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A vegan couple in Florida were formally charged this week with first degree murder charges in the death of their 18-month-old son, who died of extreme malnutrition in September, weighing only 17 pounds.

Ryan Patrick OLeary, 30, and Sheila OLeary, 35, were also indicted in Lee county for aggravated child abuse, aggravated manslaughter, child abuse, and two counts of child neglect, the Fort Myers News-Press reported.

The OLearys told investigators their children eat a raw food diet which largely consists of mangoes, rambutans, bananas, and avocados, and that the toddler hadnt eaten in a week and was only breastfeeding.

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The indictment includes three other children the couples surviving children, ages 3 and 5, and Sheila OLearys daughter with a different father, age 11 State Attorney Amira Fox said.

The evidence and crime scene in this case are gut-wrenching. These are images as a mother and state attorney I will not be able to forget, Fox said at a news conference.

Citing a Cape Coral probable cause statement, the News-Press reported that an autopsy confirmed that the toddler died from complications of malnutrition, including microsteatosis of the liver an abnormal retention of fat in cells and slight swelling his of hands, feet, and lower legs.

Sheila OLeary called for help on September 27 after finding her son unresponsive and cold at the couples Cape Coral home. The toddler was pronounced dead at the scene, as CrimeOnline previously reported.

The parents told investigators they thought the boy was not eating because he was teething.

The night before his death, Sheila OLeary reportedly told investigators she noticed her son was having difficulty breathing while breastfeeding him. The couple allegedly went to sleep instead of getting their ailing son medical attention. The mother also said that her deceased son was born at home and had never seen a doctor. While she claimed her other children were homeschooled, police determined that they were not enrolled in an approved program.

The couples two surviving children were reportedly also severely malnourished. The older child reportedly appeared to be the healthiest of the three children. Police wrote in their report that the girl stays with her biological father for two weeks every couple of months, possibly explaining her healthier appearance. According to the News-Press, the girl was placed in her biological fathers custody in 2009 because she failed to thrive in Sheila OLearys care.

The two younger children were extremely small for their age and were a pale, yellowish color, the police report said, according to the Cape Coral Daily Breeze, which said one of the children also had blackened teeth indicating dental decay.

The OLearys are scheduled to appear in court on Monday.

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Not all fat is created equally and visceral fat, which lies deep below the surface, near vital organs such as the heart, liver and intestines, can be life-threatening. The fats proximity to vital organs means that carrying an excess amount of it hikes your risk of developing chronic complications, such as heart and liver disease.

To keep visceral fat bay, evidence backs limiting your intake of foods that lead to the harmful weight gain.

One of the primary culprits is high carb intake so cutting back on this food group can bring fat-burning benefits.

Studies have shown that diets with under 50 grams of carbs per day cause belly fat loss in overweight people, those at risk of type 2 diabetes and women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Lower-carb weight-loss diets may be better for losing visceral fat than higher-carb weight-loss diets, according to a study published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice.

You dont have to cut out carbs completely to reap the benefits.

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Many sugar-sweetened beverages are made with high-fructose corn syrup instead of sugar, according to medical website LiveStrong.

Drinking beverages sweetened with fructose may increase visceral fat, reports an article published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.

The study involved overweight and obese people, so further research is necessary to determine whether fructose has the same effect in normal weight individuals.

To keep visceral fat at bay, try replacing these beverages with naturally calorie-free options such as water, tea or black coffee, advises LiveStrong.

Findings published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society also makes a case skipping diet fizzy drinks as this may be associated with increases in waist circumference, and thus potentially visceral fat as well.

In addition to dieting, exercising regularly also offers a robust defence against visceral fat gain.

Harvard Medical School recommends getting 30 to 60 minutes of cardio per day, such as brisk walking, swimming, running or aerobics, and notes that exercising with weights may also be helpful.

Evidence demonstrates the visceral fat-burning benefits of aerobic exercise.

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How to create a heart-healthy Indian diet plan during the holidays  |  Photo Credit: Getty Images

New Delhi: Its that time of the year again - perhaps, a special time for all of us to spend with loved ones and indulge in some mouth-watering Christmas feasts. Its also a time for overseas workers to head home for holidays. But, the festive season can pose a huge challenge for individuals concerned about maintaining their heart health. Yet, youcan make holiday feasts happy and healthy - and yes, you can do it without a lot of effort.

It would be wise to assess the heart healthvalue of whats on your plate especially around the holidays when most of us are more likely to overeat. This would mean planning well-ahead of time, enjoying festive treats in smaller portions, and make healthy substitutions where you can.

