Title: Extreme Measures Celebrities Take for Red Carpet Looks: From Dubious Cookie Diets to Invasive Colon Cleanses

Celebrities’ Extreme Diets: Risks and Revelations

Achieving red-carpet perfection often drives celebrities to extreme—and sometimes dangerous—dieting methods. From colon cleanses to cookie-based meal replacements, stars have tried it all. Here are some shocking stories:

1. Kourtney Kardashian – The Keto Diet

Kourtney Kardashian attempted the keto diet twice but abandoned it in 2020, citing improved well-being after quitting.

The keto diet, which emphasizes high-fat, low-carb foods, forces the body into ketosis—burning fat instead of glucose for energy. While effective for weight loss, Kourtney found it unsustainable. She now prioritizes balanced meals and exercise, telling Health magazine, “I noticed my body changed for the better when I quit.”

2. Ashton Kutcher – The Fruitarian Diet

Ashton Kutcher’s fruit-only diet for his role as Steve Jobs landed him in the hospital with pancreatic issues.

In 2013, Kutcher mimicked Jobs’ fruitarian regimen, consuming only raw fruits. Days before filming Jobs, he was hospitalized with severe pain and imbalanced pancreas levels. “It was really terrifying,” he admitted. The diet, lacking essential nutrients, highlights the risks of extreme restriction.

3. Jennifer Lopez & Gwyneth Paltrow – Colon Hydrotherapy

J.Lo and Paltrow swear by colon cleanses, despite no scientific proof of benefits.

Colon hydrotherapy—flushing the colon with water—is touted to detoxify and reduce bloating. Paltrow praised it on her Goop blog, calling it a way to “hydrate and irrigate your colon.” However, experts warn of dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.

4. Gwyneth Paltrow – The Goop Clean Program

Paltrow’s $475 cleanse involves shakes, supplements, and strict food restrictions.

The 3-week program eliminates gluten, dairy, and alcohol, replacing meals with shakes and 24 daily supplements. Paltrow claimed it made her feel “lighter,” but critics argue such cleanses risk nutrient deficiencies and unsustainable habits.

5. Reese Witherspoon & Jennifer Aniston – The Baby Food Diet

Aniston and Witherspoon allegedly ate 14 jars of baby food daily to slim down.

The diet replaces meals with low-calorie purées (80 calories per jar) and one adult meal. Reports linked it to Aniston’s 7-pound loss for Just Go With It, though nutritionists warn of inadequate calories and protein.

6. Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi – The Cookie Diet

Snooki ate six cookies and one meal daily, totaling 1,200 calories.

Dr. Sanford Siegal’s cookie diet promises weight loss via fiber-rich, amino acid-packed cookies. Snooki tried it in 2010, but critics note risks like malnutrition. Even Kim Kardashian distanced herself, calling it “unhealthy.”

Conclusion
While these diets may offer short-term results, many celebrities eventually pivot to balanced lifestyles. As Kourtney’s journey shows, extreme methods often come at a cost—healthier choices usually win in the end.

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