Day Nineteen

So, if you haven't noticed, I changed the title and subtitle of my blog. And if it isn't obvious, I've decided to change my plan up. Not because I can't handle it, but because I feel this fast will have run its course on the end on the twenty-third of this month (December).

I've lost a lot of weight. I won't know how much until the 23rd, but it feels right. I'm going to continue my weight loss by eating raw veggies, fruits, very little dairy and no meat. That means nuts and (maybe) beans.

Why? Well, for people with severe heart problems, diabetes, skin conditions, and heavy weight issues... sixty days or more is a good idea. For me, I feel as if the 30 days will work for me and Gary. In many ways, he feels a lot better. He's has chronic bronchitis, which is completely gone because of this. His heart rate is down, and I'm sure if and when he goes tot he doctor, his cholesterol will be much less.

Watching Forks Over Knives helped me make this choice. I think the second half of this diet will be much better still if we can eat solids not of the animal variety. So, we're going to keep it primarily vegan with very little diary.

I thought long and hard about this choice. And I feel really good about it. It still means I can't have Christmas Dinner; I'm ok with that.

In the end, I've been listening to my body. Going 30 days on just juice will be a huge accomplishment for someone like me; especially someone who's never done it before. I really don't know how the water fasters do it. Sound crazy to even attempt. But, at any rate, I feel good about my choice. And while I'm not sure I'll ever do this again beyond 30 days, I do know it has changed my life.

I plan to keep you guys updated on the rest of the plan and transition to better food (for the full 60). So, no worries.

Oh, as for Gary's infection. We got some oil of oregano and we're mixing it with port for higher potency. We're also adding salt to his diet and green tea. And EVOO. So, we're hoping in a few days that it should be completely gone. If you don't know what Oil of Oregano is, please google it. It's great for any kind of infection, internal or not.