To help you stay fit and mindful as you spend holidays with your family and friends, Timesnownews.com talked to Dr D Prabhakaran, an internationally renowned Cardiologist and Epidemiologist, Director, CCCI and Vice President (Research and Policy), Public Health Foundation of India. One mayuse this Indian diet sample plan, designed by Dr Prabhakaran, as an example of heart-healthy eating. This nutritionally balanced meal plan (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian) contains 1,600 calories a day, and is suitable for both men and women who want to keep their heart healthy.

Sample menu: Northern India

Bed Tea

1 cup tea/ coffee

1 cup tea/ coffee

Breakfast

2 rotis.(wheat, bajra, maize, missi) with

1 cup vegetable curry/ dhal

OR

2 stuffed roti.

1 cup tea/coffee/milk

2 rotis (wheat, bajra, maize, missi) with

1 egg white

OR

2 stuffed roti.

1 cup tea/coffee/milk

Mid-morning

Lunch

2 rotis (whole wheat),

katori rice,

1 katori dhal,

1 katori seasonal vegetable,

1 katori salad,

1 katori low-fat curd

2 rotis (whole wheat),

katori rice,

1 katori dhal,

1 katori seasonal vegetable,

1 katori salad,

1 katori low-fat curd

Evening

1 cup tea/coffee

1 cup roasted snacks

1 cup tea/coffee

1cup roasted snacks

2 roti (whole wheat),

1 katori dhal/ paneer curry,

1 katori veg curry

1 katori salad

1 seasonal fruit (100-150gms)

2 roti (whole wheat),

2 pieces of (baked/ roasted) fish/chicken,

1 katori veg curry,

1 katori salad,

1 seasonal fruit (100-150gms)

1 cup low-fat milk

1 cup low-fat milk

[1 Katori = 150 ml. The above diet gives Calories: 1615 Kcal, Proteins: 56 gms, CHO: 257 gms, Fat: 40 gms]

Breakfast options: Sweet/salted dahlia, porridge, wheat bread sandwich, chidwa, roti, paratha made with minimum vegetable oil with (any dhal/vegetable curry), sattu roti/ panni.

Salad options: Onion, cucumber, tomato, radish, cabbage, carrot, sprouted dhal flavored with lemon juice, spices and condiments, low-fat curd instead of oil/cream-based salad dressings.

Snacks options: Nuts like groundnut (roasted/soaked), almonds, walnut, dried figs, dates, puffed rice (bhel puri), roasted chhana, any fruit, and baked samosa/patties. Fried snacks like homemade pakoras, potato chips, samosas, kachori, litti, fried namkeens can be taken occasionally.

Sweetmeatoptions: All sweets to be made in low-fat milk without using condensed milk. Sweets made with ghee to be taken occasionally. Sweets made with Vanaspati to be completely avoided.

We hope the above suggested tips would be of great help to you and your family in creating a heart-healthy meal plan.

Happy Holidays!

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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Nutriccos countertop Smart Dispenser. Photo: Courtesy.

A new cloud-based countertop smart device developed in Israel will dispense personalized nutrition supplements based on data it receives from a diet tracking app.

After analyzing the data tracked in the app, Nutricco provides supplement recommendations, which are then automatically delivered to the customers home as part of a monthly subscription.

The idea is not to promote supplements, but to encourage users to have a complete diet, Nutriccos CEO and co-founder Leonid Pirogovsky told The Algemeiner. We are providing the tools for smart decision making.

Nutricco, founded in 2018 and based in Raanana, has three components: a diet and health tracking application, a countertop Smart Dispenser and a monthly supplement subscription. That subscription includes expert health analysis, taking into consideration factors such as diet, climate, and lifestyle, as well as monthly supplements. The technology was a finalist at this years FoodTechIL competition in Tel Aviv.

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Based on your lifestyle profile, we recommend how to create a nutritional balance, Pirogovsky said.

While Nutricco does not seek to promote nutritional supplements over a healthy diet, there are many who consume them in an uninformed or unhealthy way.

About 160 million people take supplements daily, Pirogovsky noted, and many dont know exactly what they are taking or why.

The market today is controlled by supplement consumption, he said, which can not only be dangerous, but a waste of money.

The app first provides recommendations for a healthy diet, and if thats not sufficient, we offer solutions to close those nutritional gaps, Pirogovsky said. If you dont eat fish, for example, we might recommend that you take omega-3 supplements.

