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Plant Based Lifestyle 🍆🍅🍋🍏🍠

Sweet_Serenity — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 07:09:48 GMT

Changed my life. Lost 33lbs another 20 to goal weight. Convey the message removing toxins along with processed foods containing salt sugar chemicals not able to pronounce. Feel immensely better. Like to start thread of like minded individuals sharing recipes for plant based diets. Experience with health benefits too. As with any lifestyle changes please consult with your doctor. Best regards.🙋

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Ladylaughsalot — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 10:28:52 GMT

Congratulations on your weight loss, and your healthier diet choice.

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Bhvbum — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 12:15:46 GMT

My plant-based diet that I followed for years, did the reverse. I gained about 40 pounds. I only lost it when I dropped as many carbs as I could. My lunch used to be a big plain sweet potato.

I was hungry all the time, so I cheated often with sugar and processed foods. I started adding protein back to my diet, eggs for breakfast, chicken to my salads, and slowly started dropping the high carb food. My hunger disappeared and so did the weight. I don't get hungry now, I don't have crazy cravings, and I feel much better.

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Jersey Born — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:11:33 GMT

Count me in, too! I have been eating only vegetarian items, with very minimal butter and parmesan cheese (for occasional flavor accent purposes only). Fruit for breakfast, raw vegetable salad for lunch without salad dressing of any kind other than squeezed lemon and pepper. Steamed veggies with beans or tofu and rice, quinoa, or kasha for dinner. Everything organic. Coffee without sugar (but with almond milk) at breakfast, and tea, water or sparkling, flavored water (zero calories) for all other meals. I am definitely losing weight and feeling more energetic. My silver jewelry is no longer making black marks on my neck or clothing, so I know I am losing acidity, which is a very good thing. I am also sleeping better. I do take vitamin B12 supplements as I am no longer getting that vitamin from any meat source.

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hoosieroriginal — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:16:45 GMT

I very rarely eat red meat, or chicken for that matter. Red meat just tastes weird to me. Occasionally, like once every 3 months, I do go have a hamburger because I'm craving the protein. Watch your D3 levels. My boss's daughter was a vegan and her dr said she had the worst vitamin D3 level he had ever seen. Congrats on your weight loss. I've watched Wendy Williams transform her body also going plant based.

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Quse — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:58:32 GMT

Congrats on your weight loss, but more so, the feeling better. I think everone's body is different and while some do well on plant only diets, others don't. I have to eat meat/eggs or I feel terrible, starving all the time and, like another poster said, start eating things I shouldn't.

I cut out dairy and instantly felt better, but am always looking for new ways to eat veggies, as I love them. Would be a good thread

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SeaMaiden — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 14:09:57 GMT

I am very careful with my Protein choices... I go a couple days with steamed salmon, then I will go a couple days with no animal source protein and just have raw nuts and seeds as my source... then I might change it up and have a portion of turkey breast meat steamed. Some days I will have unsweetened greek yougurt with some fruit. But not everyday.

I never use high heat or oils to fry my proteins. everything is steam cooked only. Here is why.

Heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are chemicals formed when muscle meat, including beef, pork, fish, or poultry, is cooked using high-temperature methods, such as pan frying or grilling directly over an open flame (1). In laboratory experiments, HCAs and PAHs have been found to be mutagenic—that is, they cause changes in DNA that may increase the risk of cancer

In fact I only steam everything I cook. Or eat the vegetables raw of course.

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meallen616 — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 16:03:21 GMT

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sidsmom — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 16:55:49 GMT

@Sweet_Serenity

Thank you starting this thread.

"Plant-based" definition has so much wiggle room, it makes me sad

when people begin eating this way & continue to eat processed food,

and lots of oil...and even lots of animal products/byproducts.

Luckily I follow a low fat, whole foods, plant based protocol, so I know

it's the healthiest option out there.

