Well, I cheated! Yep...I had bread this weekend. Glorious marvelous bread! However I paid for it. My throat contricted slightly! Just enough to become an irritant in my life and just enough to realize that I haven't lived with this contriction during the time period I was following the Whole 30...so what have I learned...or rather what lesson have I chosen to hear at this point:
a. Doctor states limit my bread
b. The whole 30 states NO BREAD
c. Eat right for your type...Type A Blood...states NO bread
d. All of the Above
Hmmm...do you get the picture...I guess I'm really going to have to reconsider all of the advise. Heck, I might actually loose weight now knowing that I really can't eat bread...
So on with my experiment. No bread for a whole week...I'll let my throat loosen up...yes, its still tight. Sunday I believe I'll have some bread...if it happens again...Adios bread, cakes, muffins, cookies, pasta...WHEAT BEER!!!! WHAT?!?!?! I guess I'm just gonna be a wino from here on out...
Monday, August 30, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010
The Whole 30 - Day Four & House Hunting
It's Friday!!! Yay! This also means its Day Four of my little experiment! I would like to state for the record that there should be paleo diet guidelines for busy single moms on the go!!! Yesterday did not go so well. I had Chinese...before you scream...I got the steamed veggies and the broccoli and beef...but, let's just say I'm sure that there was something in the sauce I should not have eaten. Almost immediately afterwards I felt sick and sluggish. I felt my mucus glands begin to swell it really wasn't a pleasant feeling. I really believe there is something to this thing. So Chinese is out! DEFINATELY out!
Anywho, today is DAY Four! I have lost 1/2 a pound since Monday and I feel much better about the whole deal especially after experiencing the effects of what this junk actually does to our bodies. I am still becoming accustomed to black coffee. Not sure if I will continue this diet to the strictest level once my two weeks are up. I really do miss dairy and some bread.
The house hunt may be at a close soon. I placed a bid on a short sale in High Falls last month and it appears it may go through. Everyone is upbeat and positive. If all goes to plan I should be closing around September 10th! My fingers are crossed. I am really excited and am dreaming of a place that is solely mine. A place where I may find some peace and tranquility in my life once more.
I am really looking forward to this location. While the drive may be long to work I will be closer to family and friends. Plus we will be within walking distance of the State Park this means hiking and bike riding with the girls. I simply can't wait!
Anywho, today is DAY Four! I have lost 1/2 a pound since Monday and I feel much better about the whole deal especially after experiencing the effects of what this junk actually does to our bodies. I am still becoming accustomed to black coffee. Not sure if I will continue this diet to the strictest level once my two weeks are up. I really do miss dairy and some bread.
The house hunt may be at a close soon. I placed a bid on a short sale in High Falls last month and it appears it may go through. Everyone is upbeat and positive. If all goes to plan I should be closing around September 10th! My fingers are crossed. I am really excited and am dreaming of a place that is solely mine. A place where I may find some peace and tranquility in my life once more.
I am really looking forward to this location. While the drive may be long to work I will be closer to family and friends. Plus we will be within walking distance of the State Park this means hiking and bike riding with the girls. I simply can't wait!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
The Whole 30 - Day One
I have taken up the challenge of a dear friend of mine and am test driving the Whole 30 a strict paleo diet. I have decided to do this to change things up. My Summer eating has not been good at all. Too much crap in my diet and too many liquid calories have lead to a 4 to 5 lb weight gain. This is going to end. I will NEVER go back to the lazy unhealthy individual I was over two years ago.
Enough Ranting - You can read up more on the philosphy here http://whole9life.com/2010/05/whole-30-v2/ . For those who just want the details my personal goals are below:
I CAN have meat, veggies, fruit, & nuts
No grains of any kind - including corn - PANIC
No dairy - BIG PANIC
No Alcohol
No Sugar - including artificial
Calories 1700 or below
Today is the first day. Last night I spent in preparation of the trial to come. I went the grocery store purchased veggies, cut them up and packaged them so I could have them ready for meals or snacking in the hopes I wouldn't cave and fall victim to the crackers in the vending machine. I must also be brutally honest in the fact that I also spent last night saying goodbye to bread. I love bread in all its glorious forms so for me this is truly going to be a test of willpower and committment. Last night I drank 1/4 of a 2 liter of Gingerale and ate a HotDog with a steamed bun. I felt rather sick afterwards. I must admit I ate it just to eat it as I wasn't even hungry but I knew I wouldn't be able to taste a Hot, Steamed bun for at least 2 weeks longer if I decide to continue this crazy scheme.