But, the app also provides government health department recommendations to avoid replacing essential diet components with pills.

Chavi Kramer, a dietician and nutrition expert in Tel Aviv, acknowledged she was not against recommending diet supplements, depending on the reason.

While Kramer would not recommend nutritional supplements to everyone, she said the personalized smart model of Nutricco certainly had potential, especially for those with dietary restrictions.

I dont believe that people should be going straight to supplements as a default, and ideally we should be obtaining these nutrients from food, Kramer told The Algemeiner.

The members of the team behind the concept have backgrounds with some of Israels largest pharmaceutical companies, such as Teva, and noticed that while many diet-tracking apps were available, a personalized end-to-end solution was missing on the market.

It is time for people to be able to manage their health and nutrition the same personal way they manage their bank account or any other aspect of their life, with innovative technology, Pirogovsky told The Algemeiner.

In our day and age, said Kramer, people are using apps for literally everything including music, socializing, supermarket shopping and banking so it makes sense that food and health have entered this realm as well. She added that digital health tools were empowering individuals to make their own decisions and enabling everyone to have access to certain information that was out of reach previously.

There are competitive products on the market, but Nutriccos patented Smart Dispenser is unique in its ability to hold up to eight supplements and in their original packaging, and provide a personalized experience for more than one person simultaneously.

Our machine is designed for the user, said Pirogovsky.

Still, Kramer explained that users needed to be cautious in selecting the right tools as some of these may be based on incorrect information, and the constant access to nutrition information and diet tracking could result in obsessive behavior.

Nutricco will launch its three-component platform in January at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas alongside the Israeli Export Institute, where it will announce the high-profile supplement providers it has partnered with to provide the last step in their end-to-end model.

With an initial launch in the US, the price of the Smart Dispenser will be $399, and the subscription for personalized analysis and supplements will cost $50 per month.

Down the road, Pirogovsky hopes Smart Dispensers will not only be in homes all over the world, but in public spaces like offices and gyms.

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The ketogenic, or keto, diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate diet that offers the potential benefit of losing weight while maintaining muscle.

Carbohydrates are the body's main source of energy. When a person consumes fewer food sources containing carbs, the liver breaks down fat reserves in the body into chemicals called ketones.

When the body uses these ketones for energy, the body goes into a state of ketosis, resulting in weight loss.

Most alcoholic beverages contain carbs, although some drinks contain a lot more than others. Choosing alcoholic drinks with fewer carbs can help a person remain within the daily limits of the keto diet.

This article looks at some keto-friendly alcoholic drinks. We also look at which drinks to avoid on account of their high sugar and carb content.

Most keto diet plans recommend that people consume 2050 grams (g) of carbs per day. Meals and drinks must fit within this daily allowance.

There is no one version of the keto diet. Some may recommend avoiding alcohol altogether due to its carb content.

Not all alcohol contains the same amount of carbs, however. Beer and drinks with a lot of sugar contain the highest amount, while spirits contain none.

Some people might choose to have an alcoholic drink if it fits within their daily allowance, while others may decide to avoid it altogether.

Another thing to remember is that the body may use energy from alcohol before using ketones from body fat. This could potentially limit the effect of the diet.

People following a keto diet to treat a medical condition, such as diabetes or epilepsy, should avoid alcohol.

The sections below list some keto-friendly choices for low carb alcoholic drinks.

Champagne and sparkling wine contain an average of 4.68 g of carbs per glass.

So, enjoying a small glass to celebrate a special event should fit within most keto diet plans.

Although most beer contains a lot of carbs, there are some lighter options. For example, a pale lager contains an average of 5.81 g of carbs per can.

Choose a light beer to stay within carb limits for the day.

Both red and white wine contain relatively few carbs. There are about 4.7 g in a standard glass.

Dry wines have the lowest sugar content.

Spirits such as gin, whiskey, rum, and vodka contain 0 g of carbs.

Mixers often contain carbs, so people following a keto diet may wish to choose a low sugar or diet option.

Club soda and sparkling water contain no carbs. Mixers that contain artificial sweeteners are some other low carb options.

Energy drinks, juice, cola, and lemonade are all high in carbohydrates, however.

The sections below list some drinks that have a high sugar and carb content. People following a keto diet may wish to avoid these beverages.

An average 12 ounce can of beer contains 12.8 g of carbs.

A light beer is a better option for the keto diet.

A sugary cocktail may contain 46.67 g or more of carbs. This is almost the entire carb allowance for a day under the keto diet.

Flavored alcohols, such as peach schnapps, often contain a lot of sugar.

The fruit juice in a wine cooler can contain a lot of sugar. The average carb content in a glass of wine cooler is 13.6 g.

Diet cranberry juice is one fruit juice that contains less sugar, meaning fewer carbs.

Sangria usually contains wine, fruit juice, and a mixer, all of which contain carbs. A glass of sangria can contain up to 18.9 g of carbs.

The aim of the keto diet is for the body to be in a state of ketosis. Maintaining this state relies on following very specific dietary guidelines. If a person does not strictly follow these guidelines, the diet may not be effective.

Following the keto diet often requires a lot of willpower. Alcohol can affect decision making and could mean making the choice to eat or drink something that is not within the diet plan. A person may therefore choose to avoid alcohol if they think that it might cause them to break their diet.

If a person eats a meal containing a lot of carbs before drinking, it could reduce the effects of the alcohol. In contrast, those following a keto diet may feel drunk more quickly because they have not eaten carbs to absorb some of the alcohol.

Drinking alcohol carries some health risks. Guidance recommends drinking in moderation, which is up to two drinks per day for men and one for women.

For people following a keto diet, choose an alcoholic drink that is low in carbs to stay within the limits of the diet.

Beer and cocktails can contain a lot of carbs and may take the body out of ketosis. This can make the diet less effective. Wine and light beer are lower carb options. Spirits contain no carbs, but be sure to choose a low calorie mixer.

Remember that alcohol can affect judgment and willpower. Drinking can also have more of an effect on the body when a person is following a keto diet.

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Before you start the anti-inflammatory diet, you should understand exactly what it is. Inflammation is a necessary mechanism of our immune systems, which evolved at a time when it would need to respond to acuteinsults such as infections. But today, our immune systemsare responding to our diets and lifestyles, and this has unintended consequences, including tissue damage, says Max Lugavere, New York Times best-selling author of Genius Foods. An anti-inflammatory diet attempts to steer the body from a chronically inflamed state to one with healthy levels of inflammation. While things like regular exercise, proper sleep and stress management can also play a role, experts say diet can be a crucial aspect in keeping our bodies free of dangerous levels of chronic inflammation. Here are 26 things to know about the anti-inflammatory diet and some tips on how you can incorporate elements of it into your lifestyle:

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When the body is injured or ill, the lymphatic (immune) system springs into action, bringing the immune systems army of white blood cells to the area of concern via increased blood flow, explains Dr. Josh Axe, founder ofAncient Nutrition. He notes that inflammation in a healthy body is the normal and effective response that facilitates healing, like when a cut becomes red, painful or swollen.

According to Dr. Axe, when the immune system overreaches and begins attacking healthy body tissues, were met with an autoimmune disorder and inflammation in otherwise healthy areas of the body. Inflammatory effects also are linked to arthritis andfibromyalgia symptoms, as well as celiac and irritable bowel disease (IBD), he explains, adding that, asthma creates inflamed airways; inflammation related to diabetes affects insulin resistance; and so on.

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Dr. Sears is president of the non-profit Inflammation Research Foundation,andauthor of the Zone Diet book series (which now includes his newest release, The Resolution Zone).

As a report from the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases stated: While todays modern diet may provide beneficial protection from micro- and macronutrient deficiencies, our over abundance of calories and the macronutrients that compose our diet may all lead to increasedinflammation, reduced control of infection, increased rates of cancer, and increased risk for allergic and auto-inflammatory disease.

Drying your hands is as important as washing them. Wet hands transmit bacteria more easily, so especially during cold and flu season, take the time to dry them thoroughly.

Dr. AndrewWeil, author of 8 Weeks to Optimum Healthand the creator of the Anti-Inflammatory Diet, tells Parade.com that he based his program on the Mediterranean diet, due to the evidence-backed general health benefits on it. I tweaked that by adding Asian influences to it because Ive spent a lot of time in Asia and Ive drawn on Asian cuisine. So adding such things as ginger and turmeric and green tea and Asian mushrooms, for example, he explains.

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You can have occasional servings of lean meat, eggs, and small dairyas well as small amounts of chocolate and wine! Check out Dr. Weils Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid for the recommended servings of each.

The most important tip is to avoid refined, processed, and manufactured foods, explains Dr. Weil. Thats whats doing us in. Thats whats causing most problems, so the more you can eliminate that from your diet, the better.

