Hi Katie,
McDougalling just makes too much sense. In theory, it's easy. In practice, in a lot of ways, it is easy.
When I'm closest to 100%, it's easiest.
I'm not tempted in the least by animal foods or dairy.
How am I not 100%? I drink coffee. Lately, I've been limiting to 2 cups. I drink beer or wine on occasion. On those occasions, I'm apt to (over)consume processed carbs. Sometimes, at work, I'll eat candy - some of my coworkers have candy dishes out all the time. These are areas that I can improve upon.
I should exercise more regularly.
When do I do the best?
- When I'm active on this board. I'm trying to stay engaged here.
- When I go to a plant-based lecture or event. I live in Cleveland, and I've seen Dr. Esselstyn, Ann, Rip and/or Jane dozens of times. The Esselstyns probably think I'm a stalker. I've seen Dr. Ornish a couple of times, and Dr. Barnard twice. I've always wanted to go to a McDougall event - this could be the year!
- Reading or re-reading books gets me to be more mindful.
Those are things that get me to pass up the candy dish.
You'd think after 9 years, I'd be doing better. I'm doing pretty well, this month. I should have a goal of an unprocessed year!
On the plus side, before I started with this lifestyle I was on statins and BP meds. I've been free of prescription medication for 9 years!
Ruff wrote:Hi Landog,
I see you have been here a while (joined 2008] How have you found McDougalling in the long run?
Katie