Day 437
It's been a long time!!
Let me first apologize for taking so long to update my little blog. For a quick explanation or an excuse, what ever you want to call it. I had to downsize my company at the end of March. This meant closing 3 office locations, and laying off all but a few of my staff. As you can imagine this was a very difficult decision. I felt it was the only thing I could do if there was any chance of saving my company if that was even possible. This also meant that I would have to go back into building mode and 18 hr days. There was many factors that led to the downsizing; Obamacare, Gov. Jerry Brown, the Department of Health Care Services etc.
So to make a long story short that is what I have been doing the last 6 months or so.
On to more important stuff. Yes I am still juicing almost everyday. I have missed a few days here and there but not many. I really just don't feel good if I don't have juice. I've had to make some adjustments including juices large batches of juice and freezing it. You do loose some nutrients and flavor but its very minimal. I have also maintained a plant based vegan diet. So even though my stress level has been over the top, I still continue to feel amazing.
Something else I have done is joined a few vegan groups on Facebook to talk to other like minded people. It has been an amazing experience and I have met some really incredible people. Not to mention we have went to some truly amazing vegan restaurants. It just shows that you can eat 100% plant based meals and not sacrifice taste or flavor. I will list links to some of the them on the links tab. I think my favorite is Native Foods Cafe. Native Foods has several locations around California and a few in other states. A really close 2nd would be Sage Bistro in Culver City California. Talk about amazing! I have not tried one dish that I did not love. If you have a sweet tooth they have a huge selection of non-dairy ice cream.
So I'm going to try and get back to blogging more often. Next entry I'm going to share my Thanksgiving experience this year and.....I have a huge announcement about Healthfest 2015. So I know its a lot to ask after such a long absence but please stay tuned!!!
A quick note. I have had a few messages from people saying they can't find my interview on the JuicingForHealth.com website. Here is the correct link. Jeff's 70-day Green Juice Clense
Monday, December 1, 2014
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Day 183
Day 183 March 22, 2014
WOW day 183!!!!
Its been over 6 months since I started on a journey to a healthier me! And what a journey its been. First off I would like to apologize for taking so long to update the blog. It has been a rough month or so. Not for my health and juicing and plant based eating...that is going better than ever. Ive just had a lot of personal and business setbacks that have really just dragged me down and taken all my time. Aside from that I feel amazing and cannot be happier with my new lifestyle and the new friends I have made.
So on to whats been going on, first some updates on some of the people that have been sending messages.
This is the most recent message i received from my old high school friend Jim:
"Hey Jeff. Just wanted to thank you again for being the inspiration for one of the biggest thing I have done for myself in YEARS. I have completed the 60 days. Although I am gong to do another 14 days. In the 60 days I lost 55.5 pounds. I am at 198.5. I literally can't remember the last time I was under 200 pounds."
That is so awesome and I am so happy for him!
And this is a message that my friend Cathy just posted on Facebook yesterday:
"I'm so proud of my Family----We knew we had to get into shape to be around for our families!! Frank and Jeff took the lead and inspired the rest of us. Janell took over and she is doing Fantastic! You all have kept me going through January when I was changing my nutrition from junk to plant base. I love all you guys and I'm the luckiest person a live!!! Just a side note....last time I weighed myself, I was tipping at 230lbs. I couldn't do anything but sit on the sofa. Now I work with a trainer three times a week, bike and hike!! That girl I use to be is making her appearance. I can't wait to give her a big ole wet kiss!!"
A few people have sent me messages asking about my friend that was found unresponsive and had to be take to the hospital. I am happy to say that he is doing great. Not sure what the cause was but his doctors told him not to worry and he has a clean bill of health. And actually with his diet and workout routine he really looks great.
I have received tons of new messages from people saying they have been inspired by this blog or have seen me recently and want to know more about how to get started on juicing and plant based eating. I really do love helping people and really never stop taking about it. So I have started a Facebook page:
Green Juicing Life Facebook
Please check it out and give me a like. I have also started a webpage:
Green Juicing Life
The webpage is not up yet but will be as soon as I can get some time.
I have been not only truing more juice recipes but also more vegan plant based dishes. It still seems so funny to me that I will sit and eat a plate full of vegetables. And Ive almost perfected my hummus recipe using no silt oil or sugar.
I'm getting ready to start my first vegetable garden as well. I can't wait to start eating and juicing my own vegetables.
Thats all for now
WOW day 183!!!!
Its been over 6 months since I started on a journey to a healthier me! And what a journey its been. First off I would like to apologize for taking so long to update the blog. It has been a rough month or so. Not for my health and juicing and plant based eating...that is going better than ever. Ive just had a lot of personal and business setbacks that have really just dragged me down and taken all my time. Aside from that I feel amazing and cannot be happier with my new lifestyle and the new friends I have made.
So on to whats been going on, first some updates on some of the people that have been sending messages.
This is the most recent message i received from my old high school friend Jim:
"Hey Jeff. Just wanted to thank you again for being the inspiration for one of the biggest thing I have done for myself in YEARS. I have completed the 60 days. Although I am gong to do another 14 days. In the 60 days I lost 55.5 pounds. I am at 198.5. I literally can't remember the last time I was under 200 pounds."
That is so awesome and I am so happy for him!
And this is a message that my friend Cathy just posted on Facebook yesterday:
"I'm so proud of my Family----We knew we had to get into shape to be around for our families!! Frank and Jeff took the lead and inspired the rest of us. Janell took over and she is doing Fantastic! You all have kept me going through January when I was changing my nutrition from junk to plant base. I love all you guys and I'm the luckiest person a live!!! Just a side note....last time I weighed myself, I was tipping at 230lbs. I couldn't do anything but sit on the sofa. Now I work with a trainer three times a week, bike and hike!! That girl I use to be is making her appearance. I can't wait to give her a big ole wet kiss!!"
A few people have sent me messages asking about my friend that was found unresponsive and had to be take to the hospital. I am happy to say that he is doing great. Not sure what the cause was but his doctors told him not to worry and he has a clean bill of health. And actually with his diet and workout routine he really looks great.
I have received tons of new messages from people saying they have been inspired by this blog or have seen me recently and want to know more about how to get started on juicing and plant based eating. I really do love helping people and really never stop taking about it. So I have started a Facebook page:
Green Juicing Life Facebook
Please check it out and give me a like. I have also started a webpage:
Green Juicing Life
The webpage is not up yet but will be as soon as I can get some time.
I have been not only truing more juice recipes but also more vegan plant based dishes. It still seems so funny to me that I will sit and eat a plate full of vegetables. And Ive almost perfected my hummus recipe using no silt oil or sugar.
I'm getting ready to start my first vegetable garden as well. I can't wait to start eating and juicing my own vegetables.
Thats all for now
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Day 145
Day 145 February 12th, 2014
Hello all!
I had a pretty great week this week. My friend Jessica took me to a great vegan restaurant in Palm Springs. Nature's Health Food and Cafe. I had the blacken tempura tacos, they were incredible. She really is amazing and I have already learned so much from her.
Then as you probably know the interview I did with Juicing for Health was posted online. The response has been so overwhelming. Sara Ding told me the response was so good that it crashed the server. I have no idea how many people read the interview but when it was added to Facebook it received over 4000 "Likes", shared over 500 times, and over 200 comments. It also brought over 5000 hits to this blog, which by the way has now went over 25,000 hits. I want to thank everyone for taking a look and for leaving all the great comments. And of course thank you Sara for sharing my story.
I received some great messages this week:
Hi Jeff!
So, I read your blogs last night. WOW! what a transformation! You've really inspired me to change my eating habits. I've kicked around the idea if becoming vegetarian or vegan before but never took the plunge. Juicing never even occured to me until I read about your journey. Like you, I feel I don't know if I can become fully vegan ( I mean come on, I like my steak and chicken) but I'm willing to give it a shot. I ordered my juicer last night ( same as yours) and am excited to use it. Probably won't start a fast until beginning if April though because we are going on vacation and I can't take the juicer with me, but I plan on a shorter fast...maybe 10 days or so to begin with. Maybe I can inspire Joe to do the same. I'm so looking forward to all of this energy you referred to...thanks so much for sharing and keep it up. You look great!
Followed by:
Hi Jeff
Just a quick note to tell you that today is the day I started my juice fast! I made your recipe that you shared in your interview and I have to say, IRS very good! My 2year old grandson said, with wide eyes, "Yummmm!" Lol. I've titled that juice as 'Jeff's juice' with other juice recipes. Anyway, I promise not to bother you, but just wanted to let you know and I hope I am as successful. Til next time...
