I love beans and really am getting attached to,lentils since they are easy and fast for preparation ( other than canned beans).
Power packed Lentil and Potato Chowder. Easily made compliant for SOSfree diets.
https://veghealth.com/calcium-packed-chowder/
Tacos made with lentils and veggies, make a fun meal and healthy part of the diet.
@martyroddy
I have been living with A Fib / Atrial Fibrillation for about 2 years. The symptoms vary and they come and go. Now in the heart of the winter I think I am retaining more water/ fluids since I am not sweating as much. (Need to hit the gym some more, maybe wear a sweatshirt).
Most of these posts are personal research BUT I hope this can be helpful for other folks.
Later today I will head to Trader Joe’s for some food. This research just confirmed what I already know/ knew. It also reminded me me of the ” sins” I was making in feeding myself and MY HEART.
Time to do it better.
** Interesting video with some very basic information. SUMMARY: cut out salt, oil and sugar, highly processed foods.
Now what diet to Follow? Metro, No. arb , High starch, plant base or vegan?
No processed foods????? How about the newly popular Raw Food Diets, which are also plantbased?
** Some general heart healthy and Blood pressure positive foods, very important for A Fib.
:: Now magnesium is valuable for A Fib treatment and general heart health.
@martyroddy
I got interested in the idea of eating better and fitness when confronted/surprised by a diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation ( A Fib ) and Heart Failure. I was in the hospital and had several days to think this over and made plans to start over with proper food and exercise plan.
The medicine the prescribed did some of the work but ultimately a long and good life would require work on the the road, in the gym and with the refrigerator .
I needed to lose weight and do it quickly but safely. Also needed it to be a sustainable loss with a plan that could be maintained for the long haul. I read several stories and a few books. I decided on the High Carb-Low fat approach noted below. I specifically started with Dr. McDougall and his focus on high starches for the satiety factor they provide. I read the books and the recipe books and looked at others.
I am also looking forward to the continued weight loss and the relief I feel in my legs, knees and feet. Much of what I am trying to eat leads to less inflammation.
My personal focus is eliminating added salt and processed sugar as there is sufficient sodium in the foods I eat and natural sugars in the veggies and fruit I consume.
Forks Over Knives
The Forks over Knives (FOK) plan is a Whole Food Plant Based diet with a focus on whole grains and plants. The foundation is vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans or legumes, and tubers. It eliminates or minimizes animal products including dairy ,eggs as well as refined foods like sugar, oils and bleached flour.
It grew from a movie and now includes books and videos and websites. See below
Forks Over Knives website:
https://www.forksoverknives.com/
Starch Solution ( more than carbs)
Dr John McDougall has written some books and promotes an eating plan that centers on starches. The starches ( whole food sources) are the centerpiece of the diet with greens and fruits and vegetables . Making great meals is a matter of finding great recipes( McDougall has some) and include some appropriate flavorings, sauces and seasonings.
A McDougall info website:
https://www.drmcdougall.com/health/education/free-mcdougall-program/10-day-meal-plan/
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@martyroddy
No Meat Athlete is a personal favorite – good info on food, health and running.
Recently found this one but after reading for 30-45 minutes I was excited to add it to the list. .
http://www.runningonrealfood.com/blog-love-3/
Lots of info on fitness, vegan food and life styles.
http://eat-spin-run-repeat.com/
I love sweet potatoes in many and ANY form. baking and frying and pie or mash. But summer time calls for picnics and picnics + salads.
For a recent birthday party/picnic I wanted to make a hot weather salad, that would be safe in the heat- was great as it stayed cool but OK when it got warm.
SUMMERTIME SWEET POTATO SALAD
6 Sweet potatoes -3/4″ dice
2 Vidalia (or other sweet) Onions- diced
4 tbs EVOO
8 green onions chopped with green tops
2 green apples diced
1 cup red grapes(some sliced) 
Dressing:
1/2 cup Extra virgin Olive oil -1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup of cilantro -1/4 cup Orange juice
1tsp sea salt -1 tsp fresh black pepper 1/2 tsp paprika
orange zest
1. Combine oil,vinegar and juice in blender until emulsified then add remaining ingredients – cover and refrigerate.
2. Toss potatoes and Onions and then roast in 400 degree oven for 30-40 minutes , until just soft
3. Remove from oven and combine with other ingredients and the dressing- toss completely and put in covered container and store in fridge for at least 2 hours or over night.
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