My Journey

[tamg26k 479]

Wow! Our stories are really similar and I can totally relate. I also wish I would of had my surgery sooner. So far, it has been the best decision I have made. I was a vegetarian in my 30's and early 40's but transitioned back into eating meat and fish. Now, since surgery, I no longer eat red meat and will probably go back to vegetarianism once I plateau. One meat at a time!

Best of luck!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I never liked red meat except for junk food like cheese-steaks and hamburger. I tried vegetarianism as a teen but went back to eating chicken and seafood in my 20's. Then I developed a seafood allergy. Looking back I think I always had an intolerance, but it became lethal in my late 20/early 30's. When I gave up seafood I went back to vegetarianism. Unfortunately I was more of a junk-a--tarian than anything else. I ate too many white, processed carbs and junk food instead of focusing on whole, healthy plant based foods. About 5 or 6 years ago my allergies got progressively worse. I was feeling worse and worse and gaining weight at a crazy rate. I started reading up and adjusting my diet. I've improved my eating habits and have no desire to ever eat meat again. Seafood is not an option since I am now anaphylaxis levels allergic. There are even days when I think about adopting a vegan diet.

For now I am firmly vegetarian and plan to stay that way.

[tamg26k 479]

Junk-a-tarian! I like that word. That would of described my diet to a T. Veggies pizza and veggie burritos don't exactly scream healthy. Just because I wasn't eating meat didn't mean I was eating healthy.

Vegan - I tried it for about a month back in the day but it was just too hard for me.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I only eat cheese, yogurt and eggs that are non-vegan now. There are some alternatives I want to explore but since I need the Protein right now it's on hold. Once I am able to fully explore eating as a vegan, I'll make my decision.

[swimbikerun 1,046]

Cool.

I am a member of No meat Athlete. They give me great Protein sources since I'm stuck with turkey and chicken and by using veg. type Proteins, can get more Protein in that way.

[nolongerhere 100]

I'm so excited to find your thread. I'll definitely be following your progress, be sure to keep us updated! I'm interested in getting the sleeve as well.

Edited December 18, 2014 by islandsneezer