This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Tom cut out alcohol from his diet to stay slim (Image: Getty) Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge has been open about his weight loss journey over the years after a simple lifestyle helped him shed an impressive 12 stone. A decade ago, the Masterchef the Professionals star was known for his love of a pint, a packet of crisps and snacks of cheese on toast.

But fast forward to today, and the BBC presenter's lifestyle and diet have undergone a dramatic transformation. Tom, who presents The Hidden World of Hospitality with Tom Kerridge, tipped the scales at 30 stone as he neared his 40th birthday. Fearing an early death, the Michelin-starred chef decided it was time for a change - and the steps he took were surprisingly straightforward.

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