Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Post 1 - Preparation

So, I've talked to my family about my decision to radically take charge of my health. I've been following Dr. Joel Fuhrman since 2007 and am intrigued by the results of his nutritarian plan. After many false starts, errors, lots of therapy and of course, hitting the big 5 0 I have decided to go down the path of natural health with minimum pharmaceuticals.

My official doctor's visit in on 9 July with Dr. Kathleen Mullin, Dr. Fuhrman's colleague. Since I am taking seven prescription medications for various "symptoms", my first goal is to work with her to wean myself from each medication safely.

In tandem with that weaning, I will be choosing to eat an animal-free diet.Tomorrow, I plan on eliminating all animal products, I think coffee is going to be more difficult, but we shall see! It is radical, it is different, but it is worth the price for health, joy, and verve! I'll post back here on a regular basis to check my progress with you all. Regards and healthy eating, Lisa