SHERRY, AGE 63, DISCOVERED VEGANISM ALONE WASN’T MAKING HER HEALTHIER

Nagina Abdullah

MOLECULAR & CELL
BIOLOGY, UC BERKELEY

April 17, 2024

Seven years ago, Sherry embarked on a transformative journey when she traded her meat-and-potatoes diet for a vegan lifestyle. Though she knew there would be hurdles, dealing with hypothyroidism and being borderline hypoglycemic, only motivated her to embrace the challenge.

However, as time passed, her favorite carbs and the convenience of prepackaged snacks gradually veered her off course, ultimately resulting in unhealthier decisions. When an unexpected stressful event threw her last bit of routine out the window, the result was tighter fitting clothes, an increasing scale, less energy, and monotonous meals. Sherry realized her vegan diet was no longer benefiting her. In search of a solution, she looked to MasalaBody, viewing it as the intervention necessary to rediscover herself and rejuvenate her body.

As a vegan enrolling in my 8-Week Vegan and Vegetarian Slim Down Program, Sherry required specialized guidance and personalized recipes. Choosing from a limited range of proteins was challenging enough, but the additional consideration of the high carb content in many plant-based options made it even more restrictive. Or so she thought. The secret was to find meaningful proteins that packed a punch without all the empty calories. To effectively do this, she needed an experienced online weight loss coach. One who had lived a vegan lifestyle for a time, and successfully coached others on their weight loss journeys. The result? Success!

Sherry shares her transformation from working with an online weight loss coach

“I’D ALWAYS THOUGHT I COULD DO IT ON MY OWN, ONLY TO FIND OUT THAT I CAN’T BECAUSE I’M NOT LOSING WEIGHT AT ALL.”

Sherry's Online Weight Loss Coaching Results

Within 8 weeks, Sherry shed 10 pounds, lost 1.5 inches from her bust, 2 inches off her hips, and melted 4 inches off her waist!

“IT’S BEEN THE EASIEST THING TO DO– JUST CHANGE YOUR EATING! I KNOW I’VE BEEN TOLD THAT ALL ALONG, BUT HAVING SOMEONE SHOW IDEAS OF WHAT TO EAT, AND SUPPLY A SHOPPING LIST THAT ALIGNS WITH A VARIETY OF RECIPES, YOU’RE SET UP FOR SUCCESS!

Once we started delving into Sherry’s food choices and go-to comfort foods, a key discovery was made. Despite her unwavering commitment to a plant-based diet, it didn’t guarantee her perfect health. Sherry knew that boosting her metabolism required a protein-more mentality but was unaware that the protein sources she relied on were packed with carbs, and led to counterproductive results. Staples like rice, beans, and potatoes, while filling, were also laden with empty calories, and the processed foods she was grabbing on the go, weren’t much better.

“MY DIET HAS ALWAYS BEEN PLAIN IN THE PAST. THOUGH I ALWAYS HAD SPICES ON HAND, I NEVER REALLY USED THEM BEFORE.”

During her time with MasalaBody, Sherry acquired valuable insights and strategies for a healthier plant-based lifestyle while developing a manageable routine.

Sherry learned how to:

Opt for fresh, varied, and wholesome options while grocery shopping.
Reduce consumption of high-carb proteins and incorporate slimming grains that offer valuable protein and leave her satiated.
Maximize the advantages of plant-based protein in her diet and incorporate protein boosters whenever possible.
Integrate nutritious unprocessed plant-based snacks that align with her body’s nutritional needs for sustained energy.

“MOST OF THE TIME IT WAS TOO MUCH FOOD FOR ME– I’VE NEVER HAD THAT BEFORE!”

By adhering to my fat-burning framework, tweaking her meals, and broadening her choices, Sherry encountered an unprecedented experience: she felt full! Her meals curbed her sugar cravings, left her satiated, and never deprived.

When Sherry came to MasalaBody, she wanted to reclaim her happiness and build back her confidence. As she witnessed the pounds melt away, Sherry found joy in her transformation. Now armed with a wealth of knowledge, a collection of savory plant-based recipes, and exposure to a variety of flavors that boosted her metabolism and offered nutritional benefits, she approaches each day with excitement and embraces the active lifestyle she had always envisioned.

“SINCE I’VE CHANGED MY EATING HABITS, I HAVEN’T HAD ANY CRAVINGS FOR POTATOES, RICE, OR PASTA! I FEEL HEALTHIER AND VERY HAPPY WITH THE LIFESTYLE CHANGE”

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Nagina Abdullah is a health coach for middle-aged women and professionals. She coaches women to boost their metabolism naturally, shed pounds and keep them off. Her work with weight loss clients led to the creation of Masala Body, an online weight loss platform that provides an easy and accessible system that helps women sustainably lose weight. She has helped over 1200 women successfully lose from 10-80 lbs and create a sustainable lifestyle change. Nagina earned her degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley. Read More…