I hope that whoever is out there reading has been inspired by my experience. I know that most people don't have to be as drastic as I have been the past month, but even making small changes and taking an active role in monitoring what foods you put in your body makes a huge difference!
I want to give you an example of keeping an eye on your intake. My boyfriend has been SO amazing and supportive this past month, eating dinner with me every night. However, when I make seafood, he does not join me because he despises it. I should also mention, that he is not trying to loose weight the same way that I am. So, last night when I made myself salmon, he indulged in a can of Chef Boyardee.
Those types of pre-packaged, canned food are something that I would turn to when I wanted something quick and filling when I was short on time. Plus, they're delicious. However, last night I actually looked at the nutritional values of one can. Following up on my previous post about carbs...there were 31 grams listed. That is the equivalent of 7.75 teaspoons of sugar! That doesn't even include high fat and sodium contents.
So, new diet outlook: instead of simply turning to simple foods, be conscious of what you're putting in your body! Indulge in treats, but don't go to food just because they are easy to prepare. That old saying, "if it's too good to be true, it probably is", is very fitting!
I really like what you say in the last part. I think this is key to success with any diet, matol or not, and that is to "be conscious of what you're putting in your body!" Good food takes effort, but that effort is always worth it. It's usually better for you and more delicious. Thanks for being such an inspiration with your wisdom and success!
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