A measly half pound: that's how much I lost this week.
I have cut out red meat and chicken, pork and dairy. I've cut down my egg and fish consumption. I have cut out refined white sugar, artificial sweeteners and coffee.
I eat a whole food plant based diet. Lots of fruits and veg, whole grains and no ingredients I can't pronounce or don't know what they are. If it sounds like a man made chemical I just don't eat it.
I have not had chocolate, cookies or chips. I have not had cake. I have had one glass of wine in a month (last night after my disappointing weigh in) and I didn't even drink it all.
So what else can I change? I need to drink more water and walk more.
We have stopped buying bottles water and have yet to buy a brita. I know our tap water is perfectly safe, I just can't get passed the chlorine smell I guess. Due to yucky weather and a sick miss V, I haven't been walking 50 mins each day either.
Soft this week I vow to get over my tap water issues and walk more without excuses.
Here's hoping next Tuesday brings a smaller number on the scale and brighter blog post.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Saturday, April 28, 2012
No meat for me... And did I mention I'm not pregnant?
Today was my daughter's first communion. Following mass we headed to my mum's for lunch and cake. I made it through without totally indulging!
I started with a two minute muffin and a cuppa tea, which held me over until about one.
Although my mum put on a delicious spread, I stuck to what I knew was vegetarian and had pronounceable ingredients. I ate hummus, crackers, olives and fruit. I skipped the sandwich wraps and cheese and ate ONE, that's right 1, chip.
I skipped the cake too. Oh, and the wine. Shocker!
I indulged only slightly. My inlaws sent over a heavenly looking tiramisu square. I cut the end off and ate, literally, two bites. What I had was delicious, but totally enough.
I drank water and lots of it.
I came home starving. I ate some wholewhear crackers, salsa and olives while my incredible handsome, wonderfully creative and awesomely talented (no he did not tell me to write that) honey, made me a scrumptious veggie stir fry wrap with homemade guacamole dressing. So yummy.
For dessert I had a banana a cuppa tea with honey and some soy nuts.
By the way, did I mention that I am not pregnant?
While setting up an exhibit yesterday I ran into my old karate instructor. After telling me how busy he was and how incredible his life was he asked if I was still doing the "photo-graphy" (yes, he said it just like that after I just finished telling him I was setting up my photography exhibit).
I explained to him that yes, I was and that I was off on maternity leave. What does he do? He gestures towards and looks at my belly and says "yeah I see that". What the hell was that supposed to mean?! Was that a "yeah I can tell since you still look like the Goodyear blimp" or "yeah, when are you due?"
I was in such a state of shock at his incredible insensitivity that I could barely speak. I simply went on to tell him that my son was six months old and that I was hoping to spend my life doing what I love. In his usual cocky manner he went on to say that he "wanted to do the same", but "wait. Oh yeah, (he) already (was)". I told him he was a dick and walked away.
As I left the sports complex we were bth setting up at, I ran into a cluster of MMA girls... tits up, ass out. Perfect bodies that only adde fuel to my emotional fire. I sat in the car and cried.
Today, I thought of all the things I should have said, all the ways I could have hurt him. There are only two words that come to mind, neither of which combine to make an appropriate blog worthy statement. ;)
Here's to another great day tomorrow!
I started with a two minute muffin and a cuppa tea, which held me over until about one.
Although my mum put on a delicious spread, I stuck to what I knew was vegetarian and had pronounceable ingredients. I ate hummus, crackers, olives and fruit. I skipped the sandwich wraps and cheese and ate ONE, that's right 1, chip.
I skipped the cake too. Oh, and the wine. Shocker!
I indulged only slightly. My inlaws sent over a heavenly looking tiramisu square. I cut the end off and ate, literally, two bites. What I had was delicious, but totally enough.
I drank water and lots of it.
I came home starving. I ate some wholewhear crackers, salsa and olives while my incredible handsome, wonderfully creative and awesomely talented (no he did not tell me to write that) honey, made me a scrumptious veggie stir fry wrap with homemade guacamole dressing. So yummy.
For dessert I had a banana a cuppa tea with honey and some soy nuts.
By the way, did I mention that I am not pregnant?
While setting up an exhibit yesterday I ran into my old karate instructor. After telling me how busy he was and how incredible his life was he asked if I was still doing the "photo-graphy" (yes, he said it just like that after I just finished telling him I was setting up my photography exhibit).
