1 year ago today I began the MD diet. A year in review..
1 year ago today I began the MD diet. A year in review..
by in2woods
37 Comments
halfmoon-rising
Congratulations on your new lifestyle! I love that you really showcased balance and how eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring or bland!! Hope you’re feeling incredible! ❤️
in2woods
Hey all! I really wanted to take a second and recap this past year, as it has been a new beginning and SO much has changed for me, both physically and mentally. I wanted to thank many of you here for all the help and guidance along the way, and to give encouragement to all those new here. One year ago today, I was in surgery and came out with 3 stents in my heart. Even though my cholesterol was being managed and within the ‘normal’ range, I had complete blockage in one artery and 99% blockage in another. The surgeon, whom I had never met before, didn’t say much other than showing me a few pictures of the before/after of my heart, and he said ‘Mediterranean Diet’, and you need to be below 60 (referring to cLDL). So the journey began, and I’ve made both diet and exercise a priority. I would never have thought I would love veggies SO much, and, to my surprise, I don’t miss the red meats or fast food. I enjoy making all my own bread, and gardening has become soo rewarding!
NiceGirlWhoCanCook
Amazing stats and good looks delicious. Can you share what your own ‘med diet rules’ are? How did you define what you were eating. Obviously it worked for you!
ResidentFruit7823
Yes please share your personal diet and exercise guidelines? I really appreciate the photos!
AGuyInNorCal1493
Much respect for the lifestyle change. It ain’t easy!
podcartfan
What do you eat for breakfast?
brodiecannelloni
I work in cardiology and am trying to implement MD principles myself since I recommend it to so many patients. So happy you are well. Thank you for sharing your story!
Gloomy_Chapter1649
Congrats! Your food looks so yummy!
Hyggieia
Wow this is so inspiring!!
Pristine-Biscotti-90
This is super cool. Big congrats to you and thanks for the in-depth cataloguing and pics!
Mammoth_Ad_4806
Congratulations!
lobaird
Way to go! What’s that soup, BTW. Looks amazing!
Lovelene_18
What is the soup – picture 5? Looks great!
thewolfwalker
Can you describe what photos 13 and 17 are? Those look SO GOOD to me!!
yellowtshirt2017
Looks amazing!! Good for you and keep it up!!
gut-symmetries
Do you share your recipes on your IG? I’m keenly interested in the bread and pizza dough; I’ve yet to find whole wheat varieties I’m happy with, and those look fantastic!
darsonia
well done 👏 do you drink any alcohol?
TiffanyOddish
That awesome! Everything on here I want to eat! But I’m having a mental block about not being able to count the calories. Did you four the calories? And can I have some recipes?
Outside-Cup-1622
Congrats. I don’t know you but I am extremely happy for you 🙂
Can you comment on your food costs. (edit – not the actual dollar amount but just in general comparing to a diet that is not as healthy)
I find the cost very very reasonable and much lower than expected to eat healthy. Many who are new to this way of eating expect the cost to be way too high compared to their usual food choices.
Flemingcool
Great work OP. Do you have any recipes for these dishes? In particular picture 5, looks really tasty.
punkcarin
So awesome! Congratulations! And all the food looks AMAZING! 🙂
crb3428
Would love that pizza recipe!
OopsIShardedAgain
Everything looks so amazing! Impressive and inspiring journey! Love it!
Usual-Advisor9126
Looks great, so much variation. What cookbook do you use?
Active-Major-5243
I really needed to see this today. It’s so inspirational. Congratulations and thank you.
ThinFreedom1963
This is amazing and made me so happy! I’m so glad you’re doing better in those areas. The meals look so delicious and this is very inspiring 🥰🥰. Love this and I wish you continued success ❤️!
NorwegianRarePupper
Your food and the improvement in your labs are beautiful! Great job, super inspiring!
savvyliterate
Picture 8, the one after the two sets of vitals, looks amazing. What dish is that?
JoeyImage
Awesome!! I lost 44 lbs in two months from August-October 2023 but then went off of it. Good thing is, as of this morning, I’ve only gained 12 back.
thruthisiamironman5
Looks gorgeous! And very handy for meal inspiration too! Thanks for sharing
mariawest
Thanks for sharing. My doctor told me to do no carb for my triglycerides, but the dietician said mediterrainian. And it’s a joy to see your triglycerides dive.
iammonos
I give my sincerest congratulations on your change and recovery, I myself have SVT (applied for disability a month ago) and although I was in the ER two months ago, I said enough was enough and started the Mediterranean diet myself…….it has been a real and unbelievable game changer though still have palpitations every day – seeking treatment once I’m seen by my doctor – I have begun to love cooking and seeing the concoctions I’m able to make knowing it’s not processed nor packed full of toxic additives. Much respect and good luck toward your lifelong journey!
