In 2005, Carrie Underwood emerged victorious as the winner of "American Idol," but her triumph was overshadowed by relentless scrutiny over her weight gain. Determined to meet society's impossible standards, Underwood resorted to extreme measures to shed pounds.
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During her time on the show, Underwood found herself entangled in a cycle of self-doubt fueled by online criticisms. Consumed by the opinions of others, she resorted to a restrictive diet, surviving on a mere 800 calories a day.
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