He is also one of a new breed of food professional, the competitive eater.

Next we'll see some of the records held by competitive eaters.

She is considered the most successful female competitive eater in Japan.

Rick may be the only amateur competitive eater with a song written about him.

The event pits competitive eaters in a chicken wing eating contest.

It is a signal that successful competitive eaters are able, it seems, to disregard.

"I am told by competitive eaters and medical experts that if it's properly pulverized, you can eat anything," he said.

And tomato dishes will be served to attendees, including competitive eaters.

He has also gained international repute as a competitive eater.

It is run by competitive eaters and all proceeds and profits go to the founder of the organization.