The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds

Brides-to-be looking to shed that final 10, 15 or 20 pounds in order to fit into their dream wedding gown have taken a controversial approach to crash dieting that involves inserting a feeding tube into their noses for up to 10 days for a quick fix to rapid weight loss.

The K-E diet, which boasts promises of shedding 20 pounds in 10 days, is an increasingly popular alternative to ordinary calorie-counting programs. The program has dieters inserting a feeding tube into their nose that runs to the stomach. They're fed a constant slow drip of protein and fat, mixed with water, which contains zero carbohydrates and totals 800 calories a day. Body fat is burned off through a process called ketosis, which leaves muscle intact, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro of Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., said.

"It is a hunger-free, effective way of dieting," Di Pietro said. "Within a few hours and your hunger and appetite go away completely, so patients are actually not hungry at all for the whole 10 days. That's what is so amazing about this diet."

Di Pietro says patients are under a doctor's supervision, although they're not hospitalized during the dieting process. Instead, they carry the food solution with them, in a bag, like a purse, keeping the tube in their nose for 10 days straight. Di Pietro says there are few side effects.

"The main side effects are bad breath; there is some constipation because there is no fiber in the food," he said.

full story HERE

PurpleJedi said:

The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds

Brides-to-be looking to shed that final 10, 15 or 20 pounds in order to fit into their dream wedding gown have taken a controversial approach to crash dieting that involves inserting a feeding tube into their noses for up to 10 days for a quick fix to rapid weight loss.

The K-E diet, which boasts promises of shedding 20 pounds in 10 days, is an increasingly popular alternative to ordinary calorie-counting programs. The program has dieters inserting a feeding tube into their nose that runs to the stomach. They're fed a constant slow drip of protein and fat, mixed with water, which contains zero carbohydrates and totals 800 calories a day. Body fat is burned off through a process called ketosis, which leaves muscle intact, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro of Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., said.

"It is a hunger-free, effective way of dieting," Di Pietro said. "Within a few hours and your hunger and appetite go away completely, so patients are actually not hungry at all for the whole 10 days. That's what is so amazing about this diet."

Di Pietro says patients are under a doctor's supervision, although they're not hospitalized during the dieting process. Instead, they carry the food solution with them, in a bag, like a purse, keeping the tube in their nose for 10 days straight. Di Pietro says there are few side effects.

"The main side effects are bad breath; there is some constipation because there is no fiber in the food," he said.

full story HERE

Proof that this "doctor" is a moron. They aren't constipated because they aren't eating fiber. They aren't pooping because they're putting so little through their system. In order to make waste, you have to have something from which to make it. Dipshit.

Genesia said:

PurpleJedi said:

The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds

Brides-to-be looking to shed that final 10, 15 or 20 pounds in order to fit into their dream wedding gown have taken a controversial approach to crash dieting that involves inserting a feeding tube into their noses for up to 10 days for a quick fix to rapid weight loss.

The K-E diet, which boasts promises of shedding 20 pounds in 10 days, is an increasingly popular alternative to ordinary calorie-counting programs. The program has dieters inserting a feeding tube into their nose that runs to the stomach. They're fed a constant slow drip of protein and fat, mixed with water, which contains zero carbohydrates and totals 800 calories a day. Body fat is burned off through a process called ketosis, which leaves muscle intact, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro of Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., said.

"It is a hunger-free, effective way of dieting," Di Pietro said. "Within a few hours and your hunger and appetite go away completely, so patients are actually not hungry at all for the whole 10 days. That's what is so amazing about this diet."

Di Pietro says patients are under a doctor's supervision, although they're not hospitalized during the dieting process. Instead, they carry the food solution with them, in a bag, like a purse, keeping the tube in their nose for 10 days straight. Di Pietro says there are few side effects.

"The main side effects are bad breath; there is some constipation because there is no fiber in the food," he said.

full story HERE

Proof that this "doctor" is a moron. They aren't constipated because they aren't eating fiber. They aren't pooping because they're putting so little through their system. In order to make waste, you have to have something from which to make it. Dipshit.

True...true...

Genesia said:

PurpleJedi said:

The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds

Brides-to-be looking to shed that final 10, 15 or 20 pounds in order to fit into their dream wedding gown have taken a controversial approach to crash dieting that involves inserting a feeding tube into their noses for up to 10 days for a quick fix to rapid weight loss.

The K-E diet, which boasts promises of shedding 20 pounds in 10 days, is an increasingly popular alternative to ordinary calorie-counting programs. The program has dieters inserting a feeding tube into their nose that runs to the stomach. They're fed a constant slow drip of protein and fat, mixed with water, which contains zero carbohydrates and totals 800 calories a day. Body fat is burned off through a process called ketosis, which leaves muscle intact, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro of Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., said.

"It is a hunger-free, effective way of dieting," Di Pietro said. "Within a few hours and your hunger and appetite go away completely, so patients are actually not hungry at all for the whole 10 days. That's what is so amazing about this diet."

