In the book, canned and packaged foods are discouraged. V-8 is definitely that. There is also a ton of sodium in V-8, not a particularly good thing for diabetics who often struggle with high blood pressure. Personally, I would avoid it.

I would avoid it, too. In my local grocery store, they have tomatoes and tomato puree in boxes and they are delicious, much better than tomatoes in cans. If you can find them, you might be able to use the puree to create something similar to V-8. The brand in Pomi. Many grocery stores will order new things if you ask them.

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I have not had the surgery… but considering it… it is good you lost the weight. Did anyone tell you why you still have to take insulin… I was told when most have the gastric bypass they are no longer diabetic. Wishing you well!!

I tried Kale Chips a few weeks ago and everyone (well, almost) loved them, including my 4 year old grandson. Just ’google’ it!

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/melissa-darabian/crispy-kale-chips-recipe/index.html

A recipe for them I use…

Congrats Amy Jo!! The community is slow to start and nothing like Facebook. But we’re here to support you in words of encouragement!!

Hi folks,
I am invited to a lunch today – all fish but still not ideal to start a diet! I start tomorrow.
Good Luck!

I have already tried to start but I decided I will call what I have done my getting ready week so I will start today with you if you like. Starting on April 1 appeals to me because this is NO JOKE!!! It seems straight forward but I am confused by the supplements I ordered.

Yes! Started yesterday, April 1, after being inspired by Dr. Hyman’s PBS program. I decided to just plunge right in, following his basic, general instructions for this first week (rather than wait, which might mean I’d lose the momentum and never start, lol). Over the next few days, I’ll move through the website and his book and fine-tune…[Read more]