I am so excited to hear how she is doing.
The next message really blew me away. I've lived in Southern California most of my life. I've met many TV, Movie Stars, Athletes and other famous people. I've even worked on movie and TV sets. I tell you this not to brag but to let you know that I'm not starstruck easily.
amazing mate....have you spoken to my team?? Please send your story with photos to xxxxx@rebootwithjoe.com Thanks for letting me know...Joe
As in Joe Cross from Fat Sick and Nearly Dead! I sent Joe a message to say thank you for the inspiration and he took the time to reply. That is pretty awesome. Now if we could just get him to come speak at New Year New You in Marshall Tx next year.
So after a great weekend hanging out with Jessica on Sunday I went to a cooking class at Chef AJ's house. AJ is so much fun, I encourage anyone that lives in Southern California to get to one of her classes. And definitely buy her book Unprocessed. She also travels and does events all over so check out her website. At her intro class we learned how to make:
Hello all!
I had a pretty great week this week. My friend Jessica took me to a great vegan restaurant in Palm Springs. Nature's Health Food and Cafe. I had the blacken tempura tacos, they were incredible. She really is amazing and I have already learned so much from her.
Then as you probably know the interview I did with Juicing for Health was posted online. The response has been so overwhelming. Sara Ding told me the response was so good that it crashed the server. I have no idea how many people read the interview but when it was added to Facebook it received over 4000 "Likes", shared over 500 times, and over 200 comments. It also brought over 5000 hits to this blog, which by the way has now went over 25,000 hits. I want to thank everyone for taking a look and for leaving all the great comments. And of course thank you Sara for sharing my story.
I received some great messages this week:
Hi Jeff!
So, I read your blogs last night. WOW! what a transformation! You've really inspired me to change my eating habits. I've kicked around the idea if becoming vegetarian or vegan before but never took the plunge. Juicing never even occured to me until I read about your journey. Like you, I feel I don't know if I can become fully vegan ( I mean come on, I like my steak and chicken) but I'm willing to give it a shot. I ordered my juicer last night ( same as yours) and am excited to use it. Probably won't start a fast until beginning if April though because we are going on vacation and I can't take the juicer with me, but I plan on a shorter fast...maybe 10 days or so to begin with. Maybe I can inspire Joe to do the same. I'm so looking forward to all of this energy you referred to...thanks so much for sharing and keep it up. You look great!
Followed by:
Hi Jeff
Just a quick note to tell you that today is the day I started my juice fast! I made your recipe that you shared in your interview and I have to say, IRS very good! My 2year old grandson said, with wide eyes, "Yummmm!" Lol. I've titled that juice as 'Jeff's juice' with other juice recipes. Anyway, I promise not to bother you, but just wanted to let you know and I hope I am as successful. Til next time...
I am so excited to hear how she is doing.
The next message really blew me away. I've lived in Southern California most of my life. I've met many TV, Movie Stars, Athletes and other famous people. I've even worked on movie and TV sets. I tell you this not to brag but to let you know that I'm not starstruck easily.
amazing mate....have you spoken to my team?? Please send your story with photos to xxxxx@rebootwithjoe.com Thanks for letting me know...Joe
As in Joe Cross from Fat Sick and Nearly Dead! I sent Joe a message to say thank you for the inspiration and he took the time to reply. That is pretty awesome. Now if we could just get him to come speak at New Year New You in Marshall Tx next year.
So after a great weekend hanging out with Jessica on Sunday I went to a cooking class at Chef AJ's house. AJ is so much fun, I encourage anyone that lives in Southern California to get to one of her classes. And definitely buy her book Unprocessed. She also travels and does events all over so check out her website. At her intro class we learned how to make:
- It's Easy Being Green Smoothie
- Nutrient Rich Chocolate Smoothie
- Fresh Almond Milk
- 8-Minute Split Pea Soup
- Quick 6 Fat-Free Salad Dressing
- Hail to the Kale Salad
- Nutrient Rich Smokey Black Bean Soup
- Chocolate Fundue
- Peanut Butter Fudge Truffles
- Fresh Banana Ice Cream
- Raspberry Coulas
All the recipes were not only Vegan Plant Based meals and desserts but they were all Salt, Oil, and Sugar Free.
I met some really great people there including Amanda who drove all the way from Bakersfield to be there. Can't wait until the next event.
Ok well that's enough for today. Happy Juicing :)
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Day 139
Day 139 February 6th, 2013
Hello fellow juicers and soon to be juicers,
Some exciting news, today Juicing-for-Health.com posted an interview that they did about my journey.
Check it out and let me know what you think.
Happy Juicing
Hello fellow juicers and soon to be juicers,
Some exciting news, today Juicing-for-Health.com posted an interview that they did about my journey.
Check it out and let me know what you think.
Happy Juicing
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Day 132
Wednesday January 29, 2014 Day 132
Well day 132 has arrived and what a day it was. I have so much to talk about. Last week I attended the New Year New You event in Marshall Texas. It will take me a few posts to talk about that.
But first off let me tell you about my day. I met the most amazing woman today. A close friend had met her at our local coffee shop. After finding out that she was a vegan, told her all about my blog and journey to get healthy. After exchanging a few messages we met for coffee. (tea for me) She told me that after reading my blog she has been inspired to work on a blog of her own. She has really had a rough couple years including getting really sick after being bitten by a Brown Recluse Spider. Despite many setbacks she still has such a great positive attitude. It was so nice to sit and talk about life, health and living a plant based lifestyle. I look forward to getting to know her better and learning more about her vegan life style. I will post a link to her blog when she starts it.
Then this evening I received a message from an old high school friend Jim. He had contacted me a few weeks ago after hearing about my weight loss. I spoke with him for a while and told him about my blog and the Fat Sick and Nearly Dead movie. He sent me a message a couple weeks later letting me know that he had watched the movie and read the blog. He was motivated to start a juice fast. The message I received today was just awesome:
"Hey Jeff. I completed the second week this morning. I really miss food but haven't cheated at all. And down 23 pounds. Thanks again I wouldn't have even considered this if I didn't see your post."
How awesome is that!! Congratulations Jim, I'm so happy you made a choice to get healthy.
Another message I received was also pretty inspiring. I was messaging with another friend that I have know for years. Again I told her all about green juicing, my blog, and Fat Sick & Nearly Dead. This was the response I received:
"So, I watched the video. I have exactly what he had. The rashes are just starting to clear up, but they still itch a little. The rashes were al over but those cleared up. I'm starting my juice Monday, Going to use my bullet until I can get the juicer. So I will talk to you when the reboot is done and let you know. Wish me well! Thanks, I think you just saved my life!"
I spoke with her today and although she wasn't able to do a green juice fast, she is still having juice every day! That is just awesome and I know she is going to feel so much better just by adding the juice to her life.
And now for a bit of scary news. Last week I received a message from my friends wife. She had come home to find him completely unresponsive. He was taken to the hospital and the first messages I received were that they had no idea what was going on. They ruled out a stroke and a heart attack. Then I received a message from his daughter that maybe it was a stroke. Finally after several hours I received a message that he was showing improvement. What they found is that he was suffering from a chemical in-balance and had high levels of ammonia in his body. (Hepatic encephalopathy) I spent the next several hours researching into the night what could cause this. Now I am not a doctor but what I found is ammonia is found in animal proteins and normally the liver is able to render it harmless. If your liver is not processing it correctly then it contaminates the bloodstream. What could cause this? Eating large amounts of animal proteins to the point where the liver is unable to keep up. For example following an Adkins type diet plan. I can't say for sure that is what caused this, (and for legal reasons won't) but he has been following an Adkins diet. Although he has been juicing as well so I'm really surprised. If you google search just high ammonia levels or liver problems with diet, you will see tons of hits on the Adkins diet, just saying. I'm happy to say that he is doing better and recovering. He goes back to the doctor next week I think so hopefully we know more then.
That is all I have for today, Happy Juicing
Well day 132 has arrived and what a day it was. I have so much to talk about. Last week I attended the New Year New You event in Marshall Texas. It will take me a few posts to talk about that.
