Health problems

I was diagnosed with the deadly three: diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I took my doctor's advice, went on Weight Watchers, was successful in losing weight and got my medical problems under control. Then I read an article that inspired me to explore vegetarianism. I now consider myself 98 percent vegetarian, though I'm still in a transitional stage. I have great control over my weight, blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol. I am completely satisfied.

Marie Schuman

Via email

I used to have serious digestive problems, then a physician suggested I try a meatless diet. It worked, and I've been the better for it. There are still people who don't understand how healthy this way of eating is. However, when I cook a delicious vegetarian meal, many can't believe it can taste so good and yet not have meat in it.

Marilyn L. Reihs

North Royalton, OH

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