PD Reporter Kaye Spector Tries Out Rip Esselstyn's Plant-Based Diet. "Turning A New Leaf To Try Out A Vegan Diet"

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"In May, I decided to try Rip Esselstyn's Engine 2 Diet.  Esselstyn believes that a completely plant-based, low-fat diet halts cardiac disease, improves energy and aids weight control.  I can do that, I thought. "

Kaye Spector, health reporter for the Plain Dealer, "Turning a new leaf to try out vegan diet"

One of Happy Healthy Long Life's readers just wrote to tell me about a motivating article appearing in today's Plain Dealer.   Kaye has practical advice on how to make an easier transition over to plant-based eating.  She's a busy reporter, wife and mom.  If she can do it, so can you!  Enjoy.

I haven't eaten meat for a month.

I haven't eaten eggs or drunk milk, either.

Yes, I'm eating like a vegan.

My decision to stop eating all animal-derived products probably had its origins in becoming a health writer six months ago. I began reading more about health and meeting people who touted more healthful ways to eat and live.

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