Vegans list

 

Fatal Cases Linked to Extreme Vegan Diets
Name	Location/Year	Diet Details	Background & Issues (Cause of Death)
Karolina Krzyżak	Indonesia/2025	Raw fruits only (often 1/day) for "pure lifestyle" in Bali.	27-year-old Polish woman; severe malnutrition/exhaustion from caloric/nutrient deficits (B12, protein, fats); weighed <23 kg (~50 lbs) with organ failure/decayed teeth. Refused medical help; direct diet link per reports.
Zhanna Samsonova (D'Art)	Malaysia/2023	Raw fruits (durian/jackfruit), sprouts, juices only; no water for 6 years (10+ years total).	39-year-old Russian influencer; starvation + "cholera-like infection" from exhaustion; weighed ~40 kg with swollen legs/oozing lymph. Refused intervention despite warnings; family/autopsy tied to deficiencies.
H. Jay Dinshah	USA/2000	Strict vegan (no animal products) for 23 years post-vegetarianism.	66-year-old founder of American Vegan Society; sudden heart attack. Debated link to potential long-term B12/omega-3 gaps (common in unsupplemented vegans), but no autopsy confirmation—critics cite as "vegan risk," though heart issues occur across diets.
Steve Jobs	USA/2011	Restrictive fruitarian (raw fruits, carrots/apples only for weeks; minimal protein/fats/grains) for years.	56-year-old Apple co-founder; metastatic pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (PNET) after 9-month delay in surgery for alternative treatments (juices, acupuncture). Extreme diet contributed to frailty/weight loss but did not cause cancer or death—oncologists blame treatment delay. Not truly "vegan" (fruitarian phase).
Sheila Michael	Unverified (possibly USA, ~2015)	Alleged raw vegan juices/fruits in cult context.	No credible records; searches yield unrelated Facebook posts/obituaries. Likely misattribution to child neglect cases (e.g., Sheila O'Leary, alive convict). Cannot
James Deem	Unverified (possibly USA, ~2019)	Alleged raw vegan with low calories in a spiritual group.	No matches; results point to author James confirm background/issues or death. Deem (kids' history books) or unrelated deaths. Likely fabrication/misremember; no verifiable background or diet-linked death.
Survivors with Reported Health Issues Linked to Restrictive Vegan Diets
Name	Background & Issues	Recovery Details	Status (2025)
Ashton Kutcher	Actor (Jobs film prep, 2013); strict fruitarian (raw fruits, nuts, seeds, carrot juice) for 1 month. Acute pancreatitis (inflammation, severe pain, pancreas imbalance) from low protein/fats.	Hospitalized (IV fluids, painkillers); quit for omnivorous diet. Full recovery in weeks; no lasting damage.	Alive; acting/producing.
Yovana Mendoza (Rawvana)	Mexican-American YouTuber (1.3M+ subs, 6+ years raw vegan); 25-day water fast. SIBO, anemia (low iron), amenorrhea (no periods 2+ years), fatigue, candida, hormone issues from B12/protein gaps.	Added eggs/fish (2019); resolved in months. Now flexible omnivore; shares recovery on YouTube.	Alive; content creator.
Tim Shieff (The Vegan Prince)	British freerunner/YouTuber (175K+ subs, 6+ years vegan). Chronic fatigue, brain fog, depression, poor muscle recovery, joint stiffness from B12/trauma-linked absorption issues.	Added salmon/eggs (2018); emotional healing boosted results. Now omnivorous; advocates balance.	Alive; freerunning/content.
Loni Jane Anthony	Australian Instagrammer (400K+ followers, 8 years high-carb raw vegan incl. pregnancies). Fatigue, digestive strain, low B12/iron risks; son monitored for deficiencies.	Quit 2022; added eggs/meat for energy/family. Improved vitality.	Alive; family influencer.
Alyse Parker	U.S. influencer (The Seasonal Diet, 100K+ followers; years raw/plant-based). SIBO, anemia, extreme fatigue, weakened immunity (30% recovery odds if continued) from iron/B12 lows.	Antibiotics + animal proteins (2018); resolved over months. Now mostly omnivore.	Alive; wellness coaching.
Sylvia Karpagam	Indian public health MD (The Great Indian Diet author; strict whole-food vegan). Accused of promoting "malnutrition" via anti-dairy advocacy (no personal crises; speculation on protein/calcium gaps for followers).	N/A (no issues reported; emphasizes supplements). Continues balanced veganism.	Alive; clinician/activist.
Liam Hemsworth	Australian actor (Hunger Games, years vegan). Kidney stones, severe lethargy/pain needing surgery (2019) from high-oxalate plants (spinach/nuts) without balance.	Post-surgery animal proteins; symptoms gone quickly. Now omnivorous.	Alive; film roles.
Miley Cyrus	Singer/actress (vegan since 2013). "Brain fog," low energy/mental clarity (2020) from omega-3/protein shortfalls.	Reintroduced fish/omegas; "reboot" effect. Flexible diet now.	Alive; touring/music.
Mike Tyson	Boxer (vegan 2010–2020). Initial benefits reversed: fatigue, poor recovery, "no results" from nutrient deficits.	Returned to meat; regained strength for comeback.	Alive; boxing/promos.
Bear Grylls	Survival expert (vegan 2014–2019). Exhaustion, low immunity, muscle loss during activities from calorie/protein lacks.	Added meat/fish; "body felt better" for training. Plant-forward omnivore.	Alive; TV/hosting.
Anne Hathaway	Actress (years vegan). Pregnancy fatigue, "brain reboot" need (2019) from iron/B12 deficiencies.	Added eggs/meat; energy stabilized. Ethical flexible eating.	Alive; acting/producing.
Lizzo	Singer/rapper (intermittent vegan). Nutrient gaps causing weight fluctuations, low energy, hormone imbalances (2024).	Flexible plant-heavy + occasional meat; better mood.	Alive; music/touring.
Serena Williams	Tennis legend (vegan post-2020 retirement). Post-pregnancy anemia/fatigue (2022) from iron/calcium shortfalls.	Added poultry/eggs; normalized via bloodwork.	Alive; advocacy/retired.
Channing Tatum	Actor (Magic Mike, 2+ years vegan). Joint pain, slow workout recovery, mood dips (2023) from omega-3/protein lacks.	Reintroduced fish; "joints oiled." Plant-forward omnivore.	Alive; films/directing.
Jenna Ortega	Actress (Wednesday, teen vegan). Low energy, growth stalls (2022) from unmet needs during filming.	Added fish; met nutrition for schedules.	Alive; rising star.
Kristen Bell	Actress (The Good Place, lifelong near-vegan vegetarian). B12 deficiency causing fatigue/anemia (2019), impacting family.	Occasional meat; symptoms resolved.	Alive; voice acting/family.
Alexandra Jamieson	Author (Vegan Body Revolution; 12 years raw vegan). SIBO, bloating, fatigue, brain fog, appetite loss (2005–2010s) from gut imbalances.	Omnivorous shift (2009); gut healed with proteins. Intuitive eating coach.	Alive; wellness expert.

