Billy Bob Thornton reveals the lifelong health battle behind his extreme diet
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Key Points:
- Billy Bob Thornton revealed on the "Howie Mandel Does Stuff" podcast that his restrictive diet is due to allergies to wheat, dairy, shellfish, and certain meats, as well as having the rare AB negative blood type which affects his digestion.
- Thornton shared that his dietary limitations have led to unconventional snack choices, such as dipping grapes in Dijon mustard, which he now enjoys regularly.
- The actor reflected on his past drastic body transformations for roles in the 1990s but stated he no longer undergoes such changes because they negatively impact his well-being.
- Thornton currently stars in the Paramount+ series "Landman," which explores the lives of roughnecks and billionaires in the Texas oil industry, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of those working in the fields.
- He noted the surprising number of workers in the oil industry who are ex-convicts or individuals with difficult pasts, earning substantial incomes to support their families and rebuild their lives.