But first off let me tell you about my day. I met the most amazing woman today. A close friend had met her at our local coffee shop. After finding out that she was a vegan, told her all about my blog and journey to get healthy. After exchanging a few messages we met for coffee. (tea for me) She told me that after reading my blog she has been inspired to work on a blog of her own. She has really had a rough couple years including getting really sick after being bitten by a Brown Recluse Spider. Despite many setbacks she still has such a great positive attitude. It was so nice to sit and talk about life, health and living a plant based lifestyle. I look forward to getting to know her better and learning more about her vegan life style. I will post a link to her blog when she starts it.
Then this evening I received a message from an old high school friend Jim. He had contacted me a few weeks ago after hearing about my weight loss. I spoke with him for a while and told him about my blog and the Fat Sick and Nearly Dead movie. He sent me a message a couple weeks later letting me know that he had watched the movie and read the blog. He was motivated to start a juice fast. The message I received today was just awesome:
"Hey Jeff. I completed the second week this morning. I really miss food but haven't cheated at all. And down 23 pounds. Thanks again I wouldn't have even considered this if I didn't see your post."
How awesome is that!! Congratulations Jim, I'm so happy you made a choice to get healthy.
Another message I received was also pretty inspiring. I was messaging with another friend that I have know for years. Again I told her all about green juicing, my blog, and Fat Sick & Nearly Dead. This was the response I received:
"So, I watched the video. I have exactly what he had. The rashes are just starting to clear up, but they still itch a little. The rashes were al over but those cleared up. I'm starting my juice Monday, Going to use my bullet until I can get the juicer. So I will talk to you when the reboot is done and let you know. Wish me well! Thanks, I think you just saved my life!"
I spoke with her today and although she wasn't able to do a green juice fast, she is still having juice every day! That is just awesome and I know she is going to feel so much better just by adding the juice to her life.
And now for a bit of scary news. Last week I received a message from my friends wife. She had come home to find him completely unresponsive. He was taken to the hospital and the first messages I received were that they had no idea what was going on. They ruled out a stroke and a heart attack. Then I received a message from his daughter that maybe it was a stroke. Finally after several hours I received a message that he was showing improvement. What they found is that he was suffering from a chemical in-balance and had high levels of ammonia in his body. (Hepatic encephalopathy) I spent the next several hours researching into the night what could cause this. Now I am not a doctor but what I found is ammonia is found in animal proteins and normally the liver is able to render it harmless. If your liver is not processing it correctly then it contaminates the bloodstream. What could cause this? Eating large amounts of animal proteins to the point where the liver is unable to keep up. For example following an Adkins type diet plan. I can't say for sure that is what caused this, (and for legal reasons won't) but he has been following an Adkins diet. Although he has been juicing as well so I'm really surprised. If you google search just high ammonia levels or liver problems with diet, you will see tons of hits on the Adkins diet, just saying. I'm happy to say that he is doing better and recovering. He goes back to the doctor next week I think so hopefully we know more then.
That is all I have for today, Happy Juicing
Monday, January 13, 2014
Day 115
Day 15 January 12th 2014
Well the new year is really starting off amazing! First off I want to give a big shout out to my friend Frank. I have mentioned him a few times in my blog. Frank and I have been friends since we were 10 years old. Even though we live on different sides of the country, we still talk on a regular basis. We have both struggled with our weight since our early 20's. He has been super supportive of me trying to get healthy and even tried juicing himself. Well even though it didn't go well the first time, he has started a fast again and is on day 10! He is already talking about how much better he feels and of course losing weight. I am so excited for him and his family!
I'm also really excited about going to Texas in a few days for the New Year New You Health Fest. Can't wait to see my cousin Amanda, she has been one of my biggest supporters. She has also introduced me to some amazing people. I'm a little bummed that that my friend Lisa can't make it, but I know that she is even more bummed than I am.
I have continued to spread the word to anyone that will listen about the benefits of juicing and a plant based diet. This blog has not had over 16,000 hits so I must be talking a lot! In the process of dishing out advice I came across a Facebook page called Juicing for Health, which led me to the website Juicing for Health with Sara Ding. What an amazing Facebook page and website. Sara has so much great information on juicing on her page. She has also written a couple books in what she calls the Healthy Pretty Happy Lifestyle Series.
The e-books The Healthy Pretty Happy way to Juicing and 100 Healthy Pretty Happy Juice Recipes are available for just $6.95 for both at Healthy Pretty Happy Lifestyle Series. I recommend that everyone checks our her site and Like her Facebook Page. Not that she needs my help, her page has over 500,000 likes.
The other kinda cool thing that happen this weekend, I tried a new Farmers Market new my house in Wrightwood CA. It's only about 7 miles from my house and I had no idea it was even there. I met some really great people there including the people from the family farm that sponsors the market. They gave me a lot of pointers for starting my garden in the spring. There was also a woman that I was telling her all about my juicing and plant based diet. It turns out that she is has been a vegan for many years and a big fan of Dr. McDougall and went on trip to Costa Rica with the McDougall group this past summer. If you don't know who Dr. McDougall is click on the link to his page. The McDougall Health & Medical Center's slogan is "It's the food" I can do a blog entry just on Dr. McDougall (good idea) She was so excited to tell me all about her trip. She went zip lining, river rafting, and snorkeling which sounded pretty incredible, especially when she told me she is 78 years old! Just amazing, and she give all the credit to her healthy plant based lifestyle.
That's all for now, Happy Juicing!!!!
Well the new year is really starting off amazing! First off I want to give a big shout out to my friend Frank. I have mentioned him a few times in my blog. Frank and I have been friends since we were 10 years old. Even though we live on different sides of the country, we still talk on a regular basis. We have both struggled with our weight since our early 20's. He has been super supportive of me trying to get healthy and even tried juicing himself. Well even though it didn't go well the first time, he has started a fast again and is on day 10! He is already talking about how much better he feels and of course losing weight. I am so excited for him and his family!
I'm also really excited about going to Texas in a few days for the New Year New You Health Fest. Can't wait to see my cousin Amanda, she has been one of my biggest supporters. She has also introduced me to some amazing people. I'm a little bummed that that my friend Lisa can't make it, but I know that she is even more bummed than I am.
I have continued to spread the word to anyone that will listen about the benefits of juicing and a plant based diet. This blog has not had over 16,000 hits so I must be talking a lot! In the process of dishing out advice I came across a Facebook page called Juicing for Health, which led me to the website Juicing for Health with Sara Ding. What an amazing Facebook page and website. Sara has so much great information on juicing on her page. She has also written a couple books in what she calls the Healthy Pretty Happy Lifestyle Series.
The other kinda cool thing that happen this weekend, I tried a new Farmers Market new my house in Wrightwood CA. It's only about 7 miles from my house and I had no idea it was even there. I met some really great people there including the people from the family farm that sponsors the market. They gave me a lot of pointers for starting my garden in the spring. There was also a woman that I was telling her all about my juicing and plant based diet. It turns out that she is has been a vegan for many years and a big fan of Dr. McDougall and went on trip to Costa Rica with the McDougall group this past summer. If you don't know who Dr. McDougall is click on the link to his page. The McDougall Health & Medical Center's slogan is "It's the food" I can do a blog entry just on Dr. McDougall (good idea) She was so excited to tell me all about her trip. She went zip lining, river rafting, and snorkeling which sounded pretty incredible, especially when she told me she is 78 years old! Just amazing, and she give all the credit to her healthy plant based lifestyle.
That's all for now, Happy Juicing!!!!
Friday, January 3, 2014
Day 107
Day 107 Jan 3rd, 2014
Hello Juice Friends,
Well it's a new year and it has already been pretty good. New Year's Eve was very cool. My good friends asked if I wanted to go hiking with them on the 1st. They have seen the results I've been having and after reading this blog, wanted to pick my brain a little. Then I received a message on Facebook from someone I went to high school with. She is on her own path to getting healthy and checked out the blog. Hopefully we can share and help each other along the way. I've also received lots of messages from friends of friends as well as strangers asking for advice and giving support.
The night got better as I rang in the new year with some really awesome people. I'm really looking forward to 2014 and hope they are part of it. We had such a great time although some may not of been feeling to good the next day.
The next morning I woke up and decided to check the scale. 199.8! This is the first time I have been under 200 lbs in over 20 years. What an amazing feeling! It was also pretty great the night before to not be able to find anything to wear because all my 2x and 3x cloths just hang off me. I even ordered a new Buddhist Boot Camp T-Shirt because the one I had was too big. Well I ordered a XL and it was still to big. I've been able to buy some shirts in size Large.
