Your health is number one!

Benita's Lesson of the Day: Your health should be your number one priority! #lesson

A week ago, I was told by my doctor that my blood pressure was dangerously high and I was facing a multitude of health problems. Faced with this knowledge, I decided to make a drastic change with my food choices.  Thanks to my friend and fellow Toastmaster, Susan Stoever who introduced me to the "Eat to Live" diet by Dr. Joel Furhman, I now eat healthier for my life.  It's a strict diet of mostly fresh fruits and vegetables and beans for the first 6 weeks and then a more relaxed version for life-time maintenance.

I'm happy to report that one week later for my doctor's follow-up visit, my blood pressure was normal. This was exciting news especially since I've been hearing that my pressure has been high with several other doctor's visits I've had. I was counting on a good report because I really didn't want to get on medication.


I will be monitoring my pressure to make sure I stay on track but it's a really great start.  I'm so encouraged to keep up this diet and continue with the program.

It was all diet that made the difference. I will be documenting my journey because this was such great news today and validated the program. I do have to say that I feel so much better and more relaxed since I've started making better food choices.  I miss certain things like red velvet cake, macaroni & cheese and meat but with the way I feel, I can definitely live without it, 

I'm so happy right now I could burst! I encourage everyone out there who are struggling with their health or weight to think about the choices you make when you eat.  It makes all the difference in the world. I've just completed week one and already my blood pressure is normal and my clothes are fitting looser. It really makes me feel like I'm headed in the right direction.

I will keep you posted of my progress.

Best wishes and here's to your health!!

Benita Charles