Weil adds that you will be doing your body a massive favor if you eat foods that are as close to the way nature produces them as possible.

Weil would recommend that everyone prioritizes eating in a low inflammatory mannerI think it gives you your best shot at overall health and longevity, since the most serious diseases that do people in as they get older are rooted in chronic inappropriate inflammation. So I think by following that, thats really your best overall health strategy, he explains. But per the expert, people with inflammatory disorders like arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc. may especially benefit from it.

Coffeeand tea are generally considered anti-inflammatoryits with what we adulterate these beverages that can swing these beverages into inflammatory territory, says MonicaAuslanderMoreno, MS, RD, LD/N, nutrition consultant forRSP Nutrition.

The journal Oncogene published the results of a study that evaluated several anti-inflammatory compounds. It found that aspirin (Bayer, etc.) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.) are least potent, while curcumin is among the most potent anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative agents in the world, says Dr. Axe.

She says that fruits and vegetables containbeneficialpolyphenolssuch as anthocyanin,which have powerful antioxidant effects and that diets high in fruits and vegetables provide vitaminsC and E, which may provide protective antioxidanteffects.

Studies show that diets with better ratios of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids may provide protective cardiovascularbenefits, says Crean. She cites that good sources of dietaryomega-3 fatty acids include: fattyfish such as salmon, mackereland herringaim for 2 servings a weekand advocates for limiting dietary sources of omega-6 fatty acids like soybean oil, sunflower oil and corn oil.

A crucial component of warding off inflammation, per Dr. Weil, is to keep your sugar intake low. Also pay attention to the fructose content of various sweeteners because the body cant handle fructose well and it disrupts metabolism, he says.

It would be good for people to reduce the percentage of animal foods in the diet. I think that North Americans eat much too much meat, beef especially, and too many animal foods. So replacing some of that with plant proteins is a good strategy, he explains.

Aim for a wide variety of vegetables, incorporate them into as many meals as possible, and include as many different colors as you can get, says Dr. Weil.

Weil says grains are absolutely OK, as long as you are eating the right kinds. I think grains are good food if theyre not processed, but theres a big difference between whole grains or cracked grains and polarized grains/flour, he says. If I ask most people to name a whole grain food, theyll say whole wheat bread. And thats not a whole grain foods. Its made from flour. So limit the processed ones and opt for rice, wild rice, quinoa, barley, millet and buckwheat instead.

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There are many foods that are allowed on the diet plan and Dr. Weil encourages you to get creative. For instance, he often eats smoked fish and whole grain toast, or even a salad for breakfast. You can have fish frequently, especially salmon and black cod and other fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids. I like good soy foodstempeh, tofu, edamame. And those are examples of good quality vegetable protein foods. There are many vegetable preparations. Pasta is fine as long as its cooked al dente and not in huge quantities with not creamy, buttery sauces. And a lot of the ethnic foods like Asian, Middle Eastern, and Japanese are filled with healthy spices and great ingredients, he says.

Weil says as a rule of thumb, its a good idea to avoid foods prepared by other people, fast food, and stuff from the middle of the supermarketthe highly-processed stuff. He adds that if ingredients can barely fit on the label, you dont want to eat it; if they are too many things there, you dont know what they are, its a pass. Think about if youre going to make this at home, what ingredients you would use? And if there are too many other things beyond that, dont use them.

There are some good prepared foods out there, he explains, noting that he buys Gyoza potstickers from Trader JoesI often cook them with broccoli and thats a quick, easy mealas well as American Flatbread pizzas from Whole Foods.

per Jim Frith, author of End the Yo-Yo; the EAMAYW System and advanced sports nutrition specialist, are: darkly pigmented berries, stone fruits, cruciferous vegetables, citrus fruits, beets, green tea, probiotics, kelp, avocado, nuts, free-range eggs and olive oil.

per Global Master Chef Karl Guggenmos, senior culinary advisor at Healthy Meals Supreme, include: refined carbohydrates, processed meats, sugary drinks, refined added sugars, excessive alcohol consumption and processed conventional snack items.

Its really an eating plan for life and its not in any way meant to reduce the pleasure of eating, says Weil. I think above all, eating should be pleasurable and it is possible to have good food that meets the requirements of the anti-inflammatory diet, he adds.

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Since childhood, I've known that I didn't have the stick-thin body type you see in magazines. It never used to bother me until other people decided that it bothered them. At 12, I was body shamed by two drunk middle-aged women at an amusement park, as I stood next to my identical twin sister. In the fifth grade, my class was weighed at the beginning and end of the year; I grew four inches taller and gained a decent amount of weight, which led to some harsh whispers. Now, at 27, I'm still getting used to my body, but I no longer let the opinions of other people dictate how I feel about myself.