In addition to paying it forward with what I've learned about juicing and a plant based diet, I've given out several copies of the Buddhist Boot Camp book. I really think it's a great book that can help you live a little happier in your everyday life. I've received nothing but positive feedback.
While I was sitting updating the blog I noticed a Facebook message from another friend from high school. He said he is in the same boat as many of us and ready for a lifestyle change. It is just so cool to have people ask you for advice and be able to give it.
Well I've also had some great food this week. MA PO Tofu at PF Chang's, it's spicy garlic-red chili sauce with crispy silken tofu in a ring of steamed broccoli. It was so good! I also made my own garlic Hummus that was oil free. It came out a little fluffy instead of creamy without the oil, but tasted yummy.
So going into the new year I would like to continue on my path to a happier healthier me. I would also like to continue to help others get on tract to do the same thing. I had said earlier in the blog that I wasn't sure if I would be able to go completely plant based but so far I have and it's not really that hard to do. And I also want to learn to live without the Salts, Oils, and Sugars. That is a challenge because almost everything you buy in a store has all 3 of those in once way or another.
Happy Juicing
Hello Juice Friends,
Well it's a new year and it has already been pretty good. New Year's Eve was very cool. My good friends asked if I wanted to go hiking with them on the 1st. They have seen the results I've been having and after reading this blog, wanted to pick my brain a little. Then I received a message on Facebook from someone I went to high school with. She is on her own path to getting healthy and checked out the blog. Hopefully we can share and help each other along the way. I've also received lots of messages from friends of friends as well as strangers asking for advice and giving support.
The night got better as I rang in the new year with some really awesome people. I'm really looking forward to 2014 and hope they are part of it. We had such a great time although some may not of been feeling to good the next day.
The next morning I woke up and decided to check the scale. 199.8! This is the first time I have been under 200 lbs in over 20 years. What an amazing feeling! It was also pretty great the night before to not be able to find anything to wear because all my 2x and 3x cloths just hang off me. I even ordered a new Buddhist Boot Camp T-Shirt because the one I had was too big. Well I ordered a XL and it was still to big. I've been able to buy some shirts in size Large.
In addition to paying it forward with what I've learned about juicing and a plant based diet, I've given out several copies of the Buddhist Boot Camp book. I really think it's a great book that can help you live a little happier in your everyday life. I've received nothing but positive feedback.
While I was sitting updating the blog I noticed a Facebook message from another friend from high school. He said he is in the same boat as many of us and ready for a lifestyle change. It is just so cool to have people ask you for advice and be able to give it.
Well I've also had some great food this week. MA PO Tofu at PF Chang's, it's spicy garlic-red chili sauce with crispy silken tofu in a ring of steamed broccoli. It was so good! I also made my own garlic Hummus that was oil free. It came out a little fluffy instead of creamy without the oil, but tasted yummy.
So going into the new year I would like to continue on my path to a happier healthier me. I would also like to continue to help others get on tract to do the same thing. I had said earlier in the blog that I wasn't sure if I would be able to go completely plant based but so far I have and it's not really that hard to do. And I also want to learn to live without the Salts, Oils, and Sugars. That is a challenge because almost everything you buy in a store has all 3 of those in once way or another.
Happy Juicing
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Breville vs Omega Juicer
Breville Elete 800JEXL vs Omega J8006 Juicers
I came across a pretty good deal on an Omega J8006 juicer. Even though I already have a Breville which I love, I have heard and read about the benefits of a masticating juicer. The big one being you get more juice out of your fruits and veggies.
For those that don't know the difference between a centrifugal and a masticating juicer here you go.
A centrifugal juicer spins at a high RPMs. Fruits and vegetables that are put into the feed shoot are chopped up by a disk and juice is forced through a fine mesh screen. The remaining pulp is thrown into a separate container. They juice very fast but your pulp can come out pretty wet meaning your not getting as much juice as you should.
A masticating juicer chews and crushes your fruits and veggies between 1 or 2 augers. As it grinds and crushes and presses the juice through a small screen.
Both have pros and cons for different fruits and vegetables. Some will say that the centrifugal oxidizes the juice because of the high speeds which will reduce shelf life. Also I have heard that it's heats up the juice because of the high speeds causing it to loose nutrients.
So keep in mind this is only my opinion based on my use of both machines. I juiced all of the following on both:
Kale
Romaine
Swiss chard
Beets
Celery
Carrots
Cilantro
Apples
Lemons
Mint
Watermelon
Ginger
Strawberries
Grapes
First off I will say the Omega did produce more juice with the leafy greens, plus you can rejoice the pulp again and get a little more juice. That is the best I can say about the Omega. While it did produce more juice it took close to 3 times longer to do it. I make a gallon of juice a day. Cleaning the fruits and veggies is the same but prepping is a different story. In the Breville the only thing I had to cut up was the watermelon. Everything else I was able to put in whole. The Omega required everything to be cut into small pieces. Even carrots had to be split. The leafy greens had to be put in small leafs at a time. The Omega also clogged several times while making the gallon of juice requiring me to take it apart and clean it. When I was done I strained both and the Omega juice also also had a lot more pulp in it.
I repeated this three times on different days and the results were pretty much the same every time. The Omega produced more juice in the beginning with the leafy greens. By the time I was done with both batches the Breville had produced slightly morels juice. As far as heating up the juice, the juice produced by the Omega was almost warm when it was done compared to the Breville. Speed, the Breville took 23 minutes to make 1 gallon of juice after cleaning the fruits and veggies including cutting the watermelon. The Omega took 1 hr 36 minutes including cutting up everything to fit and stopping at least 3 times to clean the screen and corkscrew. Cleaning, the Breville only had 4 pieces, all pretty large and easy to clean. The Omega has more pieces and some are small but I didn't think clean up was an issei really with either one.
In summery while I do not think the Omega is a bad machine. You can also make pasta and breadsticks if you want to and I really wanted to like it. But in the end it's just way to slow. If I was only doing leafy greens it would be slow but make a lot of juice. But I'm not, I juice all kinds of fruits and veggies. Does it make a better quality juice, maybe but not enough to justify the extra time it takes.
I came across a pretty good deal on an Omega J8006 juicer. Even though I already have a Breville which I love, I have heard and read about the benefits of a masticating juicer. The big one being you get more juice out of your fruits and veggies.
For those that don't know the difference between a centrifugal and a masticating juicer here you go.
A centrifugal juicer spins at a high RPMs. Fruits and vegetables that are put into the feed shoot are chopped up by a disk and juice is forced through a fine mesh screen. The remaining pulp is thrown into a separate container. They juice very fast but your pulp can come out pretty wet meaning your not getting as much juice as you should.
A masticating juicer chews and crushes your fruits and veggies between 1 or 2 augers. As it grinds and crushes and presses the juice through a small screen.
Both have pros and cons for different fruits and vegetables. Some will say that the centrifugal oxidizes the juice because of the high speeds which will reduce shelf life. Also I have heard that it's heats up the juice because of the high speeds causing it to loose nutrients.
So keep in mind this is only my opinion based on my use of both machines. I juiced all of the following on both:
Kale
Romaine
Swiss chard
Beets
Celery
Carrots
Cilantro
Apples
Lemons
Mint
Watermelon
Ginger
Strawberries
Grapes
First off I will say the Omega did produce more juice with the leafy greens, plus you can rejoice the pulp again and get a little more juice. That is the best I can say about the Omega. While it did produce more juice it took close to 3 times longer to do it. I make a gallon of juice a day. Cleaning the fruits and veggies is the same but prepping is a different story. In the Breville the only thing I had to cut up was the watermelon. Everything else I was able to put in whole. The Omega required everything to be cut into small pieces. Even carrots had to be split. The leafy greens had to be put in small leafs at a time. The Omega also clogged several times while making the gallon of juice requiring me to take it apart and clean it. When I was done I strained both and the Omega juice also also had a lot more pulp in it.
I repeated this three times on different days and the results were pretty much the same every time. The Omega produced more juice in the beginning with the leafy greens. By the time I was done with both batches the Breville had produced slightly morels juice. As far as heating up the juice, the juice produced by the Omega was almost warm when it was done compared to the Breville. Speed, the Breville took 23 minutes to make 1 gallon of juice after cleaning the fruits and veggies including cutting the watermelon. The Omega took 1 hr 36 minutes including cutting up everything to fit and stopping at least 3 times to clean the screen and corkscrew. Cleaning, the Breville only had 4 pieces, all pretty large and easy to clean. The Omega has more pieces and some are small but I didn't think clean up was an issei really with either one.
