Since I had recently experiienced a major change in my financial situation, I decided to go ahead and see what I could do to reduce my grain consumption (which, of course, included reducing my meat consumption) while saving money and eating a more nutritious diet. Most days I eat meat once day, and have beans for lunch. I also eat large quantities of low-cost and low-carbohydrate vegetables such as greens and cabbage.

Two years later, I’ve lost over 60 pounds, my complexion is improved, I don’t have indigestion all the time, and I just plain feel better. I’m eating a wide variety of food I really enjoy, and I’m spending less. My biggest gripe is that I have to go and get all new clothes for work again this year because the things I bought last year are too big.