Eggs. Eggs as far as my hungry mind’s eye can see. High protein/low carb as a vegetarian is even more of a challenge than it is for the average Meaty Joe. I’m a champ with fruits and vegetables - even beans and soy. But beans have carbs, and tofu isn’t something you just throw in a pan and heat up for a snack. In fact, tofu without any effort tastes like mucus. Right about now, my mom would say, “Ugh, why can’t you just eat meat like a normal person? How about fish?” Eating meat “like a normal person” isn’t happening, so by day 3, I got a gigantic jug of whey protein powder and a thing of soy milk to put into smoothies. Much better.
I’ve eaten lots of good food, and it’s been eye-opening to actually cook food. I feel more of a connection to and responsibility for the food I’m putting in my mouth when I take the time to make it instead of getting prepared food from Wegmans. I don’t love to cook, but I’m learning. Also, following Jackie Warner’s advice, I’ve added nutritional supplements.
Yep, that’s a lot of pills. And that’s only the morning ones. The supplements for the whole day are:
- Plant-Omega (Omega-3 Fish Oil substitute)
- Creatine Ethyl Ester HCL
- BCAA
- Multi-Vitamin-Mineral supplement
- CLA
- Ester-C (Vitamin C)
- Lifetime Fitness’ Lean Source
The supplements seem to be worth the effort, I feel more energetic with a higher protein diet, and working out is going just swimmingly. I’m a fat fitness instructor, after all.
While I’ve made progress and feel great, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Eric has practically had to chain me up around Cake O’clock when all I want is a slice of red velvet. Now, I’m like an addict in detox, and it’s comforting to know that the crazy sugar cravings will continue to lessen, and I’ll be able to find other, smarter, choices than convenient junk.
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