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Hi Sweet Readers,

I’m a firm believer in sharing the success stories of others especially when they are dear friends. Peggy, from itsveggiepeggy.com, and I go way back. We once shimmed and danced our way through the Florida Panthers for more than 2 seasons. I can remember when I first picked up the book, Skinny Bitch, and to my delight one evening, she asked me questions about the book and our mutual admiration for conscious eating and a holistic lifestyle was born.

Those who know me very well, know that I spent numerous nights (and admittedly still do on a rare occasion) having booze-filled weekends, which led to the over-eating of all the wrong stuff. Thanks to a major lifestyle and perspective shift, I have a kinder approach to my body, mind, and soul.

We all have our vices, for some it is simply part of our human experience and often times a deep lesson to learn. I didn’t know at the time but I turned to food and drinks as a way to cope with life. It was comforting and an escape. So many feel the same way and I’m happy to share Peggy’s story from her words. Check out her blog and gorgeous instagram page for the best Raw Food Porn the internet has to offer (oh and some killer Raw Food Recipes that are so good you won’t believe it’s raw!).

 

Hello there! I’m Peggy Exumé also known as “Veggie Peggy”. I am a Nutritional Counselor student and a self-taught raw foodist. Being a raw foodist means that every day, I enjoy fresh, whole, unrefined, living foods such as fruits, vegetables, leafy greens, nuts, and seeds.  Though, in the past, I was somewhat “health conscious” I did not always eat this way, and after battling depression almost 4 years ago, my health went into shambles as I started binge-eating daily. Food (especially junk food) became my comfort and escape, instead of a means of nourishing my body.

One day, I stumbled on this “Raw for Life” documentary that was almost 2 hours long. Needless to say it changed my life and perspective on food! In July 2015, I began my journey on a raw, plant-based lifestyle and I never looked back. That does not mean to say I did not have my setbacks and my binging episodes stopped completely. What it means is, despite these interferences, I did not stop striving for better health.

Essentially, that is the message I want to spread to anyone who will lend me their time and attention. You do not have to do everything perfectly; just try your best to be a healthier version of where you are. I love to help others get there by inspiring health habits, providing yummy plant-based recipes, share my life experiences about living a fulfilling and balanced life. Being a full-time professional and a part time student, I can relate to the daily 9-5 hustle, while trying to stay fit and healthy on a very busy schedule. My journey has not always been smooth, but adopting a plant-based lifestyle has brought me more balance, wholeness, and connection to myself and to what I eat; which has been incredibly rewarding! This is why I am so passionate about it, I am a living testimony of how changing your concept of food can make a great, positive impact in your life.

My goal isn’t to convince everyone to adopt a raw, plant-based diet. I understand that it isn’t for everyone. I do however want to encourage everyone to be mindful of what foods we put into our bodies and to do the very best we can, to live a full, energetic, and balanced life.

Peace & Veggies,

Peggy

 

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