bunsofaluminum - I will definitely let you all know how my just mashed potatoes do when I thaw and heat them. Hubby has often suggested going out to eat with my parents, my dad in particular, but my dad's condition is now that he is unable to go places plus he can barely hold a spoon or fork now and the ones he does have are specialized for him with special handles and bent at a specific angle.
Sept. 6 2019
Another sleepless night - my dog decided to sleep at my feet and in the wee hours of the morning she jumped off the bed in attack mode - I saw a shadow in the hallway - GD1 was spending the night and she got up to use the bathroom. Needless to say, I had a hard time falling back to sleep after that. That, and the fact that I had to make sure I woke up early to be able to drive GD1 to school.
I always hate it when I have to sset the alarm to make sure I am up early, then I don't sleep well becuase I am too worried I'd sleep through the alarm. Never mind, I do not recall ever sleeping through the alarm. But, I just woke up from a nap - the sun is shining and even though it is after 1 o'clock in the afternoon, I am having my oatmeal with flax seed, pineapple and Cherry Berry Blend. Earlier, I had peanut butter and jelly toast with my coffee.
Just finished reading the chapter titled Science - the Dark Side about the struggles TC Campbell had in the very beginning with the pro-industry crowd. So glad that he was strong enough to withstand all that was thrown at him. Imagine saying that a "lower intake of fat and a higher intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grain products would make for a healthier diet" (p. 265) would cause such a stir.
It far too often involves money, power, ego, and protection of personal interests above the common good. ... it's just day-to-day government, science and industry in the United States. (p. 267-268)
That just says way too much, in my opiniion. I remember doing my research on the 2005 changes of the food pyramid back when I was taking that culinary course. It was my research about the special interest groups controlling the information as to "what we should eat" -- I definitely learned that the pyramid guidelines is not what is to make up a healthy
I have to keep reminding myself as to why I began this WOE in the first place. Years ago, this book played a major role in my not eating as much meat. And also Dr. McDougall's books and the resources on this web page. Some time ago, I was listening to you tube videos while working in the garden and Marion Nestle came on and I keep hearing a phrase that she said replay in my head over and over: Not exact "Eat real food: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds.
But don't eat so much that you gain weight. (The underlined part is what gets stuck in my head. ) I can do without the meat - it's going without the refined stuff that causes me to falter.
But reading the chapter 13 about Science -- The Dark Side, and how the greed of some people, at the expense of the health of others, really makes me grateful for those who have stood firm for the truth and what is best for health.