A young woman’s death has sparked renewed concern about extreme dieting and its hidden dangers. Karolina Krzyzak, a 27-year-old vegan, died after years of following a highly restrictive fruitarian diet.

She adopted the diet at 19. At the time, she struggled with body image and became drawn to the idea of “clean eating.” She later studied at Leeds University and continued traveling, eventually arriving in Bali in late 2024.

From the start, resort staff noticed her fragile condition. Her eyes appeared sunken. Her collarbone stood out sharply. Staff offered medical help. She refused. Instead, she asked them to serve only fruit.

After several days, a local café owner grew concerned. They had planned to meet and lost contact. When hotel staff checked her room, they found her unresponsive.

Krzyzak often shared her lifestyle online. She wrote about gratitude and personal awakening through veganism. However, the fruitarian diet excludes protein, fats, and essential nutrients. Over time, friends noticed severe weight loss, dental damage, and signs of malnutrition.

Her parents urged her to return home to Poland for treatment. She briefly did. Soon after, she resumed the same diet. Friends later said she needed medical and psychological support but felt validated by online communities.

At the time of her death, she reportedly weighed just 3.5 stone.

Her story offers a quiet but powerful reminder. Balance matters. Nutrition matters. And seeking help can save lives.