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Why We Don’t Focus on Protein
Worried you're not getting enough protein on a plant-based diet? You're not alone, but here's the truth…Most people are already getting more than enough protein. The idea that we need to load up on protein, especially from meat, eggs, shakes or powders, is everywhere. It’s one of the most persistent nutrition myths out there. And if you’re eating a well balanced, starch-based, whole food, plant-based diet, you’re covered with no tracking, counting or stressing required. Still unsur
🛒 McDougall Pantry Essentials
Stocking your kitchen with these wholesome, McDougall-approved essentials makes it easy to prepare satisfying, plant-based meals every day. Here's what to keep on hand: 🥫 Dry & Canned Goods Buckwheat soba noodles Canned and/or dry beans (black, pinto, kidney, cannellini, garbanzo, no added salt) Canned tomatoes (combination of chopped or diced regular and fire roasted, no added salt) Corn tortillas (soft, no-oil) Ground flax seed* Lentils (red, brown, black, etc.)
Peggy Found an Elegant Solution to Better Health and Lost 40 Pounds
Peggy found the clarity she needed with the McDougall Program—a simple, sustainable way to support health and lasting weight loss. After struggling with her weight and trying Atkins, which left her feeling unwell, she discovered that vegetarian eating made her feel better. The 12-Day McDougall Program brought all the pieces together for her. Peggy has lost 40 pounds, using batch cooking and a well stocked pantry to keep healthy choices easy. Wondering if the 12-Day McDougall Program can
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Star McDougallers
Watch and read the inspiring success stories of people who reclaimed their health by following the McDougall Program. Some put chronic ailments behind them, others experienced dramatic weight loss, and still others faced and overcame far more dire circumstances. Here is where our Star McDougallers speak for themselves.
Do you have an inspiring success story as a result of following the McDougall Program? Have you experienced dramatic weight loss or put chronic ailments behind you? Maybe you have cured yourself of diabetes or kept cancer or MS at bay. Whatever your success story, we’d love for you to share it with us.
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Want the McDougall team's take on a particular issue? Each of the medical and nutrition topics below link to related McDougall newsletter articles, success stories and independent research. Click on any topic and learn the latest ways to improve and maintain your health and the health of your family.
Medical Topics
- Anti-Aging
- Arthritis
- Bowel Problems
- Breast Cancer
- Cholesterol & Triglycerides: Risk Factors
- Colon and Other Cancers
- Depression and Mental Disorders
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease & Atherosclerosis
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Kidney Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) & Diet
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Enlargement (BPH)
- Working with MDs