breakthrough for me. potentially good for all.

[OneGrassRoot]

2. My daughter and I did the same this summer...

She's been vegetarian her entire life (19 years), and I've been vegetarian for about 25 years., though not necessarily always a healthy vegetarian.

Making use of what we are growing and what we can get most economically, and locally, we've had green smoothies nearly every day and have eaten not only vegan, but strictly whole foods. Nothing processed. (She's been uber strict; I admit, I've cheated periodically...lol.)

A book I read back in the 80's is what set me on the healthier path after a gallbladder attack: Fit for Life.

We put the basics I learned way back then to use, including eating fruit only on an empty stomach and not with other food groups, and not drinking much while eating. Digestion is a huge aspect of our health, and not only do the processed foods interfere with that but other bad habits do as well. Giving our bodies time to digest and eliminate is really important.

I could eat brown rice and cabbage w/miso nearly every day. I may do just that when she goes back to school (she prefers more variety; I'm fine with repetition). I can't say I feel great yet, mainly due to extreme stress, but undoubtedly this diet has helped me cope with the stress better, and I'm losing weight, which is great.

Good on you, magical thyme. Glad you feel better!!!