At the end of June I came across Plant-Based Nation on YouTube. After watching the video, I jumped totally into the plant-based diet. I decided to make myself a guinnea pig to see for myself if this diet would improve my blood pressure and help me to drop at least 5 pounds in order to lower my blood pressure. Yes, I read numerous books and websites on the benefits of plant-based diets. I was positive that this would work since many others were able to change their health by eating plant-based-- and for all that stayed on the diet, it saved their life.
Plant-based is different from vegan. One does not consume meat, fish, dairy, eggs, oils, and processed foods . Only plants and whole grains. "If it has a face, then don't eat it" states Dr. Esselstyn.
Well, after being on the diet for almost 4 months, I have lost 16 pounds and lowered my blood pressure to the normal range. I have more energy than I have had in years, and I no longer get out of breath on my hikes.
Yup! I'm staying on this diet for the rest of my life. So the title of my blog is changing to Plant-based and Gluten Free. And I challenge any reader to go plant-base for at least two to three weeks to improve their health too. One can start with Rip Esselstyn's challenge and Facebook support group!
