I have never had a Health Wake Up Call like I had two weeks ago. I’m doing all I know to do and plunked the rest in God’s hands. Sure there are times I worry but doing all I know to do and praying God’s will be done, that’s really all I can do at this point. I have a brief check-up next week and then another check-up in a little over two months.
I have drastically changed my eating habits and cut back on the “bad” fat and cholesterol… My daily menu is loaded with fruit and vegetables and I’m packing in oats, yogurt, blueberries and walnuts daily.
My loaded baked potato last evening smothered with steamed broccoli, cauliflower and baby carrots with a huge side of green beans. I should say I like eating my veggies with LOTS of black pepper! No butter on this puppy but I did melt a splash of cheese over the top. This is a salad plate and the food really fills that baby and my tummy let me tell ya.
Yogurt – Contains beneficial bacteria that has been shown to boost the immune system. I’ve been checking this off each day.
Blueberries – Is my go-to fruit and I feel this is one of the best fruits for the body – say no more, I’m in daily.
Walnuts – Even though these critters are high in calories they have significantly higher amounts of omega 3 compared to other nuts and the protein from these rascals is amazing! So I consume ½ serving size of walnuts a day.
I guess you could say I’m pretty much eating vegetarian these days. I’ve completely cut the consumption of red meat but I’m trying to eat fish once or twice a week.
And for the “BIG” thing I gave up this week is my diet soda 100%. Water has become the leading beverage in my life as I feel this body of mine needs a real cleansing. I must say, the health scare has me on the straight and narrow and the lure to eat anything that looks unhealthy during this time is not enticing in the least.
Now, all that said, I do feel that there needs to be some sort of moderation (just keepin’ it real). I found myself really missing my daily cup of coffee and cream. So, I’ve added coffee and cream back in the breakfast slot and the oats has become lunch or dinner. I’m much happier this way and so happy to be on my way to a healthy new me.
The one thing that I’m not up for is taking meds the rest of my life and I’m fighting and praying so hard to keep it that way. And on that note, I’m adding something new this week, so stay tuned next Monday same time same place for an update.
Way to go on giving up soda!!!! I gave it up 7 months ago and haven’t looked back since! It truly can sabatoge you!
🙂 Also, great work on changing your eating habits! That’s tough stuff!
🙂 Make today great!
P.s. Thank you for the sweetest post on my art. 🙂
xo
It’s when we reach this age 35-40 something when everything starts to catch up with us. It seemed to start the day I turned 35. I’ve had a total change in my life style and eating habits. I wouldn’t consider myself even on a diet or cutting back. I still eat plenty…maybe even more but it’s the right things. I was 245 lbs at the beginning of this year and this week I am 208lbs. I still have a long ways to go. But, I’ve decided each month I will eliminate another unhealthy item in my diet and replace it with something healthier. So onwards upwards to a healthy and whole person. Sounds like you are doing all the right things now. One day you won’t even miss those diet sodas. I use to be so addicted to coke and 7up.
I think it’s great that you are giving yourself back something that you really like (in the coffee). That will help you be able to stick with it if you haven’t given up everything. My Go To snack is almonds – they keep me feeling satisfied and are also very heart healthy. We also converted to whole wheat pasta or the Barilla Plus which is made from legumