On Wednesday, celebrated British journalist, broadcaster and advocate of the renowned 5:2 diet, Dr. Michael Mosley, was reported missing on the Greek island of Symi. Feared lost during a daytime walk, authorities have embarked on an intensified search for the intermittent fasting exponent.
Renowned Health Expert Goes Missing
Dr. Mosley, a distinguished 67-year-old who has contributed significantly to the global acceptance of intermittent fasting, particularly through the well-known 5:2 diet, was reported missing when he didn’t return from his afternoon walk along the coast. According to Reuters, the police reported that he set out on his excursion at about 1:30 p.m. with Pedi being his stated destination. Worries rose when by 7:30 p.m., he hadn’t made it back home, prompting his wife to raise the alarm.
Intensified Search Operation
Authorities responded by deploying resources from neighboring Rhodes including a police canine and a drone, aimed at scouring the comparatively small and rocky island. The search effort was further boosted on Thursday when a helicopter was sent from Athens to assist in the search.
However, the venture has not been without challenges. Dr. Mosley reported to have embarked on his hike along a notoriously difficult and rocky path close to the Agios Nikolaos beach. With a majority of Symi’s beaches accessible chiefly by boat, carrying out a thorough search has proven a test of resilience and ingenuity.
Heat Wave Complicates Search
In addition to the harsh, rocky terrain, the search is further complicated by a severe heatwave gripping the island. The area has been put under a heat advisory as temperatures are predicted to surge as high as 118 degrees Fahrenheit, according to BBC News. This formidable weather condition has added another layer of complexity to the ongoing search efforts.
Dr. Mosley’s Influence in Health and Nutrition
Dr. Mosley’s disappearance has resonated within the global health community where he is well respected for his broadcast work and writing. His 2013 publication, “The Fast Diet,” penned with journalist Mimi Spencer, cemented a trend known as the 5:2 diet. This diet essentially involves two days of greatly reduced caloric intake followed by five days of normal, healthy eating.
Known for always exploring new fronts, Dr. Mosley introduced the Fast 800 diet, a regime aimed at rapid weight loss. His frequent appearances on British television combined with a newspaper column on health have made him a reputable voice in the realm of nutrition and exercise.
Award-Winning Broadcast Career
The accomplished health guru isn’t only famous for his diet plans, but he has also made notable strides in broadcasting. Mosley has an Emmy Award to his name for his work on the BBC science documentary “The Human Face”. In this successful endeavor, he examined the science that underpins our understanding of beauty.
Dr. Mosley has also been the driving force behind several other television shows, most notably Channel 4’s “Who Made Britain Fat?” Through these platforms, his influence has reached millions in and outside the UK, adding to the high anticipation and concern regarding his safe return.
At this time, the search for Dr. Mosley continues amidst rising concerns and hope for his safe return.