In summery while I do not think the Omega is a bad machine. You can also make pasta and breadsticks if you want to and I really wanted to like it. But in the end it's just way to slow. If I was only doing leafy greens it would be slow but make a lot of juice. But I'm not, I juice all kinds of fruits and veggies. Does it make a better quality juice, maybe but not enough to justify the extra time it takes.
Day 101
Day 101 Dec 28th, 2013
Hello everyone,
I'm being told that I'm not blogging often enough. I agree, I just don't know where the time goes. 100 days has seemed to fly by. The biggest question I've been getting from people "How much weight have you gained since you stopped juicing?" Well first off I haven't stopped juicing, I still have juice everyday. There has been only one day in that last 100 days and that was on Christmas. I ended up traveling all day and didn't have any juice to take with me. By the time I got home with my kids I was exhausted. As far as how much weight I have gained......wait for it..... Zero!! I have continued to lose weight. On Christmas Day I was at 68 lbs lost, 1 lb short of a goal I had for Christmas morning. I was really wanted to see 199 on the scale. It has been at least 17-18 years since I've seen that. But I'm not disappointed at all. I've freaking lost 68 lbs and feel better than I have in years.
I've had some good luck paying it forward as well. I've mentioned my friend Frank before and how he was interested in what I was doing. He decided to try juicing but only lasted a day or so. Well now after seeing how well I'm doing he has decided to try again. He even bought a Breville 800JEXL like the one I have. I know he can do it. He has always been someone that once he sets his mind to something he does it. Him and his family will be out in California in May. It will be so awesome for both of us to be fit and healthy for the first time in decades!
Speaking of family, last night I seen Franks brother, sister, and mother. Needless to say they were quite shocked with my transformation. They were equally shocked when I told them I haven't had meat or dairy in almost 4 months. They have known me my entire life and how I have always eaten. It really made my day to talk to them about my journey.
That's all for now, Happy Juicing
Hello everyone,
I'm being told that I'm not blogging often enough. I agree, I just don't know where the time goes. 100 days has seemed to fly by. The biggest question I've been getting from people "How much weight have you gained since you stopped juicing?" Well first off I haven't stopped juicing, I still have juice everyday. There has been only one day in that last 100 days and that was on Christmas. I ended up traveling all day and didn't have any juice to take with me. By the time I got home with my kids I was exhausted. As far as how much weight I have gained......wait for it..... Zero!! I have continued to lose weight. On Christmas Day I was at 68 lbs lost, 1 lb short of a goal I had for Christmas morning. I was really wanted to see 199 on the scale. It has been at least 17-18 years since I've seen that. But I'm not disappointed at all. I've freaking lost 68 lbs and feel better than I have in years.
I've had some good luck paying it forward as well. I've mentioned my friend Frank before and how he was interested in what I was doing. He decided to try juicing but only lasted a day or so. Well now after seeing how well I'm doing he has decided to try again. He even bought a Breville 800JEXL like the one I have. I know he can do it. He has always been someone that once he sets his mind to something he does it. Him and his family will be out in California in May. It will be so awesome for both of us to be fit and healthy for the first time in decades!
Speaking of family, last night I seen Franks brother, sister, and mother. Needless to say they were quite shocked with my transformation. They were equally shocked when I told them I haven't had meat or dairy in almost 4 months. They have known me my entire life and how I have always eaten. It really made my day to talk to them about my journey.
That's all for now, Happy Juicing
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I encourage everyone to check this out! It really was the jump start I needed to make a change in my life for the better. You can also watch the full movie on Netflix!
Monday, December 16, 2013
Day 89
Day 89 December 16th, 2013
Well hello all!
Things are going amazing, just really busy. I have a lot to update so hopefully I can get to some of it. If I look back 90 days I feel like I'm a different person. I feel better everyday and I really have come to enjoy my new way of eating. I no longer crave junk food but instead healthy snacks and food. I really think the most important thing I gave up was dairy! Obviously the junk food was a huge negative in my life but so was the dairy. Its really what I thought I would have a hard time giving up.
Ok moving on, I had a few people ask me about thanksgiving. I know its been a couple weeks but its worth mentioning. I had an amazing vegan dinner that my friend Kim Lombardi made for me.
Veggie-Ducken, Potatoes, Stuffing, Sweet Potato Brulee, Vegan Gravy, and Vegan Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake. It was so incredible! but it did take me 2 days to eat. I would get full after just a couple bites.
I do need to work on some more healthy meals. So far I have been eating things like black beans and brown rice. salads with oil free non dairy dressing, lots of hummus, whole wheat pasta, veggie pasta sauce. Oh and I made the most amazing chocolate chip cookies that were salt, oil, sugar, and dairy free.
I also continue to spread the word how amazing green juicing and plant based eating is for your health. This past weekend I sat and talked with a good friend of mine that has had ongoing health issues. Nothing related to her weight, she really is quite stunning. But doctors have been using her as a guinea pig with medication and test after test. I'm convinced that juicing and removing dairy and other foods from her diet is going to help her. I think she is convinced as well. She has already started to juice once a day (before I spoke to her) and has noticed a difference. I can't wait to see where this takes her.
Just noticed the time! That's all for now, happy juicing.
Well hello all!
Things are going amazing, just really busy. I have a lot to update so hopefully I can get to some of it. If I look back 90 days I feel like I'm a different person. I feel better everyday and I really have come to enjoy my new way of eating. I no longer crave junk food but instead healthy snacks and food. I really think the most important thing I gave up was dairy! Obviously the junk food was a huge negative in my life but so was the dairy. Its really what I thought I would have a hard time giving up.
Ok moving on, I had a few people ask me about thanksgiving. I know its been a couple weeks but its worth mentioning. I had an amazing vegan dinner that my friend Kim Lombardi made for me.
Veggie-Ducken, Potatoes, Stuffing, Sweet Potato Brulee, Vegan Gravy, and Vegan Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake. It was so incredible! but it did take me 2 days to eat. I would get full after just a couple bites.
I do need to work on some more healthy meals. So far I have been eating things like black beans and brown rice. salads with oil free non dairy dressing, lots of hummus, whole wheat pasta, veggie pasta sauce. Oh and I made the most amazing chocolate chip cookies that were salt, oil, sugar, and dairy free.
I also continue to spread the word how amazing green juicing and plant based eating is for your health. This past weekend I sat and talked with a good friend of mine that has had ongoing health issues. Nothing related to her weight, she really is quite stunning. But doctors have been using her as a guinea pig with medication and test after test. I'm convinced that juicing and removing dairy and other foods from her diet is going to help her. I think she is convinced as well. She has already started to juice once a day (before I spoke to her) and has noticed a difference. I can't wait to see where this takes her.
Just noticed the time! That's all for now, happy juicing.
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Day 80
Day 80 December 7th, 2013
Well as promised I will upload some photos.
Well as promised I will upload some photos.
This was last spring at R-Ranch of the Sequoia's
These 2 were taken in September the week I started Juicing.
Nov 16th, 2013 Mud Factor 5K Mud Run
This was a few weeks ago.
So far as of today I'm down 57 lbs. I have been back to eating for a few weeks and have not gained any weight back. I am maintaining a plant based diet with no meat or dairy. I have went from a size 44 jeans to a 34. I will take full measurements for the 90 day mark of my journey.
More to come later :) Happy Juicing
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
DAY 70
Day 70 November 27, 2013
Well time seems to be flying by. I can't believe its been 70 day since I started this journey. I had said that I was going to do 30 days and hoped I would be able to go 60. Truth be told 60 was easy. Once I got through the first I would say 10 days, it became habit. Did I miss and crave food, sure I did. But my desire to get healthy sort of overpowered those cravings. And the better I felt and the more people that told me how much better I looked everyday, made it easier everyday.
So I am still juicing everyday and starting on day 61 I started to incorporate some food into the juicing. Lets just say it was a disaster!!! I dropped my daughter off at work at the Pizza Factory and she had been telling me about the new Raspberry Vinaigrette dressing they have. I asked her if it was oil free and she said it was. So with my small salad gown I piled it with Lettuce, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Beets, and Sunflower Seeds. Now if you read my blog up until now you would know that I have never eaten a salad full of vegetables. Well is was amazing, even with the dressing I was able to taste everything. I was full in no time and felt completely satisfied.........but guess what? It was not oil free dressing! I should have known by the consistency that it was filled with olive oil. Let this be a warning to any one doing an extended juice fast. Avoid all oils and salt when you start eating again. And obviously avoid any fried or greasy food.