I have been seeing more & more professional athletes changing to a

vegan/plant-based protocol to better their health & extend their

career. I believe Tom Brady had a HUGE influence, as well as

the Netflix film, "What The Health" and "Fork Over Knives".

People are starting to figure out animal products/byproducts are

not good for us on many different different levels. It's exciting to

have people finally figure out health is tied to our food!

Here are 2 NFL players who are making the nutritional change:

https://www.sbnation.com/platform/amp/2017/7/21/16008680/trent-williams-vegan-diet-yoga-washington-offensive-line

http://www.espn.com/blog/arizona-cardinals/post/_/id/26629/david-johnson-and-wife-adopt-vegan-diets-after-watching-netflix-documentaries

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Verdana — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 18:31:32 GMT

@hoosieroriginal wrote:
I very rarely eat red meat, or chicken for that matter. Red meat just tastes weird to me. Occasionally, like once every 3 months, I do go have a hamburger because I'm craving the protein. Watch your D3 levels. My boss's daughter was a vegan and her dr said she had the worst vitamin D3 level he had ever seen. Congrats on your weight loss. I've watched Wendy Williams transform her body also going plant based.

Wendy's a pescatarian. Her son follows the strict plant based diet.

Her DH switches between the two.

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sidsmom — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 19:19:55 GMT

@Sweet_Serenity

I KNEW today was a good day!

Love me the Spud!

🥔💛🍠

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Verdana — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 20:01:56 GMT

@Sweet_Serenity wrote:
Changed my life. Lost 33lbs another 20 to goal weight. Convey the message removing toxins along with processed foods containing salt sugar chemicals not able to pronounce. Feel immensely better. Like to start thread of like minded individuals sharing recipes for plant based diets. Experience with health benefits too. As with any lifestyle changes please consult with your doctor. Best regards.🙋

@Sweet_Serenity

I've seen some threads of plant based recipes. Tips & ideas. Thought one was in 'Recipes' but no luck so far finding it.

Maybe another poster can find the threads, link to them.

Will add later if I do.

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sidsmom — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 20:26:43 GMT

Kitty has a thread which Lola added many recipes.

Good stuff.

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Kitty-Pirouettes-into-Plants/m-p/3933094#M109610

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Verdana — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 20:32:03 GMT

Found a few

Plant Based Proteins -
https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Plant-Based-Proteins/td-p/3725286

🍔 Plant Based Peeps... 🍔 -
https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Plant-Based-Peeps/m-p/3930656#M109502

Whole food Plant based diet -
https://community.qvc.com/t5/Kitchen/Whole-food-Plant-based-diet/m-p/3496030#M139133

Kitty Pirouettes into Plants! -
https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Kitty-Pirouettes-into-Plants/td-p/3933094

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chrystaltree — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 21:45:24 GMT

I can't say I'm all that interested in a plant based diet but I've lost 55lbs and my wellness program that was indeed a diet that focused on fruits, veggies, whole grains with small amounts of poultry or lean beef. I did have a lot of inflammation and cutting out the processed food and the sodium relieved my inflammation. My program provided our meals but I'm on maintenance now and gradually cutting back on the program meals. I'll never totally cut them out. I like the freedom of not having to think about what to make for dinner or lunch when I'm tired or not feeling well or just having a lazy day. I don't eat any breads anymore, not even whole grain breads. My diet is veggies, fruits, protein shakes and small amounts of lean proteins but not beef. Yes, I lost 55lbs but all the more important health numbers like my blood sugar and blood pressure and cholesterol and triglicerides also came way down. I'm definitely healthier and happier. I have broken the sugar habit and I am now at point at which, the way I eat is normal for me. It's funny, I sometimes think about having something but it seems like just thinking about and planning to eat it is enough to satisfy the craving.

