A weight loss journey could be inspired by many different reasons, but after suffering most of her life with her weight and suffering from multiple sclerosis complications, one woman lost an incredible seven stone five pounds, and she credited her weight loss to a simple dieting plan - what was it?

Vicky Robson, 38, from Reading struggled with her weight all of her life and would regularly binge on snacks such as crisps, cake, cheese and biscuits before overhauling her diet and dropping the weight.

Reading local, Vicky knew that losing weight would help alleviate the pain she suffered daily with multiple sclerosis but didnt know where to seek help from until she discovered a particular diet plan.

Id struggled with my weight all my life, I weighed 12st at the age of 12 and my struggles continued well into adulthood, she revealed.

By this point Id tried a variety of diets, slimming clubs and meal replacement plans but without any support.

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It wasnt until 2015 that Vicky experienced a wake-up call, she said: In May 2015 I was feeling low, I was now a size 22 and my reality check came when I struggled to walk up a slight slope.

I have MS (multiple sclerosis) so the pain I was getting in my lower legs was a wake-up call, she revealed.

After trying multiple weight loss programmes, Vicky discovered the LighterLife diet plan which helped her to shed seven stone five pounds.

Being an all or nothing type of person a recipe-based weight-loss plan didnt work for me because sooner or later Id be grazing on the wrong things. Instead, I knew a meal replacement diet would keep me focused as its very straightforward to follow with strict guidelines, but this time I wanted weekly support alongside the reduced calories, thats why I chose LighterLife.

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LighterLife is campaigning to help people live healthier and more fulfilled lives by boosting confidence, self-esteem and belief.

The LighterLife weight loss plans combine a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) with weekly counselling.

With LighterLife dieter get access to meal-replacement food packs - consisting of shakes, soups, mousses or bars - and no conventional food.

With weekly support from a LighterLife weight loss counsellor and a variety of weekly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness activities, Vicky was able to overhaul her lifestyle.

She said: Each week I joined a telephone conference call lead a LighterLife counsellor, it was great being able to access the support from my sofa.

Losing over 7st on the LighterLife Total Plan changed my life, she added.

Im so proud to say Ive managed my weight for over three years and I still apply the CBT techniques I learnt in group to keep me focused and on track.

So what did Vickys diet plan consist of to lose such a significant weight?

Before adopting the LighterLife diet plan, Vicky would binge on unhealthy foods which contributed to her weight gain.

Breakfast: Vicky would either skip breakfast or opt for a sugary cereal breakfast bar

Lunch: Vicky would opt for fatty tuna mayo sandwiches or baguette with crisps and full fat fizzy drinks

Dinner: Vicky would overeat on overly fatty foods such as chilli con carne with 50g rice topped with grated cheese and sour cream

Snacks: She would always reach out for crisps, cake, cheese and biscuits, peanut butter and jam sandwiches to satisfy her hunger

Breakfast: Vicky would opt for homemade yoghurt with granola

Lunch: Vicky will make homemade soup and eat it with one slice of brown bread or salad with low fat dressing and wafer thin ham

Dinner: Vicky would opt for healthier versions and measured portions of meals like chilli con carne with lean mince or sausage casserole with good quality sausages. Always a measured portion of carbohydrate, or sometimes cauliflower rice, and a portion of vegetables

Snacks: She would now opt for carrot sticks and a piece of fruit a day. She also tries to avoid snacking in the evenings but if she does decide to go for a snack in the evening she would opt for some greek yoghurt.

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My name is Alex Beach (@theketobeach), Im 26, and I live in Georgetown, South Carolina. At almost 200 pounds, and after a miscarriage, I decided to change my eating habits and give the keto diet a try. I lost 51 pounds in the processand I couldn't be happier.

You know how people say that if youre in a toxic relationship, even when loved ones tell you to leave it, you wont until youre ready? Well, thats how my relationship used to be with emotional eating.

It all started a few months after I had my son in December 2017. I was diagnosed with postpartum depression and not taking care of myself. I ate everything I could get my hands on and couldn't find the motivation to work out.

In September 2018, I found out I was pregnant again, but I had a miscarriage two weeks later. I was devastated. But my troubles didn't stop there. I learned the miscarriage was incomplete and had to have a dilation and currettage (D&C) on December 3, 2018, the day before my sons first birthday.

I made a promise to put my health first. I wanted to take control of my life in the most positive way I knew how: by prioritizing my health. For both my sweet baby Henry, and my angel that was no longer with us, I wanted to rid myself of all of my bad eating habits and be a healthier and happier version of myself.

So I did some research and decided to try the keto diet.

Keto can feel restrictive because the diet requires you to track pretty specific macros (you eat a high amount of fat, a moderate amount of protein, and few carbs). This means you have to eat many ingredients (like sugar and grains) in extreme moderation or small portions.

But I actually enjoy cooking with just five ingredients or less. And I love that I can be in and out of the kitchen in such a short time. I find all of my keto recipes on Pinterest and Instagram. If its quick and simple, Ill cook it! I also drink tons of water. My mood has also improved significantly since doing keto, because my energy levels are so much higher than before. And so is my self esteem. I feel like theres nothing I cant take on now.

Before starting keto, I never exercised. I just couldn't find the motivation. I was using food to fuel my emotions and had absolutely no desire to change my body. But now I've found an easy-to-use app called Trainerize that allows me to follow along with several workouts by Morgan Morgan, an incredible fitness instructor from Charleston, South Carolina. I pay monthly for Morgan's plan which she updates weekly with new workouts and exercises. Anyone can sign up for her plan through the app and she'll individualize the workouts just for you.

Most of my life, I've spent too much time comparing myself to others. But you can't do that when you're trying to lose weight. It will only discourage you. And so I've tried to be less critical of my progress as I move along. Now, I'm just focused on being as healthy as I possibly can be, for myself and my family.

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Global food trends showcase both how far weve come, and what problems still need to be addressed.

New research at the University of Kent found that diets are undergoing complex changes worldwide. The team reports that parts of the world are shifting towards healthier diets, while other areas are still experiencing malnutrition and obesity as a result of poor food access and security. The overall dynamics also have important implications for environmental sustainability, both good and bad.

There are clear shifts in global food supply, and these trends may be responsible for strong improvements in nutrition in some parts of the world, says Dr Bentham, co-lead author of the paper and a Lecturer in Statistics at Kents School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science.

However, obesity remains a long-term concern, and we hope that our research will open doors to analysis of the health impacts of global diet patterns. Equally, we must also consider carefully the environmental impacts of these trends.

For the study, the team analyzed food supply data for 171 countries from the 1960s to the 2010s. They report that South Korea, China, and Taiwan have experienced the largest changes in food supply throughout that timeline, with animal-sourced foods (such as meat and eggs), sugar, vegetables, seafood, and oil crops becoming a much larger proportion of the areas overall diet. Such a shift in diet is to be expected in developing countries, as more disposable income means people can afford more varied meals with more expensive ingredients.

On the other hand, many Western countries have seen a decline in animal-sourced foods and sugar consumption; this trend is especially noticeable in high-income English-speaking countries such as the UK, US, Canada, and Australia, they report. This is likely the product of increased public awareness of the role our diets play in our health and of the latitude to pick what we eat offered by such rich countries (a product of varied supply and high incomes). But this trend isnt limited to the western world. Many countries around the world have seen an uptake in vegetable-based diets, the team explains.

Sub-Saharan Africa remains the worst-off of all global regions in this regard. It still lacks adequate access to a diverse food supply, which the team notes can help explain why the region is still rife with malnutrition.

Despite the limitations here, shifts towards diet adjustment in the rest of the world remain significant. The decline in consumption for animal-sourced foodstuffs and sugar and the greater availability of vegetables are very encouraging to see. Such shifts may be paving the way towards more sustainable, healthier, and more balanced diets, at least in some parts of the world. The team notes that in South Korea, China, and Taiwan in particular, the greater consumption of sugar and animal foodstuffs is correlated with a dramatic rise in obesity rates. Taken together, these findings showcase just how important diet is to public health and environmental protection efforts at the same time.

Advances in science and technology, together with growing incomes, have allowed many nations to have access to a diversity of foods, explains Professor Majid Ezzati from the School of Public Health at Imperial College London, the papers other co-lead author.

We must harness these advances and set in place policies that provide healthier foods for people everywhere, especially those who can currently least afford them.

The paper Multidimensional characterization of global food supply from 1961 to 2013 has been published in the journal Nature Food.

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Protein is responsible for way more than just bulking up your biceps the macro is a part of every cell in your body and helps you perform daily life functions and stay healthy.

Knowing your protein needs and how best to incorporate the macro into your daily diet is vital.

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Your body needs a bare minimum of 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight per day. So if you weigh 150 pounds, you'll need at least 54 grams of protein daily. And according to an observational study that looked at over 12,000 adults, getting enough protein helps support physical health and normal daily functions including everything from walking half a mile to crouching, lifting weight and going up a flight of stairs, per April 2019 research in the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging.

The study also revealed that not getting enough protein was also associated with poorer diet quality. What's more, the research showed an increasing trend of poor protein consumption as we age: It observed that 46 percent of older adults do not meet their protein requirements.

Now that you know just how important the vital macro is, make sure to avoid these common protein blunders that can undo your health wins.

While plant-based diets are getting more attention these days for their health benefits as well as their positive effect on the environment, Americans are still eating way too much red and processed meats, a habit that's linked to an increased risk of chronic disease and a shorter lifespan, per Harvard Health Publishing.

Choosing a diet that emphasizes plant proteins such as whole grains, beans, legumes and nuts and seeds can provide amino acids as well as the fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants we need to stay healthy and feel good.

ICYMI: Amino acids are the building blocks proteins are made out of and help carry out protein's important functions. There are both essential and non-essential amino acids: Our bodies can't make essential amino acids and so we need to obtain them via our diets while non-essential amino acids can be made by eating foods with protein, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

All essential amino acids can be obtained from plant sources, according to a May 2017 study published in the Journal of Geriatric Cardiology. Plant-based proteins may have lower levels of amino acids compared to animal proteins, but combining plant proteins can give you a complete amino acid profile in addition to other nutrients you won't find in animal protein sources like fiber and phytochemicals.

Additionally, many people don't enough seafood and dairy products to round out their protein consumption, per the FDA. The FDA recommends eating a variety of nutrient-dense protein foods from both plant and animal sources, and notes that processed meats and poultry should be limited.

If you need another reason to focus on meeting your protein needs, get this: People with obesity who follow higher-protein diets at least 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight were observed to lose more weight and preserve more lean muscle mass as well as enjoy reduced blood pressure and triglycerides, according to a June 2017 clinical review in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle.

Calculate your personal protein needs. The current recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight daily. However, growing research suggests increasing this to 1.2 to 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight per day to stay lean and reduce the risk for sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and osteoporosis.

To meet those needs, limit your intake of red and processed meats and include plenty of plant-based proteins in your diet. Good sources include legumes, nuts, seeds, soy foods, whole grains and leafy vegetables. Round out your diet with seafood, low-fat dairy, poultry and eggs.

"Many Americans think breakfast is only full of carbohydrate-rich foods and therefore tend to skip the meal," Tawnie Graham, RDN, tells LIVESTRONG.com, adding that many people aren't sure how to include protein in their morning meal.

There are many benefits to including protein at breakfast, one of which is weight control. "A high-protein breakfast can help promote weight loss and/or prevent weight gain or regain," says Su-Nui Escobar, RDN. "One key factor is the improvement in appetite control and satiety."

A study compared a 350-calorie cereal-based breakfast with a 350-calorie high-protein breakfast and found that the higher-protein meal was associated with reduced hunger and feeling more full, per the April 2013 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. "The high-protein breakfast led to daily reductions in the hunger-stimulating hormone ghrelin, increases in the satiety hormone PYY and reductions in evening snacking particularly of high-fat foods compared with skipping breakfast," Escober explains.

Add eggs into your breakfast routine! An egg scramble with beans and cheese is a great way to boost protein intake at breakfast, says Graham. She also recommends oatmeal with egg whites or adding a poached egg, kale and sauted onions to your oats for a savory option. Need another choice besides eggs? Graham suggests pairing cottage cheese and fruit.

Forking into a thick steak or chugging a protein shake with 40 or 50 grams of protein in one sitting is, unfortunately, not as effective as you might think, says Paige Penick, RDN. "Your body just can't use that much protein at once."

According to research, 0.4 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per meal or about 20 to 30 grams of protein at each meal is optimal and is the maximal amount your muscles can absorb at once, per a February 2018 study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Any more provides no additional benefit and excess protein is broken down to glucose or triglycerides for energy storage in muscle or fat.

Dietitian Lisa C. Andrews, MEd, RD, calls getting too much protein in one meal the "shake mistake." "Clients often think they should refuel with a protein shake after a long workout (60 minutes or more) and forgo having carbohydrates. Protein alone won't replace glycogen in the absence of carbohydrates."

Bottom line: "Protein doesn't give you energy (carbs do) and excessive protein isn't always the best for our health," Graham says. "Protein is for maintaining and building muscles, as well as replacing other needed protein in the body."

Spread your protein consumption throughout the day, and stick to 25 or 30 grams max each time you eat, says Penick.

If you need a quick or convenient source of protein, shakes are fine, but you should include some fruit, yogurt, crackers, bread or other quality carbs along with your protein to replete glycogen, says Andrews, who recommends a 3:1 carb-protein ratio (that's 3 grams of carbs for every 1 gram of protein).

Americans love to snack. The problem: Many of our noshes are high in carbs and low in protein. Sure, carbohydrates are your body's ideal energy source, but neglecting protein isn't a good idea if you're trying to curb your appetite or lose weight.

Foods with protein take longer to digest by the body, so there's a health payoff for you, says Cheryl Mussatto, RD, author of The Nourished Brain. Adding protein into your meals can help slow the absorption of carbs, which can help prevent blood sugar fluctuations, Mussatto says. Plus, it'll squelch that gnawing feeling of hunger by keeping you feeling satisfied longer.

Snack smartly by including a high-protein food at each of your mini-meals, Mussatto says. She recommends snacking on Greek yogurt, almonds or walnuts, a boiled egg, low-fat cottage cheese or a glass of low-fat milk, beans, edamame, low-sodium beef jerky, peanut butter or seeds (such as pumpkin seeds).

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The University of Kent researchers carried out the study analysing food supply data for 171 countries from the 1960s to 2010s.

Research carried out by the University of Kent has shown that diets are changing in complex ways worldwide. International food supply patterns are supporting healthier diets in parts of the world, but causing underweight and obesity elsewhere, according to the research. They are also said to be having important effects on environmental sustainability, with potentially worrying consequences.

The team discovered that South Korea, China and Taiwan have experienced the largest changes in food supply over the past five decades, with animal source foods such as meat and eggs, sugar, vegetables, seafood and oil crops all becoming a much larger proportion of diet.

In contrast, in many Western countries the supply of animal source foods and sugar was found to have declined, particularly in high-income English-speaking countries such as the UK, US, Canada and Australia. The researchers also found that many countries around the world have seen an increase in vegetable-based diets. The sub-Saharan Africa region showed the least change, with a lack of diverse food supply, and this could be an explanation for the regions malnutrition.

The declines in diets based on animal source foods and sugar and corresponding increases in vegetable availability is said to indicate a possible trend towards more balanced and healthier foods in some parts of the world. However, in South Korea, China and Taiwan in particular, the increase in animal source and sugar availability has occurred at the same time as a dramatic rise in obesity, and also suggests that changes in diet may be having a substantial negative effect on the environment.

Dr James Bentham, Lecturer in Statistics at Kents School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science, who led the research, said: There are clear shifts in global food supply, and these trends may be responsible for strong improvements in nutrition in some parts of the world. However, obesity remains a long-term concern, and we hope that our research will open doors to analysis of the health impacts of global diet patterns. Equally, we must also consider carefully the environmental impacts of these trends.

Advances in science and technology, together with growing incomes, have allowed many nations to have access to a diversity of foods. We must harness these advances and set in place policies that provide healthier foods for people everywhere, especially those who can currently least afford them, added Professor Majid Ezzati from the School of Public Health at Imperial College, and part of the research team.

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Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food is a phrase credited to Hippocrates, an ancient Greek physician thought to be the father of medicine. In other words, the notion is nothing new.

But its hold over us is as strong as ever.

The way health influencers and diet gurus talk about certain trendy health foods, youd think they could cure cancer. In fact, there are people who say that certain foods can cure cancer and other illnesses. Anthony William, known as the Medical Medium, published a book about celery juice and told Goop that he has seen thousands of people who suffer from chronic and mystery illnesses restore their health by drinking sixteen ounces of celery juice daily on an empty stomach. Dr. Oz has promoted certain foods as having cancer-starving benefits, suggesting that eating them in particular quantities may literally prevent cancer from spreading in your body.

Though at first glance these claims might seem hopeful, or harmless, thinking of food as medicine can actually be dangerous. For one thing, it downplays the importance of actual medicine in the treatment of diseases. Not to mention its manipulative (and sometimes insulting) to suggest that a person could solve their health problems with a simple diet change.

Food does play a central role in the treatment of a few diseases, but these are relatively rare.

In the case of certain diseases, the effect of diet is well supported by evidence. People with diabetes need to be mindful of how food affects their blood sugar levels, and children with epilepsy might benefit from following a ketogenic diet.

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Then there are specific conditions where you need to avoid a specific nutrient, said Christopher Labos, a cardiologist and epidemiologist at McGill University in Montreal. Phenylketonuria (PKU) occurs when babies are born without the ability to metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine. So, it must be removed from the diet to avoid the neural complications of PKU.

And there are allergies. The obvious example is celiac disease, which is an allergy to gluten, Labos said. That said, the gluten thing has been blown out of proportion people avoid it even though they dont have celiac disease, which is pointless.

Food also plays a role in digestive conditions. People with IBS, Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis may need to be more careful about their diets, because certain foods might trigger their symptoms, Labos said. Still, these conditions affect people differently, and its not true that avoiding one food or loading up on another will cure any one of them.

But for many diseases, theres not enough evidence to say that food is a part of treatment.

If you come across someone on social media claiming that a certain restrictive diet can prevent or cure a disease lately, this seems to be happening with low-carb diets and dementia there are plenty of reasons to be skeptical. Even if they cite a scientific study as proof of their claims, this doesnt mean those claims are legitimate.

Theres so much research being produced, and not all of it is good quality, Labos said. If you only look at one study and dont look at everything thats been done in that particular field, youre going to get a very skewed view of whats out there. Put another way: If the nine studies that came before you were negative, and yours came out positive, youre not groundbreaking, youre an outlier. If you ignore all the stuff that contradicts what were trying to say, youre just cherry-picking the data.

If you want to make sure youre getting legitimate, evidence-based information, you can look to sources like the Agriculture Departments Dietary Guidelines, the American Heart Association and the National Institutes of Health. If you do choose to follow health influencers, its a good idea to do some research on the claims theyre making. If they cite a study as evidence, make sure that the study was done in humans, that the sample size was large and that it was published in a legitimate journal. Then search for other studies on the topic to make sure that the results line up.

Conversations such as the one in the clip above can convince people that food can be as effective as medicine in curing certain diseases.

A quick look into those claims about low-carb diets curing and preventing dementia, for example, is illuminating. There is currently no evidence in the research that certain diets, such as low-carb, keto or whole foods, help in the treatment or prevention of neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS or Alzheimers, said Shannon Hughes, a Colorado-based registered dietitian and physician assistant. Whats more, when individuals with these diseases are placed on these kinds of diets ... harm may be done, as this population is already at risk for malnutrition. These diseases often cause unintentional weight loss due to increased metabolism, loss of appetite and difficulty swallowing, so adding a restrictive diet to the mix can be dangerous.

An overall healthful diet can help prevent certain health problems but cant replace actual medicine as treatment.

All of this isnt to say that nutrition doesnt play a role in health. A healthy diet overall is going to decrease the probability of you developing any number of medical problems because youll be an overall healthier person, Labos said. We know that trans fats are probably bad, unsaturated fats are probably better than saturated ones, and that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is probably good.