Uninstall_Fetus
Mind sharing the recipes?
UFOpil0t
All the dishes look amazing! Homemade is the answer :)!! Congratulations
Cute_Positive_4493
This is a diet of someone who loves themself! Good work!
GiacoMomo21
You look like a great chef!! Those meals are fabulous!
k8ekat03
Fantastic! Do you have the recipes for photo 4 and 5?
37 Comments
Congratulations on your new lifestyle! I love that you really showcased balance and how eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring or bland!! Hope you’re feeling incredible! ❤️
Hey all! I really wanted to take a second and recap this past year, as it has been a new beginning and SO much has changed for me, both physically and mentally. I wanted to thank many of you here for all the help and guidance along the way, and to give encouragement to all those new here. One year ago today, I was in surgery and came out with 3 stents in my heart. Even though my cholesterol was being managed and within the ‘normal’ range, I had complete blockage in one artery and 99% blockage in another. The surgeon, whom I had never met before, didn’t say much other than showing me a few pictures of the before/after of my heart, and he said ‘Mediterranean Diet’, and you need to be below 60 (referring to cLDL). So the journey began, and I’ve made both diet and exercise a priority. I would never have thought I would love veggies SO much, and, to my surprise, I don’t miss the red meats or fast food. I enjoy making all my own bread, and gardening has become soo rewarding!
Amazing stats and good looks delicious. Can you share what your own ‘med diet rules’ are? How did you define what you were eating. Obviously it worked for you!
Yes please share your personal diet and exercise guidelines? I really appreciate the photos!
Much respect for the lifestyle change. It ain’t easy!
What do you eat for breakfast?
I work in cardiology and am trying to implement MD principles myself since I recommend it to so many patients. So happy you are well. Thank you for sharing your story!
Congrats! Your food looks so yummy!
Wow this is so inspiring!!
This is super cool. Big congrats to you and thanks for the in-depth cataloguing and pics!
Congratulations!
Way to go! What’s that soup, BTW. Looks amazing!
What is the soup – picture 5? Looks great!
Can you describe what photos 13 and 17 are? Those look SO GOOD to me!!
Looks amazing!! Good for you and keep it up!!
Do you share your recipes on your IG? I’m keenly interested in the bread and pizza dough; I’ve yet to find whole wheat varieties I’m happy with, and those look fantastic!
well done 👏 do you drink any alcohol?
That awesome! Everything on here I want to eat! But I’m having a mental block about not being able to count the calories. Did you four the calories? And can I have some recipes?
Congrats. I don’t know you but I am extremely happy for you 🙂
Can you comment on your food costs. (edit – not the actual dollar amount but just in general comparing to a diet that is not as healthy)
I find the cost very very reasonable and much lower than expected to eat healthy. Many who are new to this way of eating expect the cost to be way too high compared to their usual food choices.
Great work OP. Do you have any recipes for these dishes? In particular picture 5, looks really tasty.
So awesome! Congratulations! And all the food looks AMAZING! 🙂
Would love that pizza recipe!
Everything looks so amazing! Impressive and inspiring journey! Love it!
Looks great, so much variation. What cookbook do you use?
I really needed to see this today. It’s so inspirational. Congratulations and thank you.
This is amazing and made me so happy! I’m so glad you’re doing better in those areas. The meals look so delicious and this is very inspiring 🥰🥰. Love this and I wish you continued success ❤️!
Your food and the improvement in your labs are beautiful! Great job, super inspiring!
Picture 8, the one after the two sets of vitals, looks amazing. What dish is that?
Awesome!! I lost 44 lbs in two months from August-October 2023 but then went off of it. Good thing is, as of this morning, I’ve only gained 12 back.
Looks gorgeous! And very handy for meal inspiration too! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing. My doctor told me to do no carb for my triglycerides, but the dietician said mediterrainian. And it’s a joy to see your triglycerides dive.
I give my sincerest congratulations on your change and recovery, I myself have SVT (applied for disability a month ago) and although I was in the ER two months ago, I said enough was enough and started the Mediterranean diet myself…….it has been a real and unbelievable game changer though still have palpitations every day – seeking treatment once I’m seen by my doctor – I have begun to love cooking and seeing the concoctions I’m able to make knowing it’s not processed nor packed full of toxic additives.
Much respect and good luck toward your lifelong journey!
Mind sharing the recipes?
All the dishes look amazing! Homemade is the answer :)!! Congratulations
This is a diet of someone who loves themself! Good work!
You look like a great chef!! Those meals are fabulous!
Fantastic! Do you have the recipes for photo 4 and 5?