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Verdana — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 03:19:18 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
I can't say I'm all that interested in a plant based diet but I've lost 55lbs and my wellness program that was indeed a diet that focused on fruits, veggies, whole grains with small amounts of poultry or lean beef. I did have a lot of inflammation and cutting out the processed food and the sodium relieved my inflammation. My program provided our meals but I'm on maintenance now and gradually cutting back on the program meals. I'll never totally cut them out. I like the freedom of not having to think about what to make for dinner or lunch when I'm tired or not feeling well or just having a lazy day. I don't eat any breads anymore, not even whole grain breads. My diet is veggies, fruits, protein shakes and small amounts of lean proteins but not beef. Yes, I lost 55lbs but all the more important health numbers like my blood sugar and blood pressure and cholesterol and triglicerides also came way down. I'm definitely healthier and happier. I have broken the sugar habit and I am now at point at which, the way I eat is normal for me. It's funny, I sometimes think about having something but it seems like just thinking about and planning to eat it is enough to satisfy the craving.

Excellent! Takes work. Education. And as the OP said checking with our doc, nutritionist etc to individualize our plan.

End result is great though as you found.

Amazing the changes when we cut the junk out of our diet.

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QueenDanceALot — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:31:09 GMT

https://plantfitsummit.com/

I am posting this for all those who may be interested in this event which is starting on September 1.

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QueenDanceALot — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:37:32 GMT

@sidsmom wrote:
@Sweet_Serenity
I KNEW today was a good day!
Love me the Spud!
🥔💛🍠

@sidsmom

Have you seen the tiny red potatoes? I think I may have mentioned on my Kitty Plant thread that I tried these wonderful little potatoes this week. Got them at my local grocer. Fantastic!

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sidsmom — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:46:26 GMT

@Verdana wrote:
@chrystaltree wrote:
I can't say I'm all that interested in a plant based diet but I've lost 55lbs and my wellness program that was indeed a diet that focused on fruits, veggies, whole grains with small amounts of poultry or lean beef. I did have a lot of inflammation and cutting out the processed food and the sodium relieved my inflammation. My program provided our meals but I'm on maintenance now and gradually cutting back on the program meals. I'll never totally cut them out. I like the freedom of not having to think about what to make for dinner or lunch when I'm tired or not feeling well or just having a lazy day. I don't eat any breads anymore, not even whole grain breads. My diet is veggies, fruits, protein shakes and small amounts of lean proteins but not beef. Yes, I lost 55lbs but all the more important health numbers like my blood sugar and blood pressure and cholesterol and triglicerides also came way down. I'm definitely healthier and happier. I have broken the sugar habit and I am now at point at which, the way I eat is normal for me. It's funny, I sometimes think about having something but it seems like just thinking about and planning to eat it is enough to satisfy the craving.

Excellent! Takes work. Education. And as the OP said checking with our doc, nutritionist etc to individualize our plan.
End result is great though as you found.
Amazing the changes when we cut the junk out of our diet.

The idea behind a Plant Based Diet is to reduce/eliminate

processed food and animal products/byproducts. If results are

seen by reducing the junk, just think of the amazing results

if one eliminates the animal products.

Here's a chart if anyone has questions. I would've added a 3rd column to specify Low Fat Whole Food Plant Based with a Primary Motivation of HEALING.

The factors would be the same as Health, but it would be a 100% protocol with eliminating oils. THAT'S where big changes occur in healing from heart disease, T2 diabetes, arthritis, obesity, etc.

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sidsmom — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 13:10:18 GMT

@QueenDanceALot

I've been looking for purples..what do they taste like?

Is that what you had?

Of course Instagram is lousy with purple pictures cuz they're SO

pretty! I need to go to WF and get a bag...bet they have them.

I'm baking up some little fingerlings (white/red) for today...like fries.

ETA:

Thanks for posting PlantFitSummit.

Love how all these webinars are free...especially w/ the level of

PB knowledge...just free for the taking! I noticed my favorite,

Andrew Taylor, "Spudfit", will be speaking as well! Love that guy.