You may have noticed that I've lost some weight in the past year. If not, take a look at some of my old videos and you'll notice a difference, especially in my face and waist. I owe it to focusing on a whole foods plant-based diet, which began with cutting out gluten and soy, and reducing the amount of processed foods I ate (including sweeteners and oils). Through this change in diet, I was inspired to cook more, which brought my health to a whole new level, reduced my carbon footprint, and saved me money. In a recent video series with Larry Cook, a health Author and Video Producer, I spoke about my health secret - check the first video out below.
Don't get me wrong, I do still enjoy eating out and splurging on the occasional pre-made meal a the grocery store, and you'll continue to see reviews on these companies. I still buy Daiya cheese on occasion (it's gluten and soy free). And I certainly recommend most vegan products to people with less restrictive diets than mine. But this is all in moderation - most of the time I cook for myself using ingredients from the produce and bulk sections, and I feel amazing from it on so many levels. To me, being eco-vegan mean considering the health of your body and the planet in every part of your life, especially when eating.
What's your biggest healthy lifestyle secret?
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
My Secret On How To Feel Healthier and Look Better
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Have you ever read the book "The China Study"? It's all scientifically proven evidence that a plant-based diet is the healthiest thing for you. I recommened it if you haven't read it already...it'll make you feel even better about what you are doing :]
Jessica - I have not read The China Study yet but have been following Dr. T. Colin Campbell for quite some time. Saw him speak last year and met him afterwards. He is also featured in the upcoming documentary Forks Over Knives, which brings in a lot of the information from the book - you'll have to see that when it comes out in March!
Hi!I like your blog, I dicover it now!^__^
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Don't forget that you get to put that special ingredient into your homemade meals that you won't get elsewhere as well - love.
That ingredient alone will help to nourish you and make your meals taste that much better.
You can also add sharing your homecooked meals with friends, family or a loved one. That also helps.
Great post.
Don't forget that you get to put that special ingredient into your homemade meals that you won't get elsewhere as well - love.
That ingredient alone will help to nourish you and make your meals taste that much better.
You can also add sharing your homecooked meals with friends, family or a loved one. That also helps.
Great post.
This is an awesome victory! Having had followed your proactive approach regarding your health and well-being - I celebrate with you!
Each month you went less pre-pkg and look at you now. You live by example. We are here too now :D
Thanks for digging deep, researching all over the place, getting educated and then coming back to share with us.
Shared Victory: My hubby is now juicing and eating more fresh whole foods as well! Hallelujah :D
All the way from Oahu, much love.
Wow, that's awesome! I already eat a pretty healthful lifestyle, but I could do better! I should stop eating cheese and meat and sweeteners, then I'd be good to go!
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