A 38-year-old YouTuber, Jake Moscato, experimented with a 60-day diet of only red meat and salt, aiming to become a "superhero." However, within days, he experienced negative effects. He modified the diet with gelato, snacks, and fast food due to intestinal issues and limited restaurant options.
Moscato reported anxiety, chest pains, stomach issues, and mild depression.
Blood tests after 60 days showed weight loss but increased cholesterol (from 157 mg to 169 mg). LDL ("bad") cholesterol rose from 67 mg to 92 mg, while HDL ("good") cholesterol decreased from 81 mg to 69 mg.
Luca Piretta, a gastroenterologist and nutritionist, warns of serious health consequences from such diets, citing increased risks of cancer and heart disease. He emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet with vegetables and limited red meat intake.
Piretta advises against following online diet trends and consulting inexperienced individuals, stressing that diets should be tailored to individual needs.