Dairy-free with Teri!

In 2001, I kept getting Bronchitis. I had it many times over many years and once had severe Bronchitis that lasted 2 1/2 months.

Over a period of about 8 months, it seemed I kept hearing from people all over that I need to change my diet. But I liked cheese a lot and did not want to give that up.

Finally in December 2001, I went out to Hallelujah Acres in Shelby and heard a talk about eating healthy and cutting out dairy and all animal products. I finally got the message and came home and threw out all the unhealthy stuff.

My four teenagers and husband struggled with this a bit (as you can imagine,) but eventually they accepted it. They really had little choice: I bought the food. We went on to cut out processed foods, all animal products and dairy.

As long as I cut back dairy to very minimal or preferably none at all, I don't get Bronchitis any more. I am so thankful. My body functions so much more healthy and my husband’s does to. Overall my children eat healthier, not that they are completely vegan but they are more food conscious than they ever would have been. The doctors we see for checkups seem overall pleased with our health and tests prove pretty good.

We are thankful to have Earth Fare near us as we know we can trust their foods. I am learning to make vegan yogurt and other cultured foods and it's nice that I can get what I need from Earth Fare. Thank you for coming to Charlotte. We appreciate you and that your store makes it easier to continue in good health.