The following is a story about a friend describing how improvement in his food choices led to improvement in his health.
by Mickey Greubel 29Jan 09
About fifteen months ago, I made a transformation to the vegan lifestyle. Going into this change, I had no idea what being vegan really entailed. Thanks to the advice, knowledge, and passion of someone I had met, I got started on my journey to becoming a vegan. At the beginning of this major lifestyle change, I was a bit skeptical due to the fact that I enjoyed lots of meat and was very athletic, but thanks to the passion of this individual, I started warming up to the idea of making the change. At the age of thirty-three, an injury caused all of what I call "anabolic muscle" to deteriorate and for fat to take it's place. I was on a protein diet that seemed to be working, however I felt sick and bloated all the time which left me lacking the energy to complete everyday tasks. At the age of thirty-four, I had irritable bowel syndrome, a hiatal hernia, and diverticulosis which, by most people, would be defined as less than perfect health. However, by drinking lots of water and eating whatever grows in a garden, I have noticed a significant decrease in the negative symptoms I felt because of my conditions and I feel great. Additionally my energy level has increased 100%. I have noticed an increase to both my endurance and strength; my vision has improved and I am in overall better health than before. I am truly grateful to Joshlyn Kaufman for introducing me to this wonderful way of life.
5 comments:
Awww. Haha. He DID write his story for your blog! You weren't kidding!
Very good job. I like the blog!
this story is so inspirational
The Mick is the MAN.. Now we need to know more about the man they call
"THE MICK.." Can we hear more about this successful transition about the life and times of "Mick The Vegan!!!"
Nice story. I know Joshlyn is pretty inspirational!!
hmmm interesting...maybe i'll try this vegan thing. but i heard that there's some type of protein/amino acid that you can only get from animal meat. so i'm thinking half and half here. i'll probably start after i go to mcdonalds tonight. this will probably be a slow transition. i try to eat good but even when i don't i think i'm active enough to burn "most" of it off. the rest seems to stay in my belly :(
by the way, i know mick....he told me to check out his story. when i first met him he seemed down and out and out of shape....now he looks great. i'll try to do this vegan thing....partially :)
Post a Comment