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  • As an ex vegan I can tell you that you can get protein without meat. Although I think meat may be important, not all protein must be meat. Any combination of seeds, nuts, and grains becomes a whole protein - therefore, peanut butter and Ezekial bread, beans and small square of cornbread, salad with garbonzo beans and…
  • Visit your health food store or organic section of the grocery store. I used to use soy cheese but have found that soy can cause other problems. However, there are other alternatives coming out every day, almond and rice milk just to name a few. At least you can find these now. I used to have to run water and blanched,…
  • Not in Tennessee but been through there a few times lately. From West Virginia. I'm 60 and not retired yet, although would love to be. Lost my husband last year, so after all the caretaking years and through the first year alone I'm finally back on track to take care of myself. Your diabetes will definitely be affected by…
  • I am 5'5" tall. I lost 35 pounds a few years ago and got to 153. However, being a caregiver for 10 years got the best of me and I gained that back plus. So this time I started at 203 and have lost 10 pounds. Having trouble keeping motivated so I thought joining this site could help. I did that a few days ago and hope to…
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