American Singer Kelly Clarkson used to weigh more than 92 kg, but now has a slim figure at the age of 42, thanks to a protein-rich diet and walking habit.
Kelly dramatically changed her lifestyle, switching to a healthy diet and increasing physical activity, especially after being diagnosed with prediabetes. She also moved to New York, looking for a fresh start after a difficult time in Los Angeles.
“This transformation not only helped me feel better physically, but also improved my spirit and enjoyed life and work more,” she said. Kelly doesn’t need to wear Spanx (shaping underwear), a sign of confidence and comfort with her new body.
Do not use Ozempic or lose weight due to health concerns
The female singer said she does not use Ozempic – a diabetes medication often used by many celebrities to lose weight, which causes many side effects. Kelly used to worry about thyroid problems and health conditions. She also received a prediabetes diagnosis. Realizing the need to change her image, she decided to lose weight.
Kelly is about 1.61 m tall and used to weigh more than 92 kg. In a TV show, she said “it felt like I was seeing a completely different person” when watching a previous video. Kelly did not disclose the amount of weight she lost, but reports put the estimate at more than 27 kg.
How Kelly Clarkson lost weight
Moving to a dynamic city like New York from 2023 has given Kelly the opportunity to increase physical activity through walking more in her daily life. She enjoyed simple moments like walking her dog in the park, enjoying ice cream with her daughter, and visiting museums. She realized that walking in the city is also an effective form of exercise.
Kelly also changed her diet and health care habits. These have assisted her in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially after being diagnosed with prediabetes. Listening to her doctor’s advice and maintaining a protein-rich diet helped her lose weight effectively. The female singer from Texas said she has a passion for meat and does not give up enjoying her favorite dishes.
She revealed that she changed her diet not only because of her weight, but also because of health problems related to autoimmune and thyroid diseases. Kelly no longer needs medication since February, after blood tests returned to normal.
She applies the Plant Paradox diet by Dr. Steven Gundry. The idea of this diet is to limit lectin, a protein found in common foods. Proponents of the plant paradox believe that this protein causes long-term health problems, such as obesity, chronic inflammation and immune disorders. According to the instructions, the practitioner will cut out foods such as wheat, beans, potatoes, nuts and milk. At the same time, they limit packaged foods, processed foods, and reduce sugar and calories.
Kelly emphasizes the importance of eating organically, without GMOs (genetically modified plants) and without using pesticides. She focuses on cooking and choosing foods carefully to support her health.
How does Kelly practice?
Kelly Clarkson does not often share specific workout schedules. In an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2020, she said she had periods of serious training, like kickboxing, when she felt strong. There are also times when she prefers to relax with a glass of wine rather than go to the gym.
Singer Kelly Clarkson. Image: NBC
Prioritize health care activities
Kelly Clarkson shares her newfound enthusiasm for infrared saunas. This method is praised for benefits such as improving sleep, reducing stress and beautifying the skin. Besides, she also likes to soak in cold water, a technique said to be beneficial for the heart and increase metabolism. She bought a cold plunge pool after being convinced by friends about its health benefits.
Maintain a healthy mindset about weight loss
Kelly Clarkson went through a challenging personal journey where she faced dark thoughts and miserable feelings. In an interview with the magazine Attitude Magazine, she admitted that despite her stable appearance, she had been unhappy for four years. This shows that mental health can have a profound effect on a person, no matter how they appear.
Kelly sought support from therapy, an important step in taking care of her mental health. she told the magazine Self that discussing with a professional gave her the tools to navigate life and look at problems from a different perspective.
Kelly describes the difficulties of finding clothes that fit her changing body, especially jeans. Losing weight has brought new challenges in finding the right outfit, but she still maintains her optimism and sense of humor.
Kelly Clarkson, born in 1982, is an American singer. She became famous in 2002 after winning the first season of American Idol. In a music career of nearly 20 years, the singer has won three Grammy awards, sold more than 25 million albums and 45 million singles worldwide. Billboardca praised Kelly as “one of the greatest pop singers”, And VH1 ranked her number 19 on the list of “100 Greatest Women in Music”.