# Nostril Feeding Bags The K-E Diet is a Weight Loss Tactic Where Food Goes in the Nostril By Kevin Young | Published 2012-04-19 | Updated 2012-04-21 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k-e-diet References: [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/18/k-e-diet-does-it-work_n_1432790.html) & [k-ediet](http://k-ediet.com/) There are millions of starving people around the world yearning for a cup of porridge, but there are still those who reduce food intake using ‘K-E Diet’ to shed a couple of pounds. The K-E Diet is a controversial weight reduction method where a feeding tube burrows its way into someone’s nose. The intake is [800 calories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calorielens) and it helps people lose 20 pounds in only ten short days. The feeding tube, if not congested with mucous, delivers a slow and constant flow of powders comprised of [protein and fat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nkter-juice-bar-and-koia). K-E Diet users carry a handbag over the shoulder that holds the device for up to ten days. In the video, participant Jessica Schnaider has absolutely no problem doing the K-E Diet to shed some weight. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Controversial Weight Reduction Methods:** K-E Diet is one of the controversial weight reduction methods that gained attention. - **Alternative Weight Loss Techniques:** K-E Diet is an alternative weight loss technique that utilizes a feeding tube. - **Extreme Weight Loss Programs:** K-E Diet is an extreme weight loss program that can help people lose 20 pounds in just ten short days. ### Who This Affects Most - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can explore K-E Diet for potential weight loss solutions. - **Beauty and Fashion:** The beauty and fitness industry can utilize K-E Diet for rapid weight loss programs. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** The hospitality and tourism industry can offer K-E Diet as part of their spa and wellness packages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Tube Feeding Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-farms.md) - [Pre-Meal Weight Loss Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boost-premeal-hunger-support-shot.md) - [Wearable Weight Loss Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eopatch.md) - [Food-Monitoring AI Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codiet.md) - [Appetite-Curbing Vibrating Pills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrating-pills.md) - [Bio-Identical Ketone Shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenetik-performance-shots.md) - [Flavored Ketone Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenetics-ketone-drink.md) - [Nutrition-Focused Food Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caloriekit.md) - [Disposable Nose Vapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nose-vape.md)