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My Story
Making changes in my way of eating has been a long journey. I am glad I have been gentle and have treated myself like a baby, weaning me off harmful junk and introducing new flavors and textures into my diet over a span of about 30 years. I have dabbled into vegan and vegetarian ways of eating and delighted my senses with every cuisine that New York has to offer. Indeed, other cultures seem to have a healthier and more natural diet.
Food, per se, contains many substances that cause the body harm: sugar, processed foods, excess salt, genetically modified foods, red meat. The good thing is that my taste buds have changed and making wise food choices comes easier now. I remember Fran Lappé saying in Food for a Small Planet that "we vote with our dollars." What I buy is what the food industry sells me. I have used this to my advantage: when I ask for healthier foods at my supermarket, the foods eventually appear on the shelves.
The benefits of a healthier way of eating have been many. The first difference I noticed was when I began to eat brown rice. My system began to run smoothly and regularly without the aid of laxatives, prunes, or bran.
I have worked with the foods I enjoy: green salads, grains, bean breads, fruits and vegetables, and alternative sweetener, chicken and fish, with a few vegan meals a week, etc.
In addition, I have been privileged to have worked with doctors who heal with nutrition. I was able to heal from a kidney infection under the direction of a very special doctor.
I am not a doctor, nurse, or nutritionist; I am well soaked in the collective wisdom everyone can access online and the proper medical personnel. I am looking forward to learning from those who wish to engage in a food conversation with me. Cilantro is the best anti-oxidant. Seaweed increases the metabolism.
At the age of 75, my health is remarkable. According to my doctor, my blood pressure is normal; my cholesterol is like a teenager´s; my AC1 is 6.1; I am obese, have edema, and a fatty liver non-alcoholic.
Lately, I have learned that inflammation is the cause of all diseases, including diabetes and cancer. Turmeric with ginger are great anti-inflammatory agents. I am eager to hear what wisdoms you bring from which I can learn.