Pounds lost: 3.5
Pounds to go: 35
Confessions
Well, I can't say I've been keeping track of "points" lately. I made Cherry Cheese Pie for a VT luncheon and had a piece, but I guess it was just ONE piece. I also had a Honey Dip Donut yesterday - damn the Honey Dip! But again, it was just ONE. So I am improving!
What Worked for Me
Fasting on Sunday, getting another bladder infection and getting on appetite-suppressing antibiotics. Hooray for trials, illness & taking drugs!
To be honest, I got really excited this past week when Peter & I went to Whole Foods Market - the best grocery store on earth. We have been slowly migrating toward eating only whole grains and eliminating foods with all of the Dr. Oz no-no's (high fructose corn syrup, partially hydrogenated ANYTHING, etc. etc.). We have a long way to go and it will take us a while, but I feel good about what we are trying to do. You really feel so much better without that refined, modified stuff and do not crave it as much when you cut it out!
I have also changed my plan a bit and I am letting myself binge on fruit. That is, I am not counting it in my points for now, so that I feel like I am not TOTALLY restricted. The afternoons are my hardest time, so if I'm hungry, I can grab a pear (and an apple and some grapes and maybe even a banana) and not feel bad. I think it will help me make a better, long-term change to eating healthy.
Another good thing was that I walked 4 miles this week (in 2 mile sessions, 40 minutes a piece). It felt good to get back on that dusty old friend that is my treadmill. I told myself I can't watch Oprah unless I am walking while watching. Ha!
Recipe
I had company stay with us this week, was sick and didn't really have time to try out a new recipe. BUT!!! I will give you a few suggestions for whole grain, high fiber, high protein, low sugar goodness.
Instead of rice, try Kashi 7 whole grain pilaf. It is a delicious and way more filling alternative. You can find it in the oatmeal section of the crazy greener section of the grocery store.
For the whole family - instead of Honey Nut Cheerios or the like, try Kashi Heart to Heart or Mighty Bites. More protein (good for the attention span), less refined sugar.
Instead of ANY other granola bar, try Kashi TLC bars. Again, a lot less sugar, more fiber, more protein & a YUMMY variety to choose from.
I know, I know....I sound like a Kashi commercial. But seriously, it's working! I found most of these at Wal-mart.
Goals for This Week
I'd really like to lose at least two more pounds, to catch me up on my schedule. I guess that means I'd better get walking. Also, Matt, I got some salmon & some cod at the store today. I'm tryin' your fishy ways.
Good luck, everyone!!
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3.5 POUNDS?!?!?!?! That's great Michelle! I like your idea of not watching Oprah unless you're walking! I should start telling myself, if I want to watch TV, I need to be on my little step arobic thinger.
Wow, that is awesome! Congrats!!! Losing weight and having company don't usually mix, but you did it! I love your idea of the "whole foods" approach to eating. It sounds like the "Word of Wisdom" doesn't it? And it works well with WW because the more fiber the less points! Keep it up and you will be ready for Florida in no time! Have a great week.
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