Di Pietro says patients are under a doctor's supervision, although they're not hospitalized during the dieting process. Instead, they carry the food solution with them, in a bag, like a purse, keeping the tube in their nose for 10 days straight. Di Pietro says there are few side effects.

"The main side effects are bad breath; there is some constipation because there is no fiber in the food," he said.

full story HERE

Proof that this "doctor" is a moron. They aren't constipated because they aren't eating fiber. They aren't pooping because they're putting so little through their system. In order to make waste, you have to have something from which to make it. Dipshit.

This!

Lawd hammercy...

Whatever happened to "making the dress fit you" instead of the opposite? I'm with Genesia on this one..

You wanna lose weight? Eat healthy and workout. That's still the best way.

That’s extreme. Really extreme. I can see how someone would be drawn to the idea, but I can’t fathom a doctor actually helping anyone do this.

Although, I’m starting a fairly extreme regimen myself this week. I will be consuming about 1000 calories per day, heavy on the protein and veggies, extremely low on carbs, ensuring I get all my needed vitamins and minerals with the goal being putting my body in ketosis as well. I’m a little apprehensive, but I also know it’s extremely effective and it will only last for about 4 months, give or take.

CarrieMpls said:

That’s extreme. Really extreme. I can see how someone would be drawn to the idea, but I can’t fathom a doctor actually helping anyone do this.

Although, I’m starting a fairly extreme regimen myself this week. I will be consuming about 1000 calories per day, heavy on the protein and veggies, extremely low on carbs, ensuring I get all my needed vitamins and minerals with the goal being putting my body in ketosis as well. I’m a little apprehensive, but I also know it’s extremely effective and it will only last for about 4 months, give or take.

The first two weeks of that kind of regimen are the worst. Prepare for a bad headache and extremely low energy (ketosis can disrupt your sleep) - and maybe a little diarrhea. A lot of people get constipated on a low-carb diet - for me, it's just the opposite.

And don't even try to work out - more than, say, going for a walk. You really aren't going to have the energy and it'll just make you feel worse. Let your body adjust and you'll be back to it about week 3.

When I did this years ago, I wanted a brownie every afternoon at 3 o'clock bad enough to kill for it. That lasted for about six weeks (I never caved). After that, it was a piece of cake (no pun intended).

Genesia said:

CarrieMpls said:

That’s extreme. Really extreme. I can see how someone would be drawn to the idea, but I can’t fathom a doctor actually helping anyone do this.

Although, I’m starting a fairly extreme regimen myself this week. I will be consuming about 1000 calories per day, heavy on the protein and veggies, extremely low on carbs, ensuring I get all my needed vitamins and minerals with the goal being putting my body in ketosis as well. I’m a little apprehensive, but I also know it’s extremely effective and it will only last for about 4 months, give or take.

The first two weeks of that kind of regimen are the worst. Prepare for a bad headache and extremely low energy (ketosis can disrupt your sleep) - and maybe a little diarrhea. A lot of people get constipated on a low-carb diet - for me, it's just the opposite.

And don't even try to work out - more than, say, going for a walk. You really aren't going to have the energy and it'll just make you feel worse. Let your body adjust and you'll be back to it about week 3.

When I did this years ago, I wanted a brownie every afternoon at 3 o'clock bad enough to kill for it. That lasted for about six weeks (I never caved). After that, it was a piece of cake (no pun intended).

Yup, I've spent about a week preparing already and I'm starting on Thursday. I know the worst will be the first few weeks and I don't plan on exercising until at least week 3, like you've pointed out. Then I'll probably just ride my bike to work and back when weather permits and go for walks when that doesn't work.

I lost 50 pounds in 2009 and I've maintained the loss (other than 10 pounds that I gain and lose every year or so - as soon as I feel my pants getting tight I go back to fewer calories and drop it off). But I'm still not in a "healthy" weight range and I can't seem to get myself there with my usual methods. So I'm trying this out.

I've shown myself that I can maintain, so I'm not worried about gaining it all back once it's gone. Still and all, this is going to be weird. Do-able, but weird.

Seeing the pic above as an example of what these dumb broads are doing takes me back to when my father was terminally ill with cancer and REQUIRED a feeding tube. So I'm extremely offended that women would go this route just to look cute on their wedding day.

missfee said:

Seeing the pic above as an example of what these dumb broads are doing takes me back to when my father was terminally ill with cancer and REQUIRED a feeding tube. So I'm extremely offended that women would go this route just to look cute on their wedding day.

PurpleJedi said:

The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds

Brides-to-be looking to shed that final 10, 15 or 20 pounds in order to fit into their dream wedding gown have taken a controversial approach to crash dieting that involves inserting a feeding tube into their noses for up to 10 days for a quick fix to rapid weight loss.

The K-E diet, which boasts promises of shedding 20 pounds in 10 days, is an increasingly popular alternative to ordinary calorie-counting programs. The program has dieters inserting a feeding tube into their nose that runs to the stomach. They're fed a constant slow drip of protein and fat, mixed with water, which contains zero carbohydrates and totals 800 calories a day. Body fat is burned off through a process called ketosis, which leaves muscle intact, Dr. Oliver Di Pietro of Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., said.

