Good hearing from you. I've been eating a la Mediterranean-style since my kidney transplant 35 years ago. I don't call it a "diet" because it's a way of living, not a diet. I feel much lighter --full of energy -- and, as you say, you do lose weight. Especially if you exercise, run, walk or do some yoga. I found this delightful Greek nutritionist (from Athens) Elena Paravantes, whose Olive Tomato website is easy to follow and ultra-professional. You might want to check out her quick recipes. One thing I've taken to doing over the years is to make multiple batches of dishes and freezing them for future use. My family loves it. We do a lot of fish and veggies. But occasionally, we lapse into a 4oz steak or ribs. Some of my Asian friends say: "Just use meat as a condiment." Here's the link: https://www.olivetomato.com/ All the best.