by americaninca46 » Wed Apr 05, 2017 1:08 pm
Hi everyone, Thanks so much for all the support I get from just reading your posts. I am doing better than I was 2 months ago when I first posted. I am 2 months totally animal free. Feel great. Still a bit of pain in my neck, but virtually no knee pain. Lost13 more pounds to make a total of 50 since I started my healthier eating in June 2016. I am happy where I am at, but won't miss a few more pounds. With the snow almost gone, I am going to start walking more. Have not had any blood work done yet, but will sometime soon.
I don't have a family doctor. I am eating well, I think. The book that has helped me a lot is "the Plant -Based Journey" by Lani Muelrath. I make a huge pot of vegetable soup every week and freeze it I keep potatoes, apples, oranges beans, peas, brown rice, hummus and whole wheat pita on hand. I just got an Instant pot yesterday so will try not to blow myself up. Ha Ha!! I eat Bob's Red Mill 7 grain cereal for breakfast with banana and a bit of walnuts and brown sugar. For lunch usually veggie soup with added brown rice. For supper I will have peas, corn, rice or potatoes and orange and apples for desert. I do not vary much and do not seem to be bored yet. What I love the most is no worry about calories or nutrients. I eat when I am hungry and watch my portions a bit so I don't get stuffed. I am so thankful for Dr. McDougall's books and web page. Mary's recipes inspire me even though I have not tried many of them yet. I did get her favourite seasoning from Costco. Organic no salt seasoning. It is quite good.
I don't try to convert anyone anymore. I don't eat out much. I try to keep focused on my goal and not how people treat me or try to lead me astray. I still get sad sometimes and wish I had at least one good friend who ate the way I do. It is nice to visit here and know that i am not alone. For that, I thank you all