My Life Changing Decision

On September 21, 2015, I made a life changing decision that is really paying off dividends after only 2 weeks.  I made the decision to transition to a Vegan Lifestyle.  I thought about this decision and prayed about it because it was going to be a life changing event.  This decision came after months of not being able to tolerate certain foods and just not being able to digest certain foods and feeling incredibly sick after consuming certain food products.  I consulted with many of my friends who I knew had adopted a vegan diet for their lifestyle and decided to give it a try.

I cannot tell you how wonderful I've felt since starting.  After two weeks, I've lost 12.8 pounds, my energy level is in overdrive, my adult acne has improved, my sleep patterns are more restful and productive, and I just feel incredibly awesome.  I have been cooking new meals and trying out new recipes and really having a great time exploring the numerous options available.  I have not felt deprived and I literally have to calm myself down at the end of the day because I've had so much energy these past 2 weeks.  I have been a true fan of green smoothies since January of this year and now I have taken it a step further with adopting a vegan diet. 

It was so funny after a week of being on a vegan diet that my co-workers pulled me to the side and asked me if I had a secret that I needed to share with them.  They told me that I was just glowing and looking so vibrant and asked me if I was expected a child.  I simply turned to them and stated that I was not pregnant, but had adopted a new lifestyle based on a plant based/raw foods diet.  I just told them that I had that "vegan glow."  It is definitely true that what you put into your body will really show on the outside.  Here's to a healthy new way of life!  I'm absolutely loving it!!