I explained to him that yes, I was and that I was off on maternity leave. What does he do? He gestures towards and looks at my belly and says "yeah I see that". What the hell was that supposed to mean?! Was that a "yeah I can tell since you still look like the Goodyear blimp" or "yeah, when are you due?"
I was in such a state of shock at his incredible insensitivity that I could barely speak. I simply went on to tell him that my son was six months old and that I was hoping to spend my life doing what I love. In his usual cocky manner he went on to say that he "wanted to do the same", but "wait. Oh yeah, (he) already (was)". I told him he was a dick and walked away.
As I left the sports complex we were bth setting up at, I ran into a cluster of MMA girls... tits up, ass out. Perfect bodies that only adde fuel to my emotional fire. I sat in the car and cried.
Today, I thought of all the things I should have said, all the ways I could have hurt him. There are only two words that come to mind, neither of which combine to make an appropriate blog worthy statement. ;)
Here's to another great day tomorrow!
Friday, April 27, 2012
Have you tried something new lately?
Today is a day for new recipes. This morning I had a two minute muffin. This whole grain hearty bread like breakfast consists of agave nectar, flax, wheat germ, (a few other grains that I can't remember the names of), baking soda and one egg. I tried to find an egg substitute at our local grocer, but had no luck. (anyone know if there is such a thing?). All ingredients go into a mug and into the microwave for two mins. I wish I had of taken s photo, it puffed right up over the top of the mug! I popped it onto a plate and put some natural jam on it.
Delicious!
Lunch was a whole grain and veggie sandwich (fried mushrooms, cucumber and tomato) with some kale chips.
The sandwich was good. Used a tiny bit of mayo and a bit of good earth spread (not-margarine margarine). The kale chips were ok for what they are. Basically you take some kale and break off bite size leafy great pieces. Place pieces on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and some seasoned salt. It gave me the crunch that I love with my sandwich.
As for dinner, our good friends are making something yummy for us. I've been told portabello mushrooms are on the menu so I'm sure it will be awesome!
Delicious!
Lunch was a whole grain and veggie sandwich (fried mushrooms, cucumber and tomato) with some kale chips.
The sandwich was good. Used a tiny bit of mayo and a bit of good earth spread (not-margarine margarine). The kale chips were ok for what they are. Basically you take some kale and break off bite size leafy great pieces. Place pieces on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and some seasoned salt. It gave me the crunch that I love with my sandwich.
As for dinner, our good friends are making something yummy for us. I've been told portabello mushrooms are on the menu so I'm sure it will be awesome!
Veggies!!!! (yesterday's post)
Total meatless day today!
Whole grain bread, good earth spread and natural jam for breakie.
Veggie fajitas and some sweet potato fries for lunch and took the other half home for dinner.
Delish meat free day!
Whole grain bread, good earth spread and natural jam for breakie.
Veggie fajitas and some sweet potato fries for lunch and took the other half home for dinner.
Delish meat free day!
Monday, April 23, 2012
Forks. Definitely forks.
Yesterday I watched a documentary called Forks Over Knives. If you've seen it, you'll understand why a low carb diet is no longer an option for me.
The documentary talks about the roll animal protein plays in the progression of cancer and heart disease. Scientific research has proven that a diet high in animal protein increases cancer mortality rates as well as heart disease. According to these studies, a whole food plant based diet cannot only decrease a person's chances of getting these diseases, but also sometimes reverse the effects of these diseases.
Tests showed that a diet of 20% animal protein exponentially increases the risk of cancer and heart disease. A diet consisting of 5% animal protein on the other hand exponentially DECREASED the risk of cancer and heart disease.
With all this said (and a ton of other information from the documentary), I have decided to try and adopt a much more plant based diet. In the past (my teen years), I have attempted to become a vegan. With a lack of understanding and knowledge I was unsuccessful. Today, I feel more informed and much more capable of changing my lifestyle and eating habits.
Now, I know you are probably thinking, but what about protein. A plant based diet does contain protein and there are there are other was to get the protein that you need; and our protein requirements are not as high as we have been lead to believe.
Yesterday's grocery purchases included only fruits and vegetables, lentils, whole grains an fish. I figure I can't go vegan in a day, and fish is the best option at this point.