About a year ago, I upped my dosage of an anti-anxiety medication to help counter increasingly persistent symptoms of anxiety and OCD. With the higher dose came some weight gain, and it was shocking to say the least. None of my clothes fit the way they were supposed to. I couldn't wear my favorite jeans and dresses anymore. Stretch marks seemed to pop up overnight around my stomach. And at first, I panicked. I skipped birthday parties and other outings to avoid having a meltdown every time I got dressed. I stopped trying to look cute because I didn't feel like myself anymore. I allowed my weight to determine my value.

Fortunately, this panic and self-loathing didn't last. After a few weeks of feeling miserable, I was fed up with the person I had become. This wasn't who I wanted to be. I didn't want to be the girl who sat at home instead of meeting up with friends because of a number on the scale. I didn't want to hate myself so much that I forgot how to live. I had wasted so much time obsessing over my body that I forgot what I had: family, friends, a roof over my head, and, equally important, a body that works, regardless of its size. Instead of relishing in what I had, I was allowing myself to drown in self-doubt. I decided then and there that instead of dieting to fit into my old clothes, I would buy new clothes I liked even better. Instead of trying to get back to the weight I was before, I would let my body be.

Today, I'm no longer that panicked and heartbroken girl. I no longer isolate myself because of my weight. At the end of the day, it's just a number, and one that will change throughout my life. There's nothing to gain from allowing something so fleeting to define your self-worth. So, instead of dieting and trying to shrink the parts of you that you hate, I hope you'll join me in celebrating your body. There's no one else on this earth that has it, or your generosity, or your sense of humor, or your heart.

It's so easy to judge yourself against magazine covers and filtered photos on Instagram, but every curve and roll and stretch mark tells a story of what you've gone through and how far you've come. Embrace those so-called flaws, because they make you uniquely you, and only serve to showcase your strength and resilience.

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Millions of people struggle not to break their diets during the holiday season. One celebrity who knows how difficult weight loss can be is former Osmond Family singer Marie Osmond, who lost 50 pounds in 2007. Thanks to her Christmas specials, she also knows a thing or two about the holidays. Heres her tips for how you can stay healthy during the festive season.

According to HollywoodLife, Osmond eats six meals daily. Each of the meals are very small, preventing her from gaining weight. Se also said I drink more water. I eat more vegetables. I eat more often.

She elaborated When you learn to eat right your body lets the weight go. When we go into starve and feast the body holds onto the food. When you feed the body smaller portions and intelligently, the body lets it go. It doesnt want it because it knows youre not going to starve it to death.

Osmond also discussed maintaining her weight loss. People go, How do you keep your weight off? I went, I just followed [Nutrisystem] I learned what they taught me. I dont live on Nutrisystem. I havent lived on it for 12 and a half years. I was on it for four months. But I learned principles.

Osmond has nothing but praise for Nutrisystem. She said Thats the thing I love about this company, is they teach you how to maintain it on your own. Now do I still eat some of their foods? I do actually because I like them. I love their ice cream sandwiches. Ill eat them any day over anybody elses. I dont feel guilty about it.

She continued My grandkids steal all my Nutrisystem ice cream sandwiches. I love their chocolate muffins. I even keep some of the pastas in the house because I dont feel bloated after I eat them. Theyre super good. You can add onions, and peppers. You can add basil and all kinds of wonderful garlic and seasonings to it as well. I mean its really great food.

Osmonds association with Christmas is more than just her Yuletide diet tips. She told MassLive Ive been associated with Christmas shows all my life. I was on Bob Hope, not Donny. I was on Perry Como, not Donny. Osmond enjoys the legacy of her Christmas shows, telling Deseret News So many people grew up watching our Christmas specials. There was a lot of excitement.

Osmond performed in a series of shows in 2012. During those performances, she had the privilege of working with the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Shes also had roles in Christmas movies like Marie Osmonds Merry Christmas and O Christmas Tree.

This year, Osmond also announced a three-day Christmas tour, with shows in California and Connecticut. The tour is called Symphonic Christmas. She explained I couldnt let Christmas go by without doing a show.

Many grew up with Osmonds Christmas specials. Now shes giving us tips on how to get through the next few weeks without packing on the pounds. Hopefully, well all have a healthy and happy holiday season.