Ok, so that was a lesson learned. The next day I still juiced for breakfast and lunch. For dinner I made black beans and rice along with some juice. I only had a very small portion and was full. I had no problems with this and it was yummy!
The rest of the week was pretty much the same. Juice for breakfast and lunch and something light and vegan for dinner with juice. Solid fruits and veggies, salads, more beans and rice, pasta with marinara sauce. I felt amazing and actually was still losing weight. My weight loss had slowed down some, which was expected.
Saturday I had something really good and also something really bad! For breakfast I added my green juice to a banana, blueberries, and chia seeds to make a smoothy. It was so amazing that I can even explain it! 2 of my daughters even liked it! Of course I didn't tell them about the green juice, only the banana and blueberries. Now the bad, Saturday night I went out to see my friends band play again. This time I had a couple drinks. Not that is very healthy but I had vodka with cranberry juice (So its still juice right?) but thats not the bad part. After the show about 2:30am a few of us decided to head over to the Pizza Factory and make some food. (My friends Brian and Kim are the owners and their daughter Kailey's band House of Alice is who we went to see) Now I could of had a salad of something healthy but we decided to make a Buffalo Chicken Pizza and a Pastrami Sandwich Pizza! I had no intention of eating any but when they came out of the oven they just smelled so good! I thought maybe I will just try a little of each. Well that turned into 3 slices of pizza! I new I would regret it but I didn't know how much. By the time I got home an hour or so later I was already having severe stomach pain. And without going into detail I spent Sunday and most of Monday running to the bathroom. By Monday night I still didn't feel good at all. I was dehydrated no mater how much water I would drink and felt weak and sick.
Woke up today (Tuesday) feeling much better. By the afternoon I felt full of energy and back to normal! I will not be doing that again!
Until next time.......
Oh I've had a few people ask me about before and after photos. I haven't taken any after yet but I will try and post some before photos. Happy Juicing :)
Well time seems to be flying by. I can't believe its been 70 day since I started this journey. I had said that I was going to do 30 days and hoped I would be able to go 60. Truth be told 60 was easy. Once I got through the first I would say 10 days, it became habit. Did I miss and crave food, sure I did. But my desire to get healthy sort of overpowered those cravings. And the better I felt and the more people that told me how much better I looked everyday, made it easier everyday.
So I am still juicing everyday and starting on day 61 I started to incorporate some food into the juicing. Lets just say it was a disaster!!! I dropped my daughter off at work at the Pizza Factory and she had been telling me about the new Raspberry Vinaigrette dressing they have. I asked her if it was oil free and she said it was. So with my small salad gown I piled it with Lettuce, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Beets, and Sunflower Seeds. Now if you read my blog up until now you would know that I have never eaten a salad full of vegetables. Well is was amazing, even with the dressing I was able to taste everything. I was full in no time and felt completely satisfied.........but guess what? It was not oil free dressing! I should have known by the consistency that it was filled with olive oil. Let this be a warning to any one doing an extended juice fast. Avoid all oils and salt when you start eating again. And obviously avoid any fried or greasy food.
Ok, so that was a lesson learned. The next day I still juiced for breakfast and lunch. For dinner I made black beans and rice along with some juice. I only had a very small portion and was full. I had no problems with this and it was yummy!
The rest of the week was pretty much the same. Juice for breakfast and lunch and something light and vegan for dinner with juice. Solid fruits and veggies, salads, more beans and rice, pasta with marinara sauce. I felt amazing and actually was still losing weight. My weight loss had slowed down some, which was expected.
Saturday I had something really good and also something really bad! For breakfast I added my green juice to a banana, blueberries, and chia seeds to make a smoothy. It was so amazing that I can even explain it! 2 of my daughters even liked it! Of course I didn't tell them about the green juice, only the banana and blueberries. Now the bad, Saturday night I went out to see my friends band play again. This time I had a couple drinks. Not that is very healthy but I had vodka with cranberry juice (So its still juice right?) but thats not the bad part. After the show about 2:30am a few of us decided to head over to the Pizza Factory and make some food. (My friends Brian and Kim are the owners and their daughter Kailey's band House of Alice is who we went to see) Now I could of had a salad of something healthy but we decided to make a Buffalo Chicken Pizza and a Pastrami Sandwich Pizza! I had no intention of eating any but when they came out of the oven they just smelled so good! I thought maybe I will just try a little of each. Well that turned into 3 slices of pizza! I new I would regret it but I didn't know how much. By the time I got home an hour or so later I was already having severe stomach pain. And without going into detail I spent Sunday and most of Monday running to the bathroom. By Monday night I still didn't feel good at all. I was dehydrated no mater how much water I would drink and felt weak and sick.
Woke up today (Tuesday) feeling much better. By the afternoon I felt full of energy and back to normal! I will not be doing that again!
Until next time.......
Oh I've had a few people ask me about before and after photos. I haven't taken any after yet but I will try and post some before photos. Happy Juicing :)
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Day 59
Day 59 Saturday November 16, 2013
I will first off apologize for taking so long to update the blog. It has been busy busy busy! Juicing has been going great although I'm looking forward to food!
This morning I ran a 5k Mud run with my friends Kailey and Nick. We had such an amazing time, except that it was freezing. It never got above 50 deg and we were wet the entire day. I'm cold all the time now anyway. That is the only down side of all the weight loss, I'm always cold. But that's ok, I would rather be healthy and cold.
Speaking of weight loss, I don't like the weight loss to be the focus but I passed a milestone that I think is worth sharing. I have now lost 52 lbs!!!!!! I never thought when I started this 2 months ago that I would be 50 lbs lighter.
I want to finish telling you about Healthy Taste of LA. After Miyoko Shinner did her cheese demo Eric Lechasseur and Sanae Suzuki owners of Seed Kitchen in Venice CA. They did a couple demonstrations as well. One was Miso Soup and I can't remember the norther at the moment. They were so entertaining to watch, I can't wait to try the restaurant.
Next up was John Pierre a fitness expert and author of The Pillars of Health . John spoke about the importance of of a plant based diet, exercise, stress reduction and compassion in life. After hearing him speak I want to read his book as well.
The last speaker was Dr. Neal Barnard founder of PCRM Physicans Committee for Responsible Medicine , author of Power Foods for the Brain and 21 Weight Loss Kickstart. The information he presented was overwhelming. He showed charts and maps of the increasing obesity rates over the years that was nothing short of scary.
My eyes were already open to getting healthy and changing. my life, now even more so. And I don't think it's really going to be that difficult.
I continue to be amazed with the result and reactions I have been getting. This blog now has well over 3000 hits. I've had at least 10 friends or family that have started juicing as a result of my success and the blog. I really enjoy giving others motivation and helping if I could.
Until next time.....Happy Juicing :)
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The "Book 1000 Vegan Recipes" is only on $2.51 for the Kindle edition right now. That's 93% off list price.
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I will first off apologize for taking so long to update the blog. It has been busy busy busy! Juicing has been going great although I'm looking forward to food!
This morning I ran a 5k Mud run with my friends Kailey and Nick. We had such an amazing time, except that it was freezing. It never got above 50 deg and we were wet the entire day. I'm cold all the time now anyway. That is the only down side of all the weight loss, I'm always cold. But that's ok, I would rather be healthy and cold.
Speaking of weight loss, I don't like the weight loss to be the focus but I passed a milestone that I think is worth sharing. I have now lost 52 lbs!!!!!! I never thought when I started this 2 months ago that I would be 50 lbs lighter.
I want to finish telling you about Healthy Taste of LA. After Miyoko Shinner did her cheese demo Eric Lechasseur and Sanae Suzuki owners of Seed Kitchen in Venice CA. They did a couple demonstrations as well. One was Miso Soup and I can't remember the norther at the moment. They were so entertaining to watch, I can't wait to try the restaurant.
Next up was John Pierre a fitness expert and author of The Pillars of Health . John spoke about the importance of of a plant based diet, exercise, stress reduction and compassion in life. After hearing him speak I want to read his book as well.
The last speaker was Dr. Neal Barnard founder of PCRM Physicans Committee for Responsible Medicine , author of Power Foods for the Brain and 21 Weight Loss Kickstart. The information he presented was overwhelming. He showed charts and maps of the increasing obesity rates over the years that was nothing short of scary.
