Back in 2002, Kelly Clarkson won American Idol and skyrocketed to fame, captivating fans worldwide with her incredible voice and magnetic personality. Over the years, Kelly's life has been nothing short of extraordinary, but one aspect of her journey has captivated audiences more than ever—her dramatic weight loss transformation. In recent years, the powerhouse behind hits like “Breakaway” made headlines when she revealed her secret to shedding pounds without hitting the gym.
How Kelly Clarkson Lost Weight Without Hitting the Gym
It all came to light at the 2018 CMT Music Awards, where Kelly Clarkson looked absolutely stunning on the red carpet. When asked about her incredible transformation, she laughed it off, explaining that working out wasn’t part of her routine. “I’m not working out!” she told Extra during the event in June 2018. “People think I’m working out, but I’m like, ‘Nope, not joining any sports teams!’”
Instead, Kelly credited a life-changing book, The Plant Paradox, written by Dr. Steven R. Gundry, for her remarkable transformation. This book wasn't just about losing weight—it was about addressing serious health issues she was facing. “I read this book, and I followed its advice because I had an autoimmune disease and thyroid issues,” Kelly revealed. “Guess what? All my levels are back to normal now. I’m off medication, all thanks to this book called The Plant Paradox. It’s all about how we cook our food, avoiding GMOs, pesticides, and eating organic. And honestly, I haven’t worked out once!”
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Kelly Clarkson Opens Up About Weight Loss Medication
Fast forward to a May 2024 episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, and Kelly got candid with guest Whoopi Goldberg about another tool in her weight loss arsenal—a prescription medication. “It’s not what people think,” Kelly admitted. “I ended up having to take something because my blood work was terrible. My doctor kept pushing me for two years, but I was scared because of my thyroid issues. It’s not Ozempic, though. It’s something else entirely.”
She explained that the medication helps her body process sugar more effectively since her system struggles with it. “It’s something that aids in breaking down sugar. My body just doesn’t do that right on its own.”
Kelly also shared that her motivation to change her approach came after watching a video of herself performing at The Belasco Theatre in New York City. “We were watching this video at my house in New York, and I was like, ‘Who the f—k is that?’” she recalled. “It sounds crazy, but it was a wake-up call. I realized it was time for a change.”
Breaking Down the Plant Paradox Diet
The Plant Paradox diet is built on the idea that lectins, a protein found in certain foods, can be harmful to our health. According to WebMD, lectins are "anti-nutrients" linked to chronic conditions like obesity, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases. The diet eliminates foods high in lectins, including wheat, beans, potatoes, nuts, and dairy.
