Kelly Clarkson’s Weight Loss Journey: Everything You Need to Know
Kelly Clarkson is an American singer, songwriter, media personality, and author who catapulted to prominence after won the inaugural season of American Idol in 2002.
The singer’s weight has long been a source of controversy. Fans and media people have been quick to mock her for the changes in her appearance and stature. Clarkson, on the other hand, has never shied away from discussing her weight.In 2018, the Grammy winner flaunted her smaller shape and became the topic of the town once more. Yes, this stunning and gifted singer shed 37 pounds, piqued the interest of her trolls. How did she manage to shed so much weight so quickly? What was her weight-loss strategy?
Fortunately for those wondering how the singer achieved it, Clarkson isn’t one to keep secrets.
Kelly Clarkson’s Weight Loss Experience
Clarkson’s weight has fluctuated dramatically throughout the years. In an interview on the red carpet of the CMT Music Awards in 2018, the singer stated that she did not lose weight in the traditional sense.
Kelly Clarkson did not exercise.
When asked if she exercises and goes to the gym in an interview, the singer had a pretty amusing reaction. She wrote on Twitter:
“This is just in …. I still hate working out. I’m sweaty, red, and not any thinner . . . people say it’s good for your heart. … but people also say red wine is good for your heart. I mean, I’m just stating facts here people. Who am I to ignore science?! #cardi’versuswine.”
The American Idol winner shared her transformation secrets for the first time at the CMT Awards in 2018, citing a book called The Plant Paradox.
She stated:
“I read this book, it’s called the Plant Paradox by Steven R. Gundry, and it might not work for you, but it worked wonders for me. I’m, like, 37 pounds lighter. It is basically about how we cook our food, no pesticides, non-GMO, eating really organic”.
She chose an entirely plant-based diet, and almond flour and tapioca were two of her fav.
“I was the biggest girl in the American Idol cast. And I wasn’t big, but people would call me big. I’ve kind of always gotten that”.
Kelly Clarkson has learnt to ignore haters and rumours over the years.
“Too skinny, too fat, too blonde – so much blah. This is who I am and I am happy. Happy looks different on everyone”, she said in an interview with the Daily Mail.
After years of dealing with abuse and fat shaming, the singer is now much happier and healthier. Most importantly, she is at ease with her physique and maintains her optimistic attitude.
“If you gauge your life on what people think, you are going to be in a constant state of panic trying to please everyone” – Kelly Clarkson said in an interview with Redbook.
She suggests that individuals focus on their own life, happiness, and health and be happy with it.