One Year Later

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One Year Later

Postby circle city vegan » Thu May 05, 2011 7:03 am

I've officially been McDougalling for a year now. I feel great! I've lost 35 pounds (55 all together) so far and plan to eat this way for the rest of my life. I began looking for ways to stay healthy as I approached my 40th birthday. My mom died from cancer when she was 48. Suddenly I was looking at the big four 0, I realized that I didn't want the same fate for myself. I have little little kids and a child with special needs. Mommy needs to be around for awhile. I have been very fortunate to not have any major medical issues aside from overweight.

I started at 180+ after baby #5 and began losing weight by other means before I found the McDougall site. I've gone from Obese to Normal in the BMI ranges. I was so unhappy eating SAD foods. My stomach was always mildly uncomfortable. I could feel undigested food in my gut when I woke up in the morning. I would get indigestion with that nasty taste in my mouth. I was alway hungry eating to lose weight by other weight loss programs. I failed at many of those plans. I lost hair and sleep. I was emotionally unstable. I resorted to fasting which came with uncontrolled eating after the fast.

I haven't followed the entire time in a perfect way. I've suffered McDougall's revenge at least on one occasion. I've faced ridicule and ignorant food advice. I've been stared at and coaxed, worried about and had eyes rolled at. I've had mental health problems at the food court when I was hungry and there wasn't a single vegetable suitable for consumption. I learned how to be humble and let my success speak for itself. I learned how to change the subject. I really like the food I'm eating. I look forward to eating "my" foods. I taught my children a better way.

There are many many success stories here. Mine is just one of hundreds and not the most sensational. Still it is a victory not just for me but for my whole family and hopefully for my grandchildren.

Thank You Dr. McDougall from the bottom of my healthy heart!

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Re: One Year Later

Postby Birdy » Thu May 05, 2011 8:28 am

I can't wait to see your "After" photo. What a cute before photo with your child! I especially enjoyed your comments about trying to find vegetables or other vegan food at the Food Courts. I had a similar experience in a fishing village while on a weekend vacation about a month ago. It's weird what America is eating isn't it? You're doing great. Thanks so much for posting and sharing your story up to this point!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby Birdy » Thu May 05, 2011 9:14 am

Wow your transformation is stunning!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby Christine in Cali » Thu May 05, 2011 9:22 am

Wow....You look so healthy, vibrant and youthful!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby aussie » Thu May 05, 2011 9:32 am

I have slipped over the past winter: never meat, but cheese and ( :o potato chips!).You have inspired me to get back on track. You look so healthy. Congrats.
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Re: One Year Later

Postby ETeSelle » Thu May 05, 2011 9:39 am

CONGRATS!!! You look A-MA-ZING!!! :mrgreen: WHOO HOO to YOU!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby circle city vegan » Thu May 05, 2011 10:27 am

Thanks everyone. I forgot to mention that I went from a size 16 to a size 4-6.
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Re: One Year Later

Postby ncyg46 » Thu May 05, 2011 10:37 am

you look amazing! What a difference! :D
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Re: One Year Later

Postby nicoles » Thu May 05, 2011 11:01 am

WOW!! You look GREAT!!! Congratulations to you :) :) :)
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Re: One Year Later

Postby Atom » Thu May 05, 2011 11:42 am

WOW! You no longer look like a mommy, you look like a model!!! :-D Great job!!!!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby Potatohead » Fri May 06, 2011 9:34 am

You look Great...Congratulations :D
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Re: One Year Later

Postby lydia » Fri May 06, 2011 2:01 pm

Wow, truly inspiring pictures!!!! You look awesome!!!! I can't help but think that your child gets the greatest benefit as you are modeling eating healthy food....what a great beginning!!!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby maverick451 » Sat May 07, 2011 7:57 am

Congratulations, you look a good 10 years younger!
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Re: One Year Later

Postby Soxy » Sat May 07, 2011 9:57 am

Wow...amazing transformation! You look 20 years younger on the outside, imagine what changes took place on your insides. I too have been following this lifestyle about a year now. This post inspired me to join this forum. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: One Year Later

Postby serenity » Sun May 08, 2011 12:29 pm

Fabulous! Glowing with health. Thanks for sharing.
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