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Try this Indian winter weight loss diet plan to prevent gaining belly fat and stay in shape  |  Photo Credit: Getty Images

New Delhi: Its true that many tend to pack on the pounds when it gets colder. Perhaps, research suggests that there are some natural forces at play - such as evolution and a lack of sunlight - which may lead to weight gain. But, its not a healthy practice to blame on these elements for the excess belly fat that youve gained during the colder months. One can easily stay in shape by making simple lifestyle changes like consuming foods that can promote weight loss. This simple Indian winter weight loss diet plan shown below may help you totake care of your health and fitness.

While there are many weight loss diet plans out there, theres no easy quick-fix or magic bullet for burning fat. Perhaps, its always safe to consult a registered dietician before going on any diet plan because you need a meal plan thats tailor-made for you based on your body type and overall general health. And heres a simple Indian balanced diet plan for healthy weight loss during winters.

Devising a healthy diet chart doesnt have to be only spinach and salads, although they are incredibly nutritious. The key is to focus more on seasonal foods that are high in fibre, protein, healthy fats and other essential nutrients while limiting the intake of packaged and processed foods. Here are a few tips to create a healthy Indian diet chart for losing the pounds in winters.

More fruits and veggies

Ensure that youre consuming plenty of seasonal fruits and vegetables this winter. They are low in calories but high in fibre, vitamins, mineral and other essential antioxidants that will keep your immune system strong and improve your digestive health. A diet that lacks adequate nutrition can leave you craving more junk, leading to unhealthy weight gain.

Include protein-rich foods

As you stay away from calorie-dense foods, includesufficient amounts of proteins - from nuts, seeds, beans, legumes, eggs, lean meat, poultry and fish - in your diet to help you feel full for longer and improve your metabolism. A protein-rich diet will also stop you from grabbing those sugary foods. Make sure that you pack enough proteins on your plate to lose weight fast.

Make small, smart tweaks

Avoid eating too comforting foods loaded with added sugars, sodium, saturated fats, which can cause bloating and a higher risk of several conditions such as heart disease, obesity and type 2 diabetes. Swap processed and packaged foods for wholesome grains and fresh produce whenever possible. This will help you get a flat tummy and achieve your winter weight loss goals.

Take a look at thissample Indian balanced diet chart to help you create a sensible meal plan for healthy weight loss during winters:

Along with a healthy meal plan, include some physical activities you enjoy and can stick to it. The bottom line is, a healthy, balanced diet combined with regular exercise can help you lose weight and keep it off.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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The Mediterranean diet has gained popularity as a heart-healthy diet that is both enjoyable and satisfying. While many diets are restrictive, making certain food groups off-limits, following a Mediterranean eating plan allows for individuals to eat a variety of foods and doesnt encourage calorie restriction.

Often associated with olive oil and salmon, this is a diet that actually embraces many different kinds of foods while providing a shortlist of foods to avoid eating on a daily basis. Youve probably heard your friends and family, or maybe even your doctor talking about the Mediterranean diet. Whether your goal for changing the way you eat it lowering blood pressure, increasing energy, or losing weight, here is what you need to know about adopting a Mediterranean diet.

Our deep dive into the Mediterranean diet begins with a geography lesson. The name of the diet refers to its origin in the Mediterranean Basin, or the land that surrounds the Mediterranean Sea. Historically, this is an area of the world that has been associated with certain patterns of eating, which includes fish, bread, wine, and oil, and very little meat, according to the Iranian Journal of Public Health.While different eating patterns emerged, this basic diet of bread, wine, and oil spread throughout Europe thanks to its adoption by Christian monks.

Over time, this diet has evolved to include fruits and vegetables as major components. Even though it has ancient roots, it became the subject of research in the second half of the 20th century when Ancel Keys conducted a famous study of health habits and cardiovascular health on all seven continents.

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Perhaps the most well-known health benefit of following a Mediterranean diet is reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. In 2015, researchers conducted a large study involving 7447 individuals who were considered to be at high risk for cardiovascular disease, according to Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases.Those who adopted a Mediterranean diet, some with the addition of extra nuts and others with the addition of extra virgin olive oil, all showed to experience fewer cardiovascular events over the course of the study when compared to their cohorts.

Additionally, the participants who adopted this diet were observed to have lower blood pressure, reduced insulin sensitivity, reduced inflammation, and reduced oxidative stress. All around, consistent use of this diet, without the restriction of calorie intake, has health benefits for the whole body.

