coffee x 2 = 0
apple = 1
strawberry crepes = 10
french toast = 7
crackers and cheese = 6
cereal = 6
chocolate chips = 4
quinoa salad = 5
popcorn = 4
total: 43 points
Not my best day
Friday, August 20, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Food for today
Coffee x 3 = 0 points
goldfish = 2 points
yogurt + strawberries = 1 point
raspberries = 1 points
tuna salad = 10 points
sweet potato fries = 2 points
peanut butter cups = 9 points
cereal = 4 points
total = 29 points
goldfish = 2 points
yogurt + strawberries = 1 point
raspberries = 1 points
tuna salad = 10 points
sweet potato fries = 2 points
peanut butter cups = 9 points
cereal = 4 points
total = 29 points
A New Start
I returned from my journey around the world only to discover 20 extra pounds that I don't remember bringing with me. Ignoring the problem does not seem to be making it go away so I am prepared to try more drastic measures: Weight Watchers.
Just writing those words makes me want to cry. The memory of counting points and weighing and measuring every bite I take sends a shudder up my spine - BUT - I do believe that it is an effective way of losing weight. If you stick with it. And don't lose faith. Easy to say at the beginning.
My husband thinks that eating vegan is healthy - SO, because I like a challenge - I will be starting weight watchers and going vegan all at the same time. yea...
I will be chronicling my daily food intake here (boring, I know).
Starting Weight: 190.5 pounds
First goal: 180 pounds
Final goal: 145 pounds
Today's Food:
Coffee x 5 (don't judge) with cream: 5 points
big bagel with cream cheese: 12 points
small bagel with cream cheese: 8 points
crackers with cheese: 5 points
goldfish crackers: 4 points
potato and broccoli salad: 6 points
2 homemade peanut butter cups: 8 points
Total points: 48 points!!!
Obviously, I didn't decide to do this "lifestyle" change until AFTER dinner and the two peanut butter cups. Its a starting point. I'm giving myself a pass for today but I am going to make my week Wednesday to Wednesday.
Just writing those words makes me want to cry. The memory of counting points and weighing and measuring every bite I take sends a shudder up my spine - BUT - I do believe that it is an effective way of losing weight. If you stick with it. And don't lose faith. Easy to say at the beginning.
My husband thinks that eating vegan is healthy - SO, because I like a challenge - I will be starting weight watchers and going vegan all at the same time. yea...
I will be chronicling my daily food intake here (boring, I know).
Starting Weight: 190.5 pounds
First goal: 180 pounds
Final goal: 145 pounds
Today's Food:
Coffee x 5 (don't judge) with cream: 5 points
big bagel with cream cheese: 12 points
small bagel with cream cheese: 8 points
crackers with cheese: 5 points
goldfish crackers: 4 points
potato and broccoli salad: 6 points
2 homemade peanut butter cups: 8 points
Total points: 48 points!!!
Obviously, I didn't decide to do this "lifestyle" change until AFTER dinner and the two peanut butter cups. Its a starting point. I'm giving myself a pass for today but I am going to make my week Wednesday to Wednesday.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Vegan and Lovin' It
I must say, aside for a few days of absolutely CRAVING meat, I am quite happy with my new diet. I weighed myself this morning and ...
Beginning Weight: 177
Current Weight: 173.8
That's -3.2 pounds. Go me.
By far, the most difficult part has been to give up sugar, and - to be completely honest - I haven't been very good about it. I have, however, completely cut out all food that are primarily sugar (cookies, cake, candy...) which was incredibility difficult, but every day it get easier.
My next step is to cut out all foods that have sugar in them. Oh God, I just know I'm going to turn into one of those annoying dinner guests who asks about all the ingredients in every dish - luckily I'm not getting very many dinner invitations these days (or not so lucky depending on your point of view).
