When I started practicing a Protective Diet I quit the gym due to lack of time. The weight fell off and I could eat all the starches I adored. Sometimes I pinch myself to see if this is a dream. I’m not in the gym, I’m not counting calories and I eat until I’m full and satisfied. Soon enough my obsession with food subsided. My food addictions and constant cravings were eliminated. When I knew I could eat potatoes, rice, pasta, fresh corn tortillas, whole grain bread and fruit every day for the rest of my life, it caused me to consume less. I knew then I could look forward to eating my next meal with great satisfaction, in good health and never go to bed hungry for the rest of my sweet healthy life! I eliminated chronic pain, depression, disease, excess body fat and the struggle of maintenance with a PD.

I now have completed month four and I'm going strong. Taking it one day at a time! I've lost over 40 lbs. Reduced my blood pressure medicine and eliminated the need for cholesterol medicine completely. I love all the great recipes I've tried. The PD-Ed lessons are such a great resource. And the support from Protective Diet Living is amazing! The first 30 days was challenging at times and I haven't been perfect but I feel like I've found a lifestyle that is going to work for me and break that awful dieting cycle! I'm not hungry. I get to eat so many wonderful foods without worrying or feeling deprived. It almost feels like cheating sometimes. I feel great and I'm only a few pounds from my previous "goal weight". I'm excited to see what my optimal healthy weight will be with out worrying about maintenance