My eyes were already open to getting healthy and changing. my life, now even more so. And I don't think it's really going to be that difficult.
I continue to be amazed with the result and reactions I have been getting. This blog now has well over 3000 hits. I've had at least 10 friends or family that have started juicing as a result of my success and the blog. I really enjoy giving others motivation and helping if I could.
Until next time.....Happy Juicing :)
***GREAT DEAL FOR ANYONE INTERESTED****
The "Book 1000 Vegan Recipes" is only on $2.51 for the Kindle edition right now. That's 93% off list price.
Here is the link:
1000 Vegan Recipes
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Day 49
Day 49 Nov 6th 2013
Well its been a couple days since I posted and lots of stuff going on! I've been getting tons of hits on this blog and lots of kind messages from people who like it. I think there have been something like 800 hits in the last week. Hopefully I have inspires others to get healthy as well!
So on Sunday I went to the event I talked about in my last post Healthy Taste of LA.
It was so amazing I don't even know where to start. Ok well first thing, as I said before my amazing cousin Amanda invited me to come to the event. I get there and there is a seat reserved for me in the front row. Same row as all the speakers that were there. But then she took me around and introduced me to everyone.
First up was Dr. Alan Goldhamer founder of the TrueNorth Health Center. He is a fasting expert and was very interested in how my fast was going. He gave me a lot of pointers on what to do when I'm done with my fast and transitioning back to food. Check out the website for TrueNorth Health Center they are doing amazing stuff there. They not only help people get healthy while they are at the center but how to continue to live a healthy lifestyle when you leave. With their amazing Chef Ramses Bravo they promote a healthy diet derived form whole natural foods using no Salt, Oils or Sugar. (SOS) Chef Bravo was also there and made up some tasty dishes that I unfortunately did not eat. He did a great demonstration on how dressing are made and how you can make them yourself without the oil and salt.
Next up was Miyoko Schinner a gourmet restauranteur and vegan food expert. There was a reason Amanda took me to her. I had expressed my love of cheese as a reason I don't think I could become a vegan. Miyoko quickly told me that's not a valid excuse and she will show me why. Turns out that she has created recipes for making homemade non dairy cheeses that retain all the complexity and sharpeness of their dairy counterparts while incorporating nutritious nuts and plant based milks. Again she was amazing!
I will add more later, time to pick up the kiddos from school and off to girl scouts....
Well its been a couple days since I posted and lots of stuff going on! I've been getting tons of hits on this blog and lots of kind messages from people who like it. I think there have been something like 800 hits in the last week. Hopefully I have inspires others to get healthy as well!
So on Sunday I went to the event I talked about in my last post Healthy Taste of LA.
It was so amazing I don't even know where to start. Ok well first thing, as I said before my amazing cousin Amanda invited me to come to the event. I get there and there is a seat reserved for me in the front row. Same row as all the speakers that were there. But then she took me around and introduced me to everyone.
First up was Dr. Alan Goldhamer founder of the TrueNorth Health Center. He is a fasting expert and was very interested in how my fast was going. He gave me a lot of pointers on what to do when I'm done with my fast and transitioning back to food. Check out the website for TrueNorth Health Center they are doing amazing stuff there. They not only help people get healthy while they are at the center but how to continue to live a healthy lifestyle when you leave. With their amazing Chef Ramses Bravo they promote a healthy diet derived form whole natural foods using no Salt, Oils or Sugar. (SOS) Chef Bravo was also there and made up some tasty dishes that I unfortunately did not eat. He did a great demonstration on how dressing are made and how you can make them yourself without the oil and salt.
Next up was Miyoko Schinner a gourmet restauranteur and vegan food expert. There was a reason Amanda took me to her. I had expressed my love of cheese as a reason I don't think I could become a vegan. Miyoko quickly told me that's not a valid excuse and she will show me why. Turns out that she has created recipes for making homemade non dairy cheeses that retain all the complexity and sharpeness of their dairy counterparts while incorporating nutritious nuts and plant based milks. Again she was amazing!
I will add more later, time to pick up the kiddos from school and off to girl scouts....
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Day 46
Day 46 Nov 3, 2013
Everything is going good with the fast. I continue to feel great and am very happy with the support I've been getting from everyone. Big thanks to everyone at Reboot with Joe that has read the blog and left comments.
I'm pretty excited, my cousin Amanda called me yesterday and her and her husband Ed are in Los Angeles for a conference called Healthy Taste of LA. "An all-day event featuring food, information and chef demonstrations by the finest medical doctors, vegan chefs and fitness experts". They have invited me to attend the conference with them. So in my next post I will be adding info from the conference.
I've also been been getting a lot of people referred to this blog by my friend Kim's blogs. Please check out her stuff its pretty great!
My Delicious Vegan Diary
Celebrate My Whimsy
Until next time....
Everything is going good with the fast. I continue to feel great and am very happy with the support I've been getting from everyone. Big thanks to everyone at Reboot with Joe that has read the blog and left comments.
I'm pretty excited, my cousin Amanda called me yesterday and her and her husband Ed are in Los Angeles for a conference called Healthy Taste of LA. "An all-day event featuring food, information and chef demonstrations by the finest medical doctors, vegan chefs and fitness experts". They have invited me to attend the conference with them. So in my next post I will be adding info from the conference.
I've also been been getting a lot of people referred to this blog by my friend Kim's blogs. Please check out her stuff its pretty great!
My Delicious Vegan Diary
Celebrate My Whimsy
Until next time....
Monday, October 28, 2013
Day 40
Day 40 October 28, 2013
Plane ticket booked for the New Year New You Healthfest Event! Texas here I come!!!
I also passed a pretty big barrier yesterday. I have now lost 40lbs! Although I didn't have a specific weight loss goal when I started, it's extremely motivating. It's also been motivating to hear all words of encouragement I've been getting from friends. I would like to give a big shout out to Cori, Lisa, Frank, Sonja, Brian , Kim, Kailey, Sonia, and of course Amanda! You all have been so amazing.
As far as the juicing, it's going great. The last few days I have added Beets to my juice and they are yummy. If you decide to try beets, they can be very messy and they will stain. And you have to mix them with other veggies or fruit. Drinking beet juice by itself can cause paralysis of the vocal cords. I read that in the internet so it must be true. Lol
I've had a few people ask if this has been hard and how can I do it. Well it was hard for the first week or so but now not so much. And I guess my desire to get healthy and loose weight is stronger then my desire to eat food right now.
Until next time :)
Plane ticket booked for the New Year New You Healthfest Event! Texas here I come!!!
I also passed a pretty big barrier yesterday. I have now lost 40lbs! Although I didn't have a specific weight loss goal when I started, it's extremely motivating. It's also been motivating to hear all words of encouragement I've been getting from friends. I would like to give a big shout out to Cori, Lisa, Frank, Sonja, Brian , Kim, Kailey, Sonia, and of course Amanda! You all have been so amazing.
As far as the juicing, it's going great. The last few days I have added Beets to my juice and they are yummy. If you decide to try beets, they can be very messy and they will stain. And you have to mix them with other veggies or fruit. Drinking beet juice by itself can cause paralysis of the vocal cords. I read that in the internet so it must be true. Lol
I've had a few people ask if this has been hard and how can I do it. Well it was hard for the first week or so but now not so much. And I guess my desire to get healthy and loose weight is stronger then my desire to eat food right now.
Until next time :)
Friday, October 25, 2013
Day 37
Day 37 October 25, 2013
I just realized something. I usually get headaches all the time, 2-3 times a week. I've always chocked it up to stress and spending all day on the computer. Well....haven't had a headache since day 4 of the fast over a month ago.
Something else I realized. Juice at "Juice it Up" is really expensive. I left the house yesterday for work and forgot my extra juice. I live almost 25 miles from my office so I didn't really want to drive all the way home. I decided to go to Juice it Up instead. I ordered a large juice for what I thought was $3.20, but no it wasn't $3.20 it was $8.50! Turns out the $3.20 I seen was 320 calories. And while it was ok, it was not as good as mine and not worth $8.50!
I shared my blog with my cousin Amanda and she was so supportive that it made my day. She also invited me to come to Texas for a great event that her and her husband are putting on.
