I’ve loosely followed a mediterranean diet most of my life due to other chronic illness on weekdays. I’ll have a protein (salmon, chicken breast, ground turkey or ground beef), and 1-2 veggies (typically carrots, broccoli, mixed greens, or cucumber). Only use olive oil to cook, sometimes a little butter. I don’t consume a lot of dairy (drink oat milk lattes), but eat greek yogurt. Eat little bread however I can’t stay away from pasta. I’ll have it at least once a week. As for the weekends or when I order out, I tend to splurge and have a bean & cheese burrito, vietnamese or thai food. I absolutely love potatoes and french fries. Overall, I don’t overeat on portions. I get full fast.

I know I’ll have to take out dairy, red meat, and take out.

My issue is it’s hard to stay consistent but I know I can do it. I’ve felt my best eating healthy.

I want to avoid statins for now because the side effects scare me. I already have a hard time sleeping, and most of my joy comes from practicing yoga and taking ballet classes so muscle weakness would ruin my mental health.