lowdown: Gibson will follow a specially designed 1970s diet for two weeks, created by a medical doctor and nutritionist. This includes everything from portion sizes to exercise routines typical of the decade. The aim is to see if this retro approach leads to weight loss, improved health, and increased fitness.
What This Means Now: Obesity rates have skyrocketed since the 1970s. This series questions whether our modern approach to food and exercise is part of the problem. It taps into a growing interest in re-examining past lifestyles for potential health benefits.
The Bigger Picture: The show, produced by Orchard Studios, isn’t just about Gibson’s personal experience. She’ll explore 1970s food culture, from shopping at the local butcher to experiencing 70s drinking culture. The series also involves ordinary British households trying out 70s dishes and exercise trends. The central question is: Could a return to simpler eating habits be a key to better health, or could it also produce different problems?