Theres plenty of epidemiological evidence for this that is, large population-based studies have consistently found strong correlations between certain eating patterns and lowered disease risk. For example, a 2018 review of the literature looking at research on diet and heart disease found that dietary patterns that include a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains (mostly whole grain), reduced-fat dairy, lean protein foods (meat, fish, poultry and/or alternatives), nuts, seeds and vegetable oils can promote health and reduce a persons risk for heart disease. And a 2018 study of 776 American adults added to the already large body of evidence that eating a lower-sodium diet can help reduce blood pressure. Still, Lobos pointed out that correlation isnt the same as causation. Following evidence-based dietary recommendations can help manage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases but definitely cant guarantee prevention or cure.

Beyond this, theres really no evidence supporting any one food, or any specific diet, will be the magic bullet to the prevention of all maladies. People who are dogmatic about eat this, not that often arent backed by research, Labos said. Theres just not enough evidence.

And prevention is different than treatment. For instance, there is strong evidence that a high-fiber diet may prevent colon cancer, but that is not the same thing as saying fiber will treat colon cancer, Hughes said. Forgoing potentially lifesaving chemotherapy and instead looking to a high-fiber diet to cure colon cancer could literally be the difference between life and death.

The idea of food as medicine might seem empowering, but it holds individuals responsible for things out of their control.

Nutrition has gained a lot of traction in the popular and social media, and is a big focus of everyday life for many people, Hughes said. It gives people a strong sense of control and individualism in terms of their health.

The problem is, theres so much more to health than food and nutrition. Food as medicine elevates the idea that food and nutrition is a cure-all and that a person has complete control over their health, dismissing other factors such as genetics and social determinants of health, Hughes said.

Though advocates of the message sell it as empowerment, holding someone (and their diet) fully responsible for their health outcomes just isnt fair. For instance, it is your fault you got cancer because you did not eat a good diet, or you didnt care enough to eat right, Hughes said. Really, though, theres so much more to it. A person could eat a diet rich in polyphenols and still get cancer, or follow a Mediterranean diet and still get cardiovascular disease, she said.

Food is only one of many factors that influence health. Though a healthful overall diet can indeed help in preventing certain diseases, its not a bulletproof defense. And no food or diet is an adequate substitute for real medicine or medical treatment.

This piece has been amended to correct the location of McGill University.

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The family of veteran lawmaker Kunio Hatoyama, who died in 2016, has been found to have failed to declare some 700 million in taxable inheritance, according to sources.

The Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau found the discrepancy last year. Hatoyamas family is believed to have excluded the late lawmakers loans to his fund management body from inherited property by error, the sources said Monday.

Hatoyama held numerous Cabinet positions, including the internal affairs, justice, labor and education portfolios. His brother, Yukio, was prime minister from 2009 to 2010.

According to a report by Hatoyamas fund management body, Shinseikai, it had received loans totaling 450 million from the politician before it was dissolved following his death.

The family also mistakenly underestimated the value of real estate, the sources said.

The family has already paid some 200 million in back taxes and penalties, they said.

Hatoyama, who died in June 2016 at the age of 67, was a scion of a prominent political family. He had been given massive assets by his late mother, Yasuko, whose father founded tire-maker Bridgestone Corp.

Hatoyamas wife and three children are believed to have inherited more than 10 billion in total.

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Each year Google releases lists of things we searched for most in the year, and they even go as far as to break down the diets that captured our imagination (and our screen time) in the year.

The most searched for diets of 2019 included some of our favorites, some (maybe faulty) classics, and some total randomsbut they largely seem to be focused on weight-loss plans.

When faced with all these different plans, we turned to experts to find out more about the trendiest diets of the year.

"I generally recommend avoiding any temporary programs and aiming for a sustainable, workable plan that can be maintained," functional medicine doctor Wendie Trubow, M.D., told mindbodygreen. "As a result, I don't recommend anything overly restrictive and do believe that each person's needs vary, although everyone can benefit from decreasing alcohol, sugar, and processed carbs!"

While even 10 different popular diet plans may seem like a lot, there are so many more that didn't even make this year's list. It just goes to show that while something may work for one person, it won't necessarily work for others.

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Welcome to GMAs New Year, Best You. As we ring in the new year, we are sharing everything you need to start the new year strong. From keeping your New Years resolutions going to Instagram-worthy meal prep to workout programs to eating plans to taking time for yourself, we have it all covered.

