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I Ate Like Warren Buffett for a Week and My Body Paid the Price

A Business Insider reporter undertook a five-day experiment to eat like Warren Buffett, the legendary investor known for his unconventional and unhealthy diet. Buffett’s daily routine reportedly includes drinking about five cans of Coca-Cola products, eating fast food breakfasts influenced by stock market trends, and consuming heavily salted and sugary meals. The reporter followed these habits closely, including Cherry Coke consumption, McDonald's breakfasts, indulgent lunches, and rich dinners, while avoiding vegetables and alcohol.

Throughout the week, the reporter experienced significant negative health effects such as extreme sugar crashes, sluggishness, mood swings, bloating, and stomach cramps. Despite these challenges, the reporter managed to complete daily runs but noted a marked decline in physical performance and overall well-being. The experiment culminated in a high-calorie dinner at Smith & Wollensky, Buffett’s favored New York City restaurant, where the reporter indulged in a large rib-eye steak and seafood, breaking some of Buffett’s dietary rules.

The reporter concluded that Buffett’s diet is not suitable for most people and emphasized the importance of personalized nutrition. The experience underscored Buffett’s unique physiology and tolerance, contrasting sharply with the reporter’s adverse reactions. The story also touched on Buffett’s investment ties to the food brands featured in his diet, raising questions about the interplay between personal habits and business interests.

[This story has been fact-checked by the following media: Business Insider, Bloomberg, Fortune]