Are you saying that feeling tired doesn't matter? After I changed my diet, the fatigue went away. In addition, my cholesterol fell to half of what it was, my C-reactive protein levels dropped, and my doctor says that my kidney and liver function is now that of someone half my age. So, yes, how I feel does matter -- especially when it's backed up by solid scientific evidence. Having a discussion about meat with a vegetarian is like having a discussion about God with Jerry Fallwell who selectively chooses scientific facts that support his view of the universe and selectively ignores all science that conflicts with his beliefs. Science shows conclusively that you can eat meat and be healthy if you eliminate sugars, grains and processed foods from your diet. The head of the nutrition department at Yale said not too long ago that macaroni and cheese is worse for the human body than filet mignon.
Sorry, but all of these studies include reducing processed food intake and including exercise which resulted in weight loss. Virtually any rapid weight loss accompanied by exercise will reduce cholesterol by 10%. It's been proven again and again. None of these cholesterol studies provide for controls on factors such as exercise and stress reduction which also result in cholesterol reductions. If you don't believe me, call Dr. Dean Ornish (the king of ultra low fat diets). Two years ago I called Dr. Ornish and I asked him how much of his results were caused by the low fat diet and how much was caused by the exercise, weight loss and stress reduction. He told me that there is no way to measure objectively because they were all included in the study. Please call his office and he'll tell you that himself. I asked him if he was a vegetarian. He said "no." He seems like a very nice honest guy and will be happy to discuss it with you. If Dean Ornish isn't a vegetarian, why should anybody be?
OMG. I would bet you became a vegetarian because you didn't feel good eating meat. And now you say this. Wait until your diet gives you PEM and then see how you feel.
Good things to eat: 1. Protein: Meats (beef, chicken and fish) and eggs 2. Fresh fruits and vegetables (lots of salads - usually with olive oil and vinegar for dressing) 3. Nuts and seeds (take it easy on these because they have a lot of calories, but have some every day) 4. Dairy includes only plain yoghurt (I like Greek strained yoghurt the best -- "Fage" brand low fat (2%) is the best I've found because it tastes like sour cream and is great on a baked potato -- BTW, take it easy on potatoes because they're very starchy) I also have yoghurt with fruit or use it as a base for a creamy salad dressing. 5. Coffee, tea and water (keep fruit juices to a minimum - and no soft drinks) [I've eliminated all caffein from my diet now, but that's not necessary to get the benefits of this way of eating] 6. A small amount of sauces and condiments are okay, but keep it to a minimum. Things you must AVOID: 1. Products made with added sugars (cookies, cakes, pies, fast food, soft drinks, etc.) 2. Grains (bread, pasta, etc.) [I ocasionally have a little whole grain pasta or brown rice, but not very often] 3. Avoid like the plague all processed and refined foods that you find in the supermarkets 4. No fried foods - ever Make lean meats, fresh fruits and fresh vegetables 80-90% of your calories and you'll be off to a good start. Making these changes was not easy. The first month was hell. The second month was heck. After that, it was easy. The only really tough time is at special occasions (e.g., my daughters' birthday parties where there was ice cream and cake put on the table in front me -- which I love. I admit that I took a taste.) As diffilcult as these changes were, it was worth it for the positive changes in my health, especially the amazing increase in energy and stamina.
I would like to see KTS list his daily diet for a week to see what he is eating that he thinks is so healthy. How about it KTS?
Meat, eggs dairy full of BAD FAT! If must eat dairy onl;y FAT-FREE! EAT LEAFY GREENS!! THEN EAT SOME MORE! ps throw the olive oil away too;high bad fat no eat
why ask "Tom" what the heel does he know? Consider at least opting for organic when buying these fruits and vegetables, as theyâre considered the top 10 worst offenders for pesticides, according to the Environmental Working Group: * Apples * Celery * Cherries * Grapes (imported) * Lettuce * Nectarines * Peaches * Pears * Strawberries * Sweet bell peppers
My wife does most of the shopping and she opts for organic when possible. She thinks it's better, even though most of the studies show no real advantage to organic. She started buying organic produce when our kids (now 9 and 12) were very young. That was about 7 years before I changed my diet. To answer your question, we eat a lot of organic foods, but I'm not sure how much better they are for you, if at all.