The Raw Food diet is exactly what it’s name implies. A raw food lifestyle is also known as raw veganism. Raw foodists eat uncooked fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, etc. Let’s go a bit deeper… Technically, the food can be heated, although not over 115-118 degrees Fahrenheit (recently I’ve read as much as 120 degrees but […]
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What is a Vegan and Why Should I Consider Being One?
A vegan is a person who consumes no animal products whatsoever. This includes not only meat, but eggs and all dairy products. Many (but not all) vegans even avoid fur, leather, down, silk or anything that was once part of, or produced by an animal (i.e. honey). It is also common for vegans to avoid […]
Akeema lost 91 pounds
Let’s show Akeema some BWLW love and congratulations for her 91 pounds lost. After dealing with the pain of losing her mom, she was able to change her life and find greater fitness through belly dancing and adopting a plant-based eating lifestyle (vegan). Here is my pic and my story. I was typically an overweight […]
10 Healthy Plant-Based Snack Ideas
It’s Day 16 of our April Weight Release Challenge! Today I want to share some plant-based snack ideas with you. I know that you may not be a vegetarian, but there are some benefits to eating like one. Studies show that people who primarily eat fresh plant foods and exercise enjoy improved psychological health and lower […]
Update: Marsainah lost 64 pounds
Two Years Later – 2016 Update – Marsainah lost 10 more pounds for a total lost of 64 pounds. At 22, I was told that I was pre-diabetic and that my weight was a big contributor. The doctor gave me two options; lose the weight or get on medication. Since diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer […]
Nikkia lost 52 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Nikkia lost 52 pounds by using MyFitnessPal and embracing plant-based eating. “My name is Nikkia and I have been on a weight loss yoyo. A couple years ago, I joined Weight Watchers and started going to meetings and such. I would do good for a couple months and maybe lose 20 pounds […]
Recipes with Chermonthia: Roasted Brussel Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes
BWLW member, Chermonthia, has posted some great recipes to our Facebook page. So much in fact that I’ve asked her to share her finds with us on a much more regular basis. Here is her first recipe review post for the Black Women Losing Weight community. Let’s show her some love!! (BTW…She makes some mean jello shots. […]
Arlevia lost 202 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Arlevia lost 202 pounds. “I’m so excited to share that I’ve lost a total of 202 lbs since 2008 when I began my serious quest for health & weight loss. I was weighing in at 377 lbs. I went to what some call an extreme. I became a vegetarian/pescatarian […]
Mona lost 120 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Mona lost 120 pounds and her story is one of my absolute favorite success stories. She threw out all her junk food, became alcohol free, and is now a vegetarian. She first shared with us back in July 2012 and she has continued to maintain her amazing weight loss. […]
Keiah lost 124 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Keiah lost 124 pounds and part of her journey has been becoming vegetarian. I think that more black women should explore the benefits of vegetarianism and going vegan. Embracing a plant-based diet can be a great way to increase health and lose weight. Here is what Keiah had to […]