"It is a hunger-free, effective way of dieting," Di Pietro said. "Within a few hours and your hunger and appetite go away completely, so patients are actually not hungry at all for the whole 10 days. That's what is so amazing about this diet."

Di Pietro says patients are under a doctor's supervision, although they're not hospitalized during the dieting process. Instead, they carry the food solution with them, in a bag, like a purse, keeping the tube in their nose for 10 days straight. Di Pietro says there are few side effects.

"The main side effects are bad breath; there is some constipation because there is no fiber in the food," he said.

full story HERE

wow. that ain't right

PurpleJedi said:

missfee said:

Seeing the pic above as an example of what these dumb broads are doing takes me back to when my father was terminally ill with cancer and REQUIRED a feeding tube. So I'm extremely offended that women would go this route just to look cute on their wedding day.

Thanks.

missfee said:

Seeing the pic above as an example of what these dumb broads are doing takes me back to when my father was terminally ill with cancer and REQUIRED a feeding tube. So I'm extremely offended that women would go this route just to look cute on their wedding day.

Ain't that the truth?

I think the natural reaction would be to feel compassion for someone who needs a feeding tube. If I got my compassion on for someone, and it just turned out to be some bitch starving herself to fit into a wedding dress, I'd have to kick her in the knee. Sorry, baby - those are the rules.

Genesia said:

missfee said:

Seeing the pic above as an example of what these dumb broads are doing takes me back to when my father was terminally ill with cancer and REQUIRED a feeding tube. So I'm extremely offended that women would go this route just to look cute on their wedding day.

Ain't that the truth?

I think the natural reaction would be to feel compassion for someone who needs a feeding tube. If I got my compassion on for someone, and it just turned out to be some bitch starving herself to fit into a wedding dress, I'd have to kick her in the knee. Sorry, baby - those are the rules.

Thin...but limping down the aisle.

800 cals a day!

I'd go insane!

Genesia said:

CarrieMpls said:

That’s extreme. Really extreme. I can see how someone would be drawn to the idea, but I can’t fathom a doctor actually helping anyone do this.

Although, I’m starting a fairly extreme regimen myself this week. I will be consuming about 1000 calories per day, heavy on the protein and veggies, extremely low on carbs, ensuring I get all my needed vitamins and minerals with the goal being putting my body in ketosis as well. I’m a little apprehensive, but I also know it’s extremely effective and it will only last for about 4 months, give or take.

The first two weeks of that kind of regimen are the worst. Prepare for a bad headache and extremely low energy (ketosis can disrupt your sleep) - and maybe a little diarrhea. A lot of people get constipated on a low-carb diet - for me, it's just the opposite.

And don't even try to work out - more than, say, going for a walk. You really aren't going to have the energy and it'll just make you feel worse. Let your body adjust and you'll be back to it about week 3.

When I did this years ago, I wanted a brownie every afternoon at 3 o'clock bad enough to kill for it. That lasted for about six weeks (I never caved). After that, it was a piece of cake (no pun intended).

When I first tried this (maybe in 97?) those damned headaches felt like they would be the end of me.

I was still able to work out though, but taking carbs away made me sleepy all the time and totally ineffectual for doing anything else. For 2 weeks nothing but sleeping, eating, and working out- and trying to control those headaches in between.

How different is this from having your stomach stapled... Its all the result of being lazy and wanting a quick fix solution... I really dont see a difference...

^^^ Amen!

Judgmental much?

Having your stomach stapled because you’ve struggled for years with obesity and need help making changes for your health is a far cry from inserting a feeding tube to lose 10-15 pounds of vanity weight for a wedding.

^^^that.

tinaz said:

How different is this from having your stomach stapled... Its all the result of being lazy and wanting a quick fix solution... I really dont see a difference...

I was going to say that having gastric bypass & staples is (or should be) a last-ditch effort to save someone from dying from obesity.

Although...to be fair...this really isn't ALL that different from, say, the California diet or fasting...except for the "ick" factor associated from the feeding tubes. As it's been mentioned...feeding tubes are typically associated with illness & hospitalization. That's why it's so...I dunno...gross.

you two act like being obese is a cancer, stomach stapling is the chemo..

Im not gonna argue about it because everyone sees obesity differently.. I dont see it as a disease, so any "quick fix" like stomach stapeling isnt changing the "behaviour" of what got them there in the first place... While yes, they are around the corner from dying, they are not usually at the door and can loose the weight without such drastic measures... A very obese person can cut the calories down to 1500 and loose weight so fast their head will spin, but they dont want to have to deal with depravation of feeling hungry so they have the surgery..

So in a sense... the last 10lbs is usually the hardest to loose, so if this quick fix gets them there it ends up sounding the same to me..

They might into their dresses after that but they´ll smell bad and have funky breath. not very sexy.

That's not a prank?

It reads like some kind of hoax to me.

Having said that - wasn't it Maria Callas who intentionally infested herself with tapeworms to lose weight, and they slithered out of her when she got in the tub or something?