It's amazing how much better I'm feeling these days.
I'm a bit embarrassed to say that despite numerous health issues, I didn't take much action. But when I saw a photo of me from a night out with friends... Vanity and Ego immediately replaced Apathy with Pro-Activity.
As a result,
My BP has reduced to healthy normal levels.
My weight is dropping in a healthy manner.
My clothes fit better.
My sleeping is better.
My skin issues are gone or on the way out.
My mental attitude is improved.
My inflammation is gone.
My digestive system is better.
I'll bet my cholesterol levels have lowered as well.
Initially it was as simple as cutting out beer and bread.
I went further to avoid many carbs especially sugars. I switched to Stevia from Splenda.
I try to make everything I eat as raw and natural as possible rather than processed.
I added some coconut oil extract and honey to my coffee.
I've noticed that avoiding the fast burning energy foods like sweet fruits and breads can leave me low on energy unless I get enough slow burning protein in me. So I keep a bag of nuts in the car and plenty of water.
I started drinking herbal tea like roasted dandelion which is great for a liver cleanse.
I'm not following any particular diet like Paleo which excludes grains but it is similar to the low carb parts of the Keto and Candida diets.
Speaking of low carb...
So the other day I go to church with my wife and it happens to be communion day. Well this particular church does communion full on with an actual broken loaf of bread and real wine poured in a chalice.
So, when the lady pastor arrives I inform her that I need the Gluten-Free Jesus today. She popped me in the arm and told me to sit down.
But, sure enough, when I faced her with the broken loaf and wine, she said, "David, this is Gluten Free Jesus' body, take and eat and this is the blood He has poured out for you, take and drink. Do this in remembrance of Him."
She brought a smile to my face, joy to my heart and likely some hope for my soul. Something organized religion rarely does for me anymore.
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