In a surprising twist, Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has shed her stringent dietary restrictions, indulging in beloved staples like sourdough bread, pasta, and cheese. This comes after years of adhering to a rigorous paleo diet.

Paltrow, who has carved out a niche as a health and wellness guru, opened up about her culinary evolution in her latest Goop podcast. Reflecting on her time spent on a "hardcore macrobiotic" diet, she described it as an intense phase focused on eating "very, very healthily." "It was an interesting chapter," Paltrow shared.

Her journey into the world of wellness began with a personal motive, sparked by her father's battle with throat cancer. Now, she’s embracing a wider array of food choices, moving away from the restrictive habits of her past.

She elaborated on the principles of macrobiotics, explaining that it promotes eating locally-sourced, seasonal foods—think lots of fish, vegetables, and rice, but no dairy or sugar. "I might have gotten a little didactic about it" during that phase, she admitted, eager to share her newfound knowledge with family and friends.

As time went on, Paltrow acknowledged that her relationship with food became more complex, particularly in light of issues like inflammation and health challenges. "Brad and I adopted the paleo diet a few years ago, but honestly, I'm a bit over it now," she confessed, referencing her husband Brad Falchuk.

Now, the actress is delighting in the pleasures of sourdough and cheese. "I’ve even added in a little pasta after being so strict for a while!" Paltrow said. She believes in a nutritious starting point: consuming whole and fresh foods, something that even top health experts wouldn't disagree with.

Dietitian Priya Tew praised Paltrow's shift towards a more balanced diet. "This is definitely a good thing," she remarked, highlighting the importance of carbohydrates for energy, gut health, and overall meal enjoyment. Tew emphasized the need for dietary diversity, noting that cutting out entire food groups can be detrimental to health.

Having recently stepped away from the Hollywood limelight to focus on her wellness brand, Paltrow is making her cinematic return alongside Timothée Chalamet in the upcoming sports action film *Marty Supreme*. With a storied career that includes an Oscar for *Shakespeare in Love* and appearances in various iconic films, her evolution in both diet and film is attracting considerable attention.