Suzanne Ryan weighed nearly 300 pounds when she decided to make a change.

Ryan, a mom from the San Francisco area, started following the ketogenic diet, a diet focused on foods high in fat and low in carbohydrates.

Five years later, Ryan, who documents her weight loss journey online, has lost 120 pounds and transformed not just her body but her life.

Ryan is the author of a new book "Beyond Simply Keto." In it, she shares not only keto-friendly recipes but also how she was able mentally to achieve such a major weight-loss goal.

Read below for Ryan's three tips for keto followers and two of her most popular keto recipes.

1. Focus on your mindset and mental health.

"Even the most perfect plan will fall short if you dont believe in your ability to succeed. The bottom line here is that getting healthier is an inside job. As someone who has struggled with low self-esteem and depression, working on my inner voice and mindset through reading and counseling was by far one of the most important steps in my journey of losing 120 pounds. Also, its really beneficial to have a support system that keeps you uplifted and accountable."

2. Progress not perfection. Ditch the all or nothing approach.

"Its important to know that forming healthy eating habits will always be a work in progress. Therefore, try to stay away from the mindset of all of nothing. Even if you eat something that is "off plan," don't allow that one choice to landslide the rest of your choices for the day. Get back on track with your next meal, and leave the guilt trip at the door. Progress, not perfection is the goal here."

3. Keep it simple. Dont overthink it.

"When youre starting a new way of eating, its easy to go down a rabbit hole of learning all the things. While its good to be educated, sometimes this can feel overwhelming and prevent you from starting. Often, its better to keep things simple and just jump in. Dont be afraid to make mistakes and learn along the way. You will continue to make adjustments as you go. For example, when I first started keto, I didnt check my blood ketones or worry extensively about macros. I simply ate keto-friendly foods and tracked carbs."

Suzanne Ryan's everything bagels are featured in her book "Beyond Simply Keto."

Yield: 6 bagels (1 per serving)Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 15 minutes

"There are a million keto bagel recipes out there, but I found that using flaxseed meal really makes this recipe special. Not only is flaxseed full of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, but it also really changes the texture of these bagels to become more 'breadlike' than most other keto bagels Ive tried. These bagels are great to make the night before because they are even better once they are sliced and toasted."

Ingredients:3 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese2 ounces cream cheese (1/4 cup), cubed1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour1/4 cup flaxseed meal1 tablespoon baking powderPinch of salt2 large eggs1 large egg, for the egg wash2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning mix

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Microwave the mozzarella and cream cheese for 2 minutes. Take out, stir, and microwave the cheeses for an additional minute. Take out and stir until the cheeses are combined and smooth.

In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, and salt. Add the mozzarella mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients and start kneading with your hands. You can also do this in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment. Make sure everything is well mixed together.

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, then form each into a round disk, about inch thick. Using your finger, poke a hole into the center of each disk and mold to form a bagel shape.

Whisk the remaining egg in a small bowl. Brush the egg wash on the top of each bagel, then carefully sprinkle the bagel seasoning evenly onto the tops of the bagels.

Bake for 12 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Serve as is or slice in half and toast before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or zip-top bag for 2 to 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

Nutrition information, per serving: 302 calories, 23g fat, 20g protein, 6g carbs, 4g fiber, 2g net carbs.

Suzanne Ryan's broccoli cheddar soup is featured in her book "Beyond Simply Keto."

Yield: 8 servings (1 cup per serving)Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes

"This is a classic creamy soup that your whole family will enjoy. Any leftovers will reheat really well, and oftentimes soups taste even better on the second day!"

Ingredients:1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter1 cup diced yellow onions2 cloves garlic, minced1 quart (32 ounces) vegetable broth or chicken broth6 cups broccoli florets1 cup half-and-half1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)Salt and pepper

Directions:

Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then add the onions and garlic and saut until the onions are soft and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Pour in the broth and broccoli florets and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.

Add the half-and-half, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and hot sauce, if using.

Continue cooking and stirring for about 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the soup has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition information, per serving: 365 calories; 28g fat; 16g protein; 9g total carbs; 3g fiber; 6g net carbs.

Recipes reprinted with permission from Suzanne Ryan and "Beyond Simply Keto."

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