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Trajan

(19,089 posts)
8. Excellent ...
Sun Sep 15, 2013, 12:06 AM
Sep 2013

I began the Esselstyn program some five months ago .... A strict veganism, without dairy, meat, any nuts or oils ... Its very strict, but it pays off greatly in cardiovascular health ...

I decided, however, to allow myself to occasionally splurge and eat a couple of nice meals with lean meat and fats a month .... Special meals with family and co workers should be enjoyed .... but afterwards? ... back on the program ....

I'm thrilled with the results .... I am down 45 pounds since April ... 20 pounds within the first month and the rest at a slower, more even pace .... I am enjoying the vegan options, and happy knowing that I can eat an occasional cheeseburger and then return to vegan ...

Its my choice ... it is now my lifestyle .... and I am quite happy with it ...

Good luck ....

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Smart move pscot Sep 2013 #1
I know - my blood chemistry (cholesterol, etc) already much improved! NRaleighLiberal Sep 2013 #2
Fruit, veg, little bit of protein and carb GeoWilliam750 Sep 2013 #3
indeed. sitting here munching some grapes.... NRaleighLiberal Sep 2013 #4
Completely agree GeoWilliam750 Sep 2013 #5
You had me up until noamnety Sep 2013 #6
nope...it is fine to do that once in a while. NRaleighLiberal Sep 2013 #7
Excellent ... Trajan Sep 2013 #8
You are such an inspiration. I really applegrove Sep 2013 #9
This is an awesome progress report. Congratulations on your healthy attitude auntAgonist Sep 2013 #10
. NRaleighLiberal Sep 2013 #11
Great progress and outlook maddezmom Sep 2013 #12
Congratulations on your success jambo101 Aug 2014 #13
You Rock Cane Jason Sep 2014 #14
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