Making healthy changes is no walk in the park, I think we all are aware of that. But, if we are conscious about what we do, then maybe it’ll come a little more naturally over time. Well, that’s my theory anyways. I’m feeling pretty good about today. Chad and I went to the store and got 2 carts full of groceries for only about $150. We have a lot of food and it isn’t all junk. I left out getting things that I wanted like pizza rolls, ice cream bars, and potato chips and focused on other things instead. We got spinach veggie dip and a bag of fresh assorted veggies like broccoli, carrots, radishes, cauliflour, etc. We got whole wheat bagels and whipped cream cheese, raisins, oatmeal with flax seed oil, and a bunch of other things. Tonight after work, I really wanted something sweet. I couldn’t decide on what I wanted, so I went to the kitchen and browsed. Normally, I would grab the first bag of whatever we had in the cupboard and munch mindlessly until I fell asleep. However, because we were awesome and didn’t BUY the crap, I didn’t give myself that option. (Score one for me.) Instead, I whipped up two bowls of white minute rice, added some cinnamon sugar (20 cal/tsp) and enjoyed my sweet snack which of course is much better than the 1/2 a bag of chips and chocolates I would have eaten normally. I also made a smoothie for myself today using all natural greek yogurt (strawberry) 1/2 cup of 1% milk, frozen strawberries, and a banana. It was a little tart for me, but surprisingly good. I drank half and gave Chad the rest. Next time, I’ll use more bananas to reduce some of the strawberries tarty flavors.
Overall, I’d say today was a pretty good food day. These things take time and the first step I’ve made in the right decision this month was buying healthier foods, not allowing junk into the house so I can’ t eat it, and hell, I even drank a glass of water with some meyo in it. Even if I don’t start to lose weight right away, at least I’ll know that I’m on the road to being a healthier person. I’d call that a win!
Peace, Love, and Minute Rice
Sarah V.
