02/10/2025
On many occasions, people share with me that they are too busy to think about the food they eat. Sometimes their jobs are stressful and require long hours, other times they are constantly on the go. In those circumstances, people tend to grab whatever is available at the moment without thinking how it affects their health. Nobody dies right after eating man-made food after all. And that is the problem. Many times we don't think about our food choices because we do not get an immediate health warning after eating something. Your body's healing and survival design will do its best to deal with it. However, some chronic health conditions take years to develop and the food you eat now determines what is that future going to look like. Digestion of food you eat is like a silent, invisible force that builds either healthy or unhealthy environment in your body. Only you can decide which way it will go. Because we can't physically see it, we don't pay attention to it. Until one day we get the aftermath - high cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, or pain. All things preventable only if we would have made different food choices along the way.
Don't let your external circumstances decide where you will end up down the road. Become the CEO of your own health. In my last email, I mentioned the company I partnered with that delivers healthy, ready-to-eat meals. I wanted to provide solution to people who do not have time or desire to prep their own food or who, at times, don't have access to healthy meals.
I would like to share an inspiring story from Derek who restored his health when he became mindful of his food choices...
"I am very grateful to both Fit Body by George and 2 Guys with Knives - they have both helped me tremendously on my journey to improved health and wellness!
Working with George a few years back was a game changer and launched me on a path of learning and growth. When we first met, he promised to teach me how to move and what to eat to lose weight and promised that I’d likely lose about 30 lbs in our weeks of working together. To my delight, I lost 29 lbs during those 6 weeks. George’s other promise was that I’d learn how to continue on my own after his program, which I did. Part of what amazed me was the simplicity of the workouts - nothing overly elaborate or super strenuous, and no fancy or expensive equipment needed. George was a stickler for proper form and not overdoing things. He knew my health history, such as a previous back surgery, and structured a program for me that was safely tailored to my needs.
The food plan was my biggest struggle; I’m not at all capable or creative when it comes to food prep. Planning, prep, and clean-up have always seemed daunting, not very exciting, and a little stressful. By sticking with my simple choices, I made it all very repetitive.
A few months after reaching my weight goal, I retired……. just as Covid was impacting our world. In my career, I interacted with numerous people every day; during Covid, I was on my own and I felt quite lost and without purpose. At that time, I also tore my Achilles tendon, which rendered me quite immobile. Frustration and isolation led me back to some emotional eating habits which, coupled with my lack of mobility, contributed to putting a lot of my weight back on. My weight gain and immobility resulted in swelling in my feet and legs, further limiting my ability to exercise.
As Covid restrictions started to lift, events also led to having a new doctor. I was long overdue for blood tests and screenings, so he sent me off for a myriad of tests and screenings. The results weren’t great….and showed that I had Type II Diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Meds were prescribed and I was encouraged to lose weight and increase my movement. I found a physiotherapist who did fluid manipulation treatments to move the pooled fluids from my feet, ankles and calves back up into my system. The physiotherapist, like my doctor, encouraged lots of walking. The swelling in my feet began to subside and I was finally able to start a regular walking program.
I knew that I also needed to change my eating habits, but I still struggled with putting together an easy-to-follow plan. I recalled an email from George saying he had partnered with a local company and together they created a special menu based on his weight loss program with meals that had aligned with his nutrition plan. I hunted through my inbox and was relieved to find that information. Knowing George and how particular he is, I knew that if George approved those meals, this was an option I could trust. Coincidentally, I had tried looking online to find a meal delivery company and I had seen the 2 Guys with Knives website. I was really impressed with their story - how they started, grew their business, and what they offered. Now that I knew that they also offered special meals that were designed based on Fit Body by George nutrition plan and met with George’s approval, I was ready to commit.
My walking plan was in place and progressing nicely now that my feet were in better shape, and I had now found a meal plan to rely on that eliminated my food prep challenges. I started ordering from 2 Guys with Knives through Fit Body by George and I have thoroughly enjoyed their meals and the service. Meals were varied, delicious, and not skimpy by any means. I did not ever feel deprived or bored with my food choices, and I was no longer struggling with frustrating meal preparation and planning.
As I write about the experiences of this past year, it was exactly one year ago today that I saw my new doctor and received my not-so-positive health news. As a result of the Type II Diabetes diagnosis, I do follow-up blood tests every 3 months. When it was time for my 2nd blood test, I had been walking daily and enjoying the 2 Guys with Knives meals from Fit Body by George menu. I had lost some weight and was definitely feeling encouraged by my progress. When the doctor phoned me with the results of the blood work, he was both astonished and thrilled - I no longer showed any indications of the Type II Diabetes! My cholesterol numbers were back to normal, and I already knew my blood pressure was in line again because I had been testing myself regularly at home. In this past year I have lost just over 100 lbs. I continue to be tested every 3 months and my numbers just get better and better. The swelling in my feet has disappeared and I no longer need the physio treatments.
During this past year, so much has changed in my life for the better! I’m thrilled with my results and I can’t express my gratitude to Fit Body by George and to 2 Guys With Knives for being an integral part of this transformation. I am only too happy to recommend both Fit Body by George and 2 Guys with Knives for the services they provide. I’m excited with this new portal that 2 Guys With Knives have opened for George’s clientele to order directly from their website. I love everything that the 2 Guys stand for, the growth they have achieved with their business, and the quality product and service they have provided. I will admit, now that I have lost this weight, that I am now taking baby steps to learn how to fend for myself and prepare some healthy meals on my own from time to time. There are busy days, however, when their meals are just faster and easier, and the stress of planning and prep is eliminated. I strongly suggest that you give it a try!"
If you are looking for a convenient way to get healthy, weight-loss friendly meals, you can email me at training@fitbodybygeorge.com for more information. There is a hidden Fit Body By George special menu on 2 Guys With Knives website with 12 different meals to choose from every week that has been created and made according to my nutrition plan to ensure it meets your health and weight-loss goals. You can see this designed-and-approved-by-George menu with a special access that I can send you by email.
Happy Sunday,
George