New Year New You Healthfest
I just realized something. I usually get headaches all the time, 2-3 times a week. I've always chocked it up to stress and spending all day on the computer. Well....haven't had a headache since day 4 of the fast over a month ago.
Something else I realized. Juice at "Juice it Up" is really expensive. I left the house yesterday for work and forgot my extra juice. I live almost 25 miles from my office so I didn't really want to drive all the way home. I decided to go to Juice it Up instead. I ordered a large juice for what I thought was $3.20, but no it wasn't $3.20 it was $8.50! Turns out the $3.20 I seen was 320 calories. And while it was ok, it was not as good as mine and not worth $8.50!
I shared my blog with my cousin Amanda and she was so supportive that it made my day. She also invited me to come to Texas for a great event that her and her husband are putting on.
New Year New You Healthfest
NEW YEAR NEW YOU HEALTH FEST
TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE!
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Day 35
Day 35 October 23, 2013
Well I guess the 30 day mark came and went. Really the days seem to be flying by and the weight is still coming off! Total weight loss as of this morning 37.5 lbs. Starting to feel pretty amazing and the comments I'm getting from other people are really inspiring.
Even having people that made fun of me just over a month ago when I announced what I was going to do, changing their tune and wanting to know more about it. Even my best friend since elementary school has been texting me today to find out more about it. And my friend Diane who although she has been supportive has shown little interest. Today she asked me how my energy was on the juice fast. I told her not only to I have crazy energy all day, I have amazing clarity of thought. I think she would really benefit from regular juicing and a mostly plant based diet to help with her MS. She doesn't need to loose any weight at all but really suffers from energy loss.
I have also tried a few more things in my juice. Red and Yellow peppers really bring out a flavor. A little goes a long way with the peppers. I make a gallon of juice at a time and 1 whole pepper was almost overwhelming. Learned that Kale can be really bitter if not fresh, like undrinkable! Sweet potatoes are great but clog up the juice a bit so I do that last. I really don't like the juice as much after its been refrigerated, its best as soon as you make it. Its just not practical to make juice 4 times a day though.
So my friend Frank asked me about the cost of Juicing. I have to admit it can get pretty expensive, especially if your buying organic fruits and vegetables. I've leaned to shop around between Farmers Markets and different stores. My favorite the last couple weeks or so is Walmart believe it or not. Most of the produce is 1/2 the cost of my local grocery store and its definitely fresher. They also have a huge selection. I get my romaine lettuce at Costco because its very inexpensive there. A 6 pack of large green Romain is $2.69. That will last me 2-3 days. Cucumbers I get at Walmart for .48 cents each. I did get them at the famers market a couple weeks ago and although they were 4 for $3.00 or .75 cents each they were larger. I always peel the cucumbers even if they say their organic because I just don't trust them. Apples I tend to get where they are on sale. Best price .69 cents a pound to $1.69 at the highest. Kale is between $1.15 and $1.50 a bundle. Cilantro is .33 cents a bundle, Celery is between $1.25 and $2.00 a bundle. I've been buying the small watermelons 2 for 5.69 just because its easier to cut up a small amount that you need than an entire big watermelon. It goes bad fast after its cut so with the small ones I don't have that problem.
The first couple weeks it seemed like I was shopping everyday, now maybe every 3 days or so.
I have started to worry more about when I end the fast and go back to eating. I plan on eating a more plant based diet but I'm craving the bad things so bad. A big cheese burger and fries!, Pizza, Jalapeño & Cheddar Cheetos, and Margarita's from Mexico Lindo. I'm going to stick to my plan (I hope) though. I'm even going to be on my fast for my birthday next week but what better gift to myself than saying I'm happy and healthier on my 43rd birthday and should have lost just over 40 lbs by then!
Until next time.....
Well I guess the 30 day mark came and went. Really the days seem to be flying by and the weight is still coming off! Total weight loss as of this morning 37.5 lbs. Starting to feel pretty amazing and the comments I'm getting from other people are really inspiring.
Even having people that made fun of me just over a month ago when I announced what I was going to do, changing their tune and wanting to know more about it. Even my best friend since elementary school has been texting me today to find out more about it. And my friend Diane who although she has been supportive has shown little interest. Today she asked me how my energy was on the juice fast. I told her not only to I have crazy energy all day, I have amazing clarity of thought. I think she would really benefit from regular juicing and a mostly plant based diet to help with her MS. She doesn't need to loose any weight at all but really suffers from energy loss.
I have also tried a few more things in my juice. Red and Yellow peppers really bring out a flavor. A little goes a long way with the peppers. I make a gallon of juice at a time and 1 whole pepper was almost overwhelming. Learned that Kale can be really bitter if not fresh, like undrinkable! Sweet potatoes are great but clog up the juice a bit so I do that last. I really don't like the juice as much after its been refrigerated, its best as soon as you make it. Its just not practical to make juice 4 times a day though.
So my friend Frank asked me about the cost of Juicing. I have to admit it can get pretty expensive, especially if your buying organic fruits and vegetables. I've leaned to shop around between Farmers Markets and different stores. My favorite the last couple weeks or so is Walmart believe it or not. Most of the produce is 1/2 the cost of my local grocery store and its definitely fresher. They also have a huge selection. I get my romaine lettuce at Costco because its very inexpensive there. A 6 pack of large green Romain is $2.69. That will last me 2-3 days. Cucumbers I get at Walmart for .48 cents each. I did get them at the famers market a couple weeks ago and although they were 4 for $3.00 or .75 cents each they were larger. I always peel the cucumbers even if they say their organic because I just don't trust them. Apples I tend to get where they are on sale. Best price .69 cents a pound to $1.69 at the highest. Kale is between $1.15 and $1.50 a bundle. Cilantro is .33 cents a bundle, Celery is between $1.25 and $2.00 a bundle. I've been buying the small watermelons 2 for 5.69 just because its easier to cut up a small amount that you need than an entire big watermelon. It goes bad fast after its cut so with the small ones I don't have that problem.
The first couple weeks it seemed like I was shopping everyday, now maybe every 3 days or so.
I have started to worry more about when I end the fast and go back to eating. I plan on eating a more plant based diet but I'm craving the bad things so bad. A big cheese burger and fries!, Pizza, Jalapeño & Cheddar Cheetos, and Margarita's from Mexico Lindo. I'm going to stick to my plan (I hope) though. I'm even going to be on my fast for my birthday next week but what better gift to myself than saying I'm happy and healthier on my 43rd birthday and should have lost just over 40 lbs by then!
Until next time.....
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Day 27
Day 27 Oct 15, 2012
I know it's been a long time since I added to my blog. Rest assured the my Green Juicing adventure is going just fine. Although I would be lying if I said I didn't miss food, it's not because I'm ever hungry. I've gotten really comfortable with daily juicing and it's become a habit. I've also gotten really good making some pretty tasty juice. I started adding cilantro to all my juice and it taste amazing! Also juiced fresh pineapple, pears, zucchini , mint, and many others. I really like adding fresh watermelon for taste.
I've been doing a lot of research on heathy vegan dishes to make when the fast is done. I think I said this before, I don't know if I will go complete vegan when I'm done. We will have to see how it goes, but I know it will be a mostly plant based diet. (With a few exceptions of course)
So how good is it going? Well I feel amazing, have tons of energy, and definetly sleeping better. Total weight loss 32 lbs so far!!! I've been increasing my exercise to between 30 and 60 minutes of elliptical a day with stretching and yoga. Have even been able to do a couple yoga moves I was never able to do. I decided to go for 60 days.
I know it's been a long time since I added to my blog. Rest assured the my Green Juicing adventure is going just fine. Although I would be lying if I said I didn't miss food, it's not because I'm ever hungry. I've gotten really comfortable with daily juicing and it's become a habit. I've also gotten really good making some pretty tasty juice. I started adding cilantro to all my juice and it taste amazing! Also juiced fresh pineapple, pears, zucchini , mint, and many others. I really like adding fresh watermelon for taste.
I've been doing a lot of research on heathy vegan dishes to make when the fast is done. I think I said this before, I don't know if I will go complete vegan when I'm done. We will have to see how it goes, but I know it will be a mostly plant based diet. (With a few exceptions of course)
So how good is it going? Well I feel amazing, have tons of energy, and definetly sleeping better. Total weight loss 32 lbs so far!!! I've been increasing my exercise to between 30 and 60 minutes of elliptical a day with stretching and yoga. Have even been able to do a couple yoga moves I was never able to do. I decided to go for 60 days.
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