Okay----Peter was at the cardiologist in February and a MAJOR overhaul had to be accomplished with his diet---results of his bloodtests----
He had a consult yesterday and ALL of the tests were substantially improved--to the point that he could come off of his cholesterol and blood pressure meds--YIPPEE!!! (We will continue with them anyway for precaution)
He has lost 35 pounds (in 6 months)--I am so very proud of him--he is loyal to his exercise regimen and he is NOT complaining about the diet changes----we have altered that incredibly---NO cheeses, breads, minimum red meats---more chicken and fish as well as veggies and salads ( this has always been my diet but I had a difficult time encouraging him to change his). Anyway---he is a believer and the bloodwork as well as stress tests prove it!!!
I miss some of the recipes posted here--but I suppose anything in moderation is acceptable-----
Made an apple pie today only because I thought he deserved a treat and he has been salivating for one for about a year----BAD BAD BAD but I wish I could have posted a pic of the pleasure on his face!!! 
AND he knows that this is the exception for a VERY LONG TIME!!! (I hope).
Just thought I would share my travails for the past few months with respect to our dietary changes---I'm living through you vicariously and am enjoying every bite!!!
Welcome to all the newbies --I have been lurking but not posting. You guys are a great family!!!
Roxanne
He had a consult yesterday and ALL of the tests were substantially improved--to the point that he could come off of his cholesterol and blood pressure meds--YIPPEE!!! (We will continue with them anyway for precaution)
He has lost 35 pounds (in 6 months)--I am so very proud of him--he is loyal to his exercise regimen and he is NOT complaining about the diet changes----we have altered that incredibly---NO cheeses, breads, minimum red meats---more chicken and fish as well as veggies and salads ( this has always been my diet but I had a difficult time encouraging him to change his). Anyway---he is a believer and the bloodwork as well as stress tests prove it!!!
I miss some of the recipes posted here--but I suppose anything in moderation is acceptable-----
Made an apple pie today only because I thought he deserved a treat and he has been salivating for one for about a year----BAD BAD BAD but I wish I could have posted a pic of the pleasure on his face!!! AND he knows that this is the exception for a VERY LONG TIME!!! (I hope).Just thought I would share my travails for the past few months with respect to our dietary changes---I'm living through you vicariously and am enjoying every bite!!!
Welcome to all the newbies --I have been lurking but not posting. You guys are a great family!!!
Roxanne
"Never eat more than you can lift" Miss Piggy
