Hi protein, high (real) fat, low carb diet. I think "paleo" is a religion to some people in itself, but do try to avoid bread, pasta, and potatoes. I really don't like a lot of vegetables, but know I should eat more of them. I'm as far from vegetarian/vegan and a person can really get. (My cholesterol and triglycerides have always been good)

I ate really poorly for too many years, every night after work I would run to a local fast food. I wouldn't eat until 4pm and I still managed to stuff down 3500 to 4000 calories every day. I ballooned to 280 lbs and my doctor said you're going to die or worse have a stroke. He used an app on his computer inputting my blood pressure, weight, age, and activity levels and it said I had a 68% chance of a heart attack in the next 10 years. That scared the crap out of me. I'm eating healthier food (Mediterranian diet) starting with breakfast and working out 4 days a week. I lose a pound a week and I still have a bit more to go but I'm down to 220. Another 50 lbs and I'll reach my goal. I'm enjoying being more healthy and I plan on living another 20 years.