The primary benefit of the Mediterranean diet is heart health. However, it does contain far less saturated fat and sugars than most Americans typical diet, and emphasizes fruits, vegetables and legumes over meat and dairy. If your diet is already fairly low in fat and sugar, you may not see as many weight loss benefits as someone who is making a more drastic change. The Mediterranean diet is a fantastic foundational eating plan, though, so if you use it for a starting point, then keep an eye on your overall calorie intake, it can be an excellent way to lose weight.

While some diets encourage restriction of calories or prohibit certain foods, this isnt the case with the Mediterranean Diet. Instead, it is a fairly well-rounded nutritional plan that is safe because of how it approaches healthy eating. Lowered calorie intake or extreme restriction can put individuals at risk for disorder eating patterns. The great thing about the Mediterranean diet is that is generally focused on what you can eat, not what you cant eat. It also doesnt require you to eat very little or count calories.

Additionally, this diet includes foods known to be associated with heart health. While a diet like keto encourages increased intake of fat, this is a diet the embraces all food groups in moderation but limits saturated fats, meats, and processed grains.

The only risk worth noting is associated with an increased intake of wine. Even though red wine is embraced by proponents of the Mediterranean diet, it generally isnt recommended that people increase their alcohol intake in hopes of improving their health. While many people might be able to safely navigate the addition of a daily glass of wine, others may not be able to practice moderation, as pointed out by Time.

If youre interested in giving the Mediterranean diet a try, here are the foods you want to stock up on before getting started:

Produce is central to any healthy diet, so it is no surprise that this eating plan encourages plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Carb lovers, we have good news for you. Grains like rice, pasta, oatmeal, and whole-grain bread are part of daily eating.

Olive oil is an iconic part of this diet because it is an unsaturated fat. It is encouraged in place of butter or other saturated fats. Nuts are another source of healthy fat encouraged on the Mediterranean diet.

This diet is limited in meat but encourages seafood twice a week as a source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Followers of the Mediterranean diet are encouraged to drink a glass of red wine a day, but should proceed with caution.

As a diet that emphasizes treating plants as a major source of nutrients and calories, it may not be surprising the legumes are a big part of following the Mediterranean way of eating. Lentils, cannellini beans, and garbanzo beans are all great additions to your shopping cart.

Related: 15 Ways to Get Your Five Servings of Vegetables a Day

Heres a partial list of staple foods on the Mediterranean diet to get you started.

When it comes to the recommended foods to eat while on this diet, a good white bean or minestrone soup checks nearly all the boxes. Kale White Bean Soup includes lean protein from legumes and plenty of vegetables. Sub out the coconut oil for olive oil and youve adapted it into a Mediterranean diet approved meal.

A quick and easy recipe like Crunchy Hummus-Crusted Fish with Roasted Broccoli and Olives is just about as good as it gets when on the hunt for heart-healthy meals that you can make in half an hour. Salads can be jazzed up with fresh vegetables, an olive oil dressing, and beans. Eating fish at least twice a week doesnt have to be boring, bookmark plenty of inventive recipes, like these Cashew-Crusted Salmon Skewers.

The great thing about snacks on this diet is that they can be fairly simple. Keep roasted nuts on hand and youll always have an option you feel great about. Another simple option is whole grain bread with a little nut butter or mashed avocados.

Snack time is also a good time to increase your veggie intake, keep hummus on hand an cut up some fresh vegetables on the weekends to snack on all week long.

Breakfast on the Mediterranean diet is likely going to feel like a step away from traditional, American breakfasts. Eggs are encouraged on this eating plan, but only a few times a week. Other options include oatmeal topped with nuts, nut butters, or fruit. Greek yogurt also makes for a great breakfast that provides lean protein and can be sweetened with fresh fruit and a drizzle of honey.

Generally, the Mediterranean diet is a low-sugar diet. Processed carbs and sweets arent encouraged as part of everyday eating. That being said, there is definitely room for nutritious desserts. Many of them include fruit, like these goat cheese stuffed figs, drizzled with honey and topped with walnuts. Delish!

While certainly not as indulgent, sprinkling apples with cinnamon is a good way to satisfy a craving for after-dinner sweets without changing your commitment to tenants of the Mediterranean diet.

Regular consumption of red meat is discouraged on the Mediterranean diet, but not prohibited. Generally, it is recommended that red meat be reserved as the occasional treat. Additionally, processed carbohydrates and saturated fats are not a part of daily eating when following the Mediterranean diet.

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