So last night it was a delicious veggie stir fry and cantaloupe for dessert. This morning, once I can get into my kitchen again, I will be having one piece of while grain bread with natural peanut butter and an all fruit (and a little pectin) jam.
I know this option may not be for everyone, but I am hoping that it will work for me. I want to grow old, watch my children grow and keep my family healthy. If this goes as planned I truly believe that this will give me the best chance of doing just that.
For those of you who want to check it out, I believe the website is www.forksoverknives.com.
The documentary talks about the roll animal protein plays in the progression of cancer and heart disease. Scientific research has proven that a diet high in animal protein increases cancer mortality rates as well as heart disease. According to these studies, a whole food plant based diet cannot only decrease a person's chances of getting these diseases, but also sometimes reverse the effects of these diseases.
Tests showed that a diet of 20% animal protein exponentially increases the risk of cancer and heart disease. A diet consisting of 5% animal protein on the other hand exponentially DECREASED the risk of cancer and heart disease.
With all this said (and a ton of other information from the documentary), I have decided to try and adopt a much more plant based diet. In the past (my teen years), I have attempted to become a vegan. With a lack of understanding and knowledge I was unsuccessful. Today, I feel more informed and much more capable of changing my lifestyle and eating habits.
Now, I know you are probably thinking, but what about protein. A plant based diet does contain protein and there are there are other was to get the protein that you need; and our protein requirements are not as high as we have been lead to believe.
Yesterday's grocery purchases included only fruits and vegetables, lentils, whole grains an fish. I figure I can't go vegan in a day, and fish is the best option at this point.
So last night it was a delicious veggie stir fry and cantaloupe for dessert. This morning, once I can get into my kitchen again, I will be having one piece of while grain bread with natural peanut butter and an all fruit (and a little pectin) jam.
I know this option may not be for everyone, but I am hoping that it will work for me. I want to grow old, watch my children grow and keep my family healthy. If this goes as planned I truly believe that this will give me the best chance of doing just that.
For those of you who want to check it out, I believe the website is www.forksoverknives.com.
Friday, April 20, 2012
The view from here
Great day yesterday and looking forward to another great one today. Feeling much more energized!
Fifty minutes of walking yesterday and 25 so far today.
The view from here looks promising.
Fifty minutes of walking yesterday and 25 so far today.
The view from here looks promising.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Busy Busy Busy!
I have been living in a nut house.
So, for the last month, I haven't had a stove. For the last three weeks I have had no kitchen cabinets. For the last two weeks I have had no counters. For three days we survived without a sink in our kitchen. Today, I have cabinets, a sink (and a half), a stove and some makeshift counters. Within the next week I will have real counter tops, a pantry to store my food in, a dishwasher (for the first time in three years!), cabinet doors and even a nice new floor. Maybe then I will want to clean again.
Needless to say, with renos and trying to get organized, I have not had five minutes to myself today and zero time to walk. However, none of this stopped me from sticking to my diet today.
Breakfast was vanilla cottage cheese and coffee. Lunch was once piece of whole grain bread with margarine, mayo and low fat turkey breast. I had two low carb cookies for my snack with a cup of coffee and dinner was 4 scrambled eggs with feta and roasted red pepper and a bottle of water. Dessert, was another low carb cookie. Probably not the best choice, but it beat the alternative.
Here's to a slightly less hectic day tomorrow and a clean house. :)
So, for the last month, I haven't had a stove. For the last three weeks I have had no kitchen cabinets. For the last two weeks I have had no counters. For three days we survived without a sink in our kitchen. Today, I have cabinets, a sink (and a half), a stove and some makeshift counters. Within the next week I will have real counter tops, a pantry to store my food in, a dishwasher (for the first time in three years!), cabinet doors and even a nice new floor. Maybe then I will want to clean again.
Needless to say, with renos and trying to get organized, I have not had five minutes to myself today and zero time to walk. However, none of this stopped me from sticking to my diet today.
Breakfast was vanilla cottage cheese and coffee. Lunch was once piece of whole grain bread with margarine, mayo and low fat turkey breast. I had two low carb cookies for my snack with a cup of coffee and dinner was 4 scrambled eggs with feta and roasted red pepper and a bottle of water. Dessert, was another low carb cookie. Probably not the best choice, but it beat the alternative.
Here's to a slightly less hectic day tomorrow and a clean house. :)
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