Vegetarians

Name	Background & Issues	Recovery Details	Status (2025)
Madonna	Pop icon (lifelong vegetarian, 1980s–2000s; macrobiotic phase with grains/veggies only). Gallbladder issues, chronic fatigue, and weight loss (2009) from low calories/protein; speculated B12/iron gaps.	Added fish/eggs; stabilized energy. Now flexible plant-based.	Alive; touring.
Sting	Musician (vegetarian since 1970s; macrobiotic for years). Severe fatigue, muscle weakness, and joint pain (1990s) from low omega-3s/protein; admitted to "near-collapse" during tours.	Incorporated fish; symptoms resolved. Pescatarian now.	Alive; performing.
Bryan Adams	Rocker (strict vegetarian 1980s–2010s). Chronic fatigue syndrome-like symptoms and skin issues (2000s) linked to iron/B12 deficiencies; quit after doctor warning.	Returned to meat/fish; "life-changing" energy boost. Omnivore.	Alive; touring.
Natalie Portman	Actress (raised vegetarian; raw phases in 2000s). Anemia and hair loss (2010s) from unmet iron needs during filming; monitored but flagged risks.	Added eggs/dairy variety; resolved with bloodwork. Flexible vegetarian.	Alive; producing.
Woody Harrelson	Actor (raw vegetarian 1980s–1990s; fruit/veggie-only). Digestive issues (SIBO-like) and low energy (1990s) from fiber overload/low fats; briefly hospitalized.	Added cooked foods/nuts; balanced raw. Still vegetarian.	Alive; acting.
Heather Mills	Activist (vegetarian post-accident, 1990s). Osteoporosis scare (2010s) from low calcium/D without dairy; advocated supplements after diagnosis.	Fortified foods/supplements; bone density improved. Vegetarian advocate.	Alive; campaigning.
Bill Clinton	Ex-President (vegetarian post-2010 heart surgery; plant-heavy low-fat). Initial weight loss but fatigue/dizziness (2011) from low protein/calories; adjusted after doctor input.	Added fish/eggs; sustained health benefits. Mostly plant-based.	Alive; philanthropy.
Ellen DeGeneres	Comedian (vegetarian 2000s; shifted vegan then back). B12-related fatigue and mood dips (2010s); quit strict phase after health scare.	Omnivorous tweaks; better vitality.	Alive; retired show.
Mike Tyson	Boxer (vegetarian 2009–2010s phases). Muscle cramps and recovery delays (2010s) from low creatine/iron; linked to pre-fight anemia scares.	Returned to meat; performance improved. Omnivore.	Alive; media.
Martina Navratilova	Tennis legend (vegetarian since 1980s). Iron deficiency anemia (2000s) causing fatigue during training; monitored via blood tests.	Iron-rich plants + supplements; resolved. Lifelong vegetarian.	Alive; coaching.
Albert Einstein	Physicist (late-life vegetarian, 1950s). Digestive complaints and fatigue (anecdotal, post-1954); speculated B12 gaps, but unconfirmed—died of aneurysm.	N/A (historical; no modern recovery).	Deceased (1955).
George Bernard Shaw	Playwright (lifelong vegetarian, 1880s–1950s). Hypochondria-like health worries (anecdotal); critics linked to "nerve issues" from low B12, but unverified—died at 94.	N/A (historical).	Deceased (1950).