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Mark’s parents got started on a diet that  has gone well for them. Both Mark’s sisters started it and now Mark. He wanted me to try it with him as it is far more than just losing weight. The Yoli rep came to our house and gave me a very thorough explanation. I later had my friend Theresa N listen in too. She was so excited about it and thanked me several times. It is a better body system that helps you to keep your body pH balanced. There are so many benefits to the plan such as better energy, less inflammation and pain in your body, healthier skin and happier. The list goes on. You avoid certain foods and have protein days and alternate with meal days. You cut out anything artificial, sugar, and high in carbs. You become a label reader and pay attention to what is going into your body. You drink a protein smoothie every morning and night, which are quite tasty. They not only curb your appetite, but they are high in protein. You also have fruit drinks with only 2g of sugar that are tasty. One of them has tea leaf extract so you get your caffeine. 2g of sugar compared to Mountain Dew, Dr. pepper, Chocolate milk having around 50g is huge! I am also reminded how bad the diet sodas and artificial sweeteners are. I was pretty skeptical at first and did not like the idea. I didn’t mind cutting out the snacks, candy, chocolate stuff. It was the milk, fruit, and corn chips that killed me. I drink milk with every meal and then some. I also enjoy eating fruit every day, not just meal days. I did the plan and was hard core in the beginning. It took me 3 weeks to lose 5 lbs. Mark lost weight right away as do most people. It was hard, but doable. When we went to Okoboji for a week, we were really challenged. We ate a lot of salads and steaks. We stuck to the plan with a few fried shrimp and fish meals. As a whole, whether we stay on the actual plan or not, We are making serious changes as a whole family. We have cut out pop, sports drinks,and  juice for everyone. We order water at restaurants, something I have been trying to do for years. The kids drink the fruit drinks on the plan and like them. Luke loves them!! He went from Gatorade with some 300mg sodium and 40g sugar to the healthy drinks that have vitamins and antioxidants in them. We quit buying chocolate and desserts. I am pushing more fresh fruits and veggies. So far it is going well. 

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