Veda Drew grew up in a family where butter was love and bacon meant celebration. So when her father had a heart attack at 62, it hit home.
“I looked at my own habits and realized I was on the same track,” she says.
But overhauling her entire diet overnight didn’t feel sustainable. So Veda started small—with daily choices that added up. Quest Nutrition Ultimate Variety Pack Protein Bars, High Protein, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Keto Friendly, 12 Count
She replaced her morning toast with oats and berries, swapped creamy dressings for olive oil and lemon, and started carrying a water bottle everywhere.
At first, they were just swaps. But over time, they became her new normal.
“The best part?” she says. “I never felt like I was on a diet. I just felt… better.”
Veda found that consistent, heart-smart choices—like adding leafy greens, cutting back on sodium, and prioritizing whole grains—didn’t feel like sacrifice when done gradually. They felt like care.
Now, she shares her approach with friends and family: choose one thing daily. One better decision. “You don’t have to be perfect,” she says. “You just have to keep choosing what supports your heart.”