To survive this transition period of no sugar, I am allowing myself to eat whatever else I want (as long as it is within my vegan guidelines). Even if I'm full. Just to satisfy that sugar craving. I think its working, but I'll keep you updated.
I've been cooking the most delicious vegan recipes in the world from a cookbook called "The conscious chef" which I got as a Christmas present. Adam wants me to take pictures and post them on my blog, but that really does seam like a lot of work. Maybe if I'm feeling REALLY motivated. The recipes take FOREVER to make (at least compared to my normal 15 minutes or less rule), but they are so so worth it. For the first time in my life, I am looking forward to leftovers. I can't wait to cook for my friends in Germany - although I am a little worried about being able to find the ingredients that I need.
Beginning Weight: 177
Current Weight: 173.8
That's -3.2 pounds. Go me.
By far, the most difficult part has been to give up sugar, and - to be completely honest - I haven't been very good about it. I have, however, completely cut out all food that are primarily sugar (cookies, cake, candy...) which was incredibility difficult, but every day it get easier.
My next step is to cut out all foods that have sugar in them. Oh God, I just know I'm going to turn into one of those annoying dinner guests who asks about all the ingredients in every dish - luckily I'm not getting very many dinner invitations these days (or not so lucky depending on your point of view).
To survive this transition period of no sugar, I am allowing myself to eat whatever else I want (as long as it is within my vegan guidelines). Even if I'm full. Just to satisfy that sugar craving. I think its working, but I'll keep you updated.
I've been cooking the most delicious vegan recipes in the world from a cookbook called "The conscious chef" which I got as a Christmas present. Adam wants me to take pictures and post them on my blog, but that really does seam like a lot of work. Maybe if I'm feeling REALLY motivated. The recipes take FOREVER to make (at least compared to my normal 15 minutes or less rule), but they are so so worth it. For the first time in my life, I am looking forward to leftovers. I can't wait to cook for my friends in Germany - although I am a little worried about being able to find the ingredients that I need.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Its the Little Things
When I was in 12th grade, I took part in a "Far Eastern Thought Class." The purpose of this class was to explore eastern philosophies such as Buddhism and Hinduism. I had a wonderful teacher who believed in the value of "doing" over "reading," so one day, he challenged all his students (all 7 of us) to take a vow of silence for the entire day.
I was determined to remain silent the entire day. My friends mocked me and offered me great treasures if I would just say one tiny word, yet I remained silent. My other teachers rolled their eyes at me and demanded that I speak, yet I remained silent. My siblings taunted me and withheld treates unless I asked for them, yet I remained silent. I remained silent the entire day except for one moment: I quickly walked through a door and accidentally knocked over a younger student. "Oh, I'm so sorry," I said without thinking.
My point is, if I decide to do something, I will pursue that goal to the ends of the earth, but it is the little things that are so ingrained in me that mess me up.
You are probably wondering why I am ranting about my high school days in the midst of my vegan experiment. I have been so good about not eating any meat or dairy until the plane ride home today. The flight attendant asked what I wanted to drink, and without even thinking about it I asked for coffee with cream and sugar. CREAM and sugar! I didn't realize my mistake until after I had drunk the entire cup. Oh well. At least I didn't eat the cheese crackers. Go me!
I was determined to remain silent the entire day. My friends mocked me and offered me great treasures if I would just say one tiny word, yet I remained silent. My other teachers rolled their eyes at me and demanded that I speak, yet I remained silent. My siblings taunted me and withheld treates unless I asked for them, yet I remained silent. I remained silent the entire day except for one moment: I quickly walked through a door and accidentally knocked over a younger student. "Oh, I'm so sorry," I said without thinking.
My point is, if I decide to do something, I will pursue that goal to the ends of the earth, but it is the little things that are so ingrained in me that mess me up.
You are probably wondering why I am ranting about my high school days in the midst of my vegan experiment. I have been so good about not eating any meat or dairy until the plane ride home today. The flight attendant asked what I wanted to drink, and without even thinking about it I asked for coffee with cream and sugar. CREAM and sugar! I didn't realize my mistake until after I had drunk the entire cup. Oh well. At least I didn't eat the cheese crackers. Go me!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
going vegan
I am now on day 3 of veganism (I'm not sure that that is a word, but if it isn't, it should be), and it is going great. Giving up meat and dairy is not hard at all for me. I was basically doing that anyway living with Adam. The sugar has been a little more tough, although I have been cutting down the amount of sugar I eat daily. Today, I had one piece of chocolate and half a cup of chocolate soy ice cream. Not too bad for someone who would rather eat sugar than anything else in the world.
I started reading a cookbook called "The Kind Diet" while visiting with the family and discovered that it is exactly what I am doing. I need to get my hands on a copy as I hop on a plane tomorrow and have only read a few pages of the book.
I started reading a cookbook called "The Kind Diet" while visiting with the family and discovered that it is exactly what I am doing. I need to get my hands on a copy as I hop on a plane tomorrow and have only read a few pages of the book.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Trying a new approach
It is time for me to admit defeat. I am not in a place where I am capable of following the Weight Watchers plan. No matter how I try it, I always end up feeling deprived in some way (which I know is not supposed to happen). I HATE counting points and fretting about every choice. I'll be really good for a few days then go way overboard and eat everything in sight. It will then take me weeks of overeating before I try to be good again because I know that I am going to be depriving myself.
This is NOT working for me.
So, I am trying a new approach. After watching several documentaries including "food inc" most recently, I have decided to become a vegan...sort of. I have always been concerned about the impact eating animals has on our planet, and I used to be a vegetarian for this very reason. The only reason I started eating meat again was because my body was craving it during my pregnancy. I am no longer pregnant, and I don't even like meat that much, so no more meat. Except fish. But only fish that has been harvested in a sustainable manner. Adam doesn't eat dairy so giving up dairy is not really a big deal for me. Eggs, on the other hand, are a necessity in our family. I am committed to buying only organic free range eggs so I'm OK with this choice.
To sum up: I am giving up all meat except sustainable seafood and all animal products except eggs...and honey. I am also going to try to give up sugar (AGGGG). I eat WAY too much sugar and this is probably the root cause of my weight issues at present.
I am going to try this for one month and reevaluate. If at the end of a month, I like the changes that I'm feeling, I will continue. If I don't, I won't. I am starting now, but I will probably reevaluate at the end of January just because it is easier.
Day 1: December 29th, 2009
Weight: 177.2
I just weighed my self for the first time in over a month, and I can't believe how much I've gained! This is a new beginning. I don't really have much of a choice - I've got to do something.
This is NOT working for me.
So, I am trying a new approach. After watching several documentaries including "food inc" most recently, I have decided to become a vegan...sort of. I have always been concerned about the impact eating animals has on our planet, and I used to be a vegetarian for this very reason. The only reason I started eating meat again was because my body was craving it during my pregnancy. I am no longer pregnant, and I don't even like meat that much, so no more meat. Except fish. But only fish that has been harvested in a sustainable manner. Adam doesn't eat dairy so giving up dairy is not really a big deal for me. Eggs, on the other hand, are a necessity in our family. I am committed to buying only organic free range eggs so I'm OK with this choice.
To sum up: I am giving up all meat except sustainable seafood and all animal products except eggs...and honey. I am also going to try to give up sugar (AGGGG). I eat WAY too much sugar and this is probably the root cause of my weight issues at present.
I am going to try this for one month and reevaluate. If at the end of a month, I like the changes that I'm feeling, I will continue. If I don't, I won't. I am starting now, but I will probably reevaluate at the end of January just because it is easier.
Day 1: December 29th, 2009
Weight: 177.2
I just weighed my self for the first time in over a month, and I can't believe how much I've gained! This is a new beginning. I don't really have much of a choice - I've got to do something.
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