Being born in a non-vegetarian family/fishermen community. Fish and other seafood were a staple food. Growing up, I hoped I could be a vegetarian fully. I remember as a kid, I would wake up and sneeze 20 times, had severe runny nose issues, I even had a Nickname related to this. I Lost my Baby was Devastated During my engineering days, I was diagnosed with PCOD. I had irregular menstrual cycle, severe pain during periods, facial hair, weight gain etc. I was put on birth control pills. I didn't feel like using this for long so opted for ayurvedic medicines instead.I got married to a vegetarian and stopped non veg foods. But my intake of dairy products like paneer, milk, curd had increased. During my 7th month of Pregnancy, I had severe body swelling, high BP of 170/140, 4% protein in urine. Doctor diagnosed it as preeclampsia. I was admitted to hospital immediately to lower the BP so that my baby and I were not affected. I was hating the way I looked due to this condition.In my 31st week, I underwent a C section as my BP was not coming down. Delivered a premature baby boy who was kept in NICU for monitoring. After several weeks of on/off infections, oxygen issues, feed intolerance, digestion issues, the baby passed away after 42 days. I was devastated. I Lost another Baby Was Pushed Beyond Despair After a year of emotional trauma, we were ready to have a baby again. But due to my PCOD issues, I consulted a doctor again and she asked me to lose weight and gave me weight loss pills, asked me to avoid fruits and said if I don't lose weight then I may face issues again like before. I was scared, followed her suggestions. I didn't feel it's right to take medicines to lose weight. So explored about health and natural healing, I got some guidance from friends and family and went to a nature cure center and also got panchakarma treatment done and was losing weight eventually.I got pregnant again. But this time it ended up with miscarriage as there was no heartbeat. I was devastated again. It was a calling point for me. I decided to take care of my health in a better way, and I quit my IT job. Moved to a vegan diet, lost 25+ KGS totally, felt lighter, healthier. I attendedDr Achyuthan's Healing With Food workshopand it was life transforming. I would never imagine eating so much fruit. I started exercising regularly. I learnt Kundalini meditation and Kaya Kalpa Yoga fromKrish Muralisir. I even got Hypnotherapy from my friend Kriti and Reiki by Lotus Core Nurture Program to heal my emotional and childhood issues.I wanted our overall physical and mental health to be at a better this time around. I Changed toPlant-Based Diet. I Delivered a Healthy Baby Finally! When I got pregnant again, I decided tofollow a whole food plant based and vegan dietas much as I can. I had a healthy and active pregnancy. Delivered a beautiful baby girl who is thriving on a vegan and whole food plant based diet.My periods are much regularized now even without any medicines, weight is always under control and people compliment me saying I look younger too! I have fallen in love with myself. It's been a great learning experience and I continue to heal my body.If you are thinking of moving to ahealthy whole food plant based dietor reverse health issues or struggling with infertility then do give it a try. It definitely will change your life and make you much healthier.It is rightly said that "We are what we eat. Isn't it?" Delivered a beautiful baby girl who is thriving on a vegan and whole food plant based diet. Be Blessed,Prathima Prashant