As previously stated last night was spent in preparation and a little embibing but I did get my game plan in order. This morning was a huge personal challenge - I drank my coffee black - I know, I know please keep your comments to yourself this was HUGE for me. I NEVER drink my coffee black, EVER!!! I almost had a moment of weakness, my internal demons were telling me you can just have cream with your coffee. I had to whip them into shape rather quickly before I gave into those. I decided if I made the exception for coffee where would it end...not to mention the disappointment my friend and myself would fill that I didn't give this my 100%. Day one is going to start off right!!! So I drank it and you know what? It wasn't THAT bad! It had the taste of coffee that is made way too strong and must then attempt to tame it with creamer but no matter how much creamer you put in the cup its just not gonna work. I think I can get used to this. I actually had two cups!!!
Today's breakfast consisted of a huge omelet with green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and chicken...topped with salsa...sliced strawberries on the side. I didn't even look twice at the pancakes I made for my kids. I think I may like this afterall.
I have a whole host of chopped veggies and fruit options laid out before me. I'm not really hungry yet although I did give into the frozen blueberries...I believe my teeth and my fingertips will give me away for that one...but it was a very good early morning treat!
I will be teaching the noon class as well as Kickboxing tonight so we will see if I have any results to share later this week.
Afternoon Update:
I am not hungry but I'm not satisfied either...I did not plan well for lunch. I was so caught up in having snacks that I did not actually pack lunch! Go Figure! So I've had cucumber and tomato salad, celery, sliced bell pepper strips, and an apple with peanut butter. Yes, it was filling but I'm not sure if it will sustain me through Kickboxing.
To be continued....
Enough Ranting - You can read up more on the philosphy here http://whole9life.com/2010/05/whole-30-v2/ . For those who just want the details my personal goals are below:
I CAN have meat, veggies, fruit, & nuts
No grains of any kind - including corn - PANIC
No dairy - BIG PANIC
No Alcohol
No Sugar - including artificial
Calories 1700 or below
Today is the first day. Last night I spent in preparation of the trial to come. I went the grocery store purchased veggies, cut them up and packaged them so I could have them ready for meals or snacking in the hopes I wouldn't cave and fall victim to the crackers in the vending machine. I must also be brutally honest in the fact that I also spent last night saying goodbye to bread. I love bread in all its glorious forms so for me this is truly going to be a test of willpower and committment. Last night I drank 1/4 of a 2 liter of Gingerale and ate a HotDog with a steamed bun. I felt rather sick afterwards. I must admit I ate it just to eat it as I wasn't even hungry but I knew I wouldn't be able to taste a Hot, Steamed bun for at least 2 weeks longer if I decide to continue this crazy scheme.
As previously stated last night was spent in preparation and a little embibing but I did get my game plan in order. This morning was a huge personal challenge - I drank my coffee black - I know, I know please keep your comments to yourself this was HUGE for me. I NEVER drink my coffee black, EVER!!! I almost had a moment of weakness, my internal demons were telling me you can just have cream with your coffee. I had to whip them into shape rather quickly before I gave into those. I decided if I made the exception for coffee where would it end...not to mention the disappointment my friend and myself would fill that I didn't give this my 100%. Day one is going to start off right!!! So I drank it and you know what? It wasn't THAT bad! It had the taste of coffee that is made way too strong and must then attempt to tame it with creamer but no matter how much creamer you put in the cup its just not gonna work. I think I can get used to this. I actually had two cups!!!
Today's breakfast consisted of a huge omelet with green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and chicken...topped with salsa...sliced strawberries on the side. I didn't even look twice at the pancakes I made for my kids. I think I may like this afterall.
I have a whole host of chopped veggies and fruit options laid out before me. I'm not really hungry yet although I did give into the frozen blueberries...I believe my teeth and my fingertips will give me away for that one...but it was a very good early morning treat!
I will be teaching the noon class as well as Kickboxing tonight so we will see if I have any results to share later this week.
Afternoon Update:
I am not hungry but I'm not satisfied either...I did not plan well for lunch. I was so caught up in having snacks that I did not actually pack lunch! Go Figure! So I've had cucumber and tomato salad, celery, sliced bell pepper strips, and an apple with peanut butter. Yes, it was filling but I'm not sure if it will sustain me through Kickboxing.
To be continued....
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