Hi Everyone,
I thought I would introduce myself. My name is Sue and I am 50 years old, till this Sunday when i turn 51. ;)
I have been overweight most of my adult life always on a diet of some sort. I would lose some of the weight but I always gained it back and more.
I even tried eating raw a few times, but never for more than a week or two at a time. The old lure of junkfood would always call me back.
Than after having several health problems, asthma, thyroid, high blood pressure, I decided to finally do something about my weight. I had gastric bypass surgery last September and I have lost 99lbs since than. I still have about 30 more lbs to go. I talked with my surgeon and I asked how I should eat now, whether i should be eating lowfat, lowcarb or what. He said just eat healthy foods. So I started eating more fruits and vegetables and less and less meat (it didn't agree with me anymore), untill I find I am eating totally vegetarian. I am now on day 11 and I've been eating 90% raw for 3 days. I had dressings on my salads on those days that wasn't raw.
I plan on starting my 30 day challege. I'm going on vacation this weekend, so I was going to wait till I returned but I think I will start today, just to keep me on track.
This is a very insirational site and I appreciate all the help! :)
Best Wishes,
Sue
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05-04-2005 12:06 PM #1
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Just starting the raw journey
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Sue,
Welcome and enjoy the journey!
Revvell
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05-04-2005 12:33 PM #3
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Good for you Sue!
I like your picture under your journal!! Very cute! :)
I know you'll find a lot of encouragement on this site!! I've been here just a little while and it's so cool to see how fast the community grows!Expecting first baby in July!!!
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05-05-2005 04:55 AM #4
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Thanks for the welcome! :)
Sue
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it's the only thing that ever has."-Margaret Mead
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Welcome! You will receive the results you seek and more on your raw food journey.
My heart is singing for joy this morning! A miracle has happened! The light of understanding has shone upon my little pupil's mind, and behold, all things are changed!
Anne Sullivan
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05-05-2005 09:34 AM #6
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Welcome Sue! Much success to you on Raw! Everyone here is so kind and helpful, I am sure you wil enjoy it here.
*~In Love & Light~*
Sue
We must be the change we wish to see-Mahatma Gandhi
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05-05-2005 09:45 PM #7
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A warm welcome to you Suzy and best wishes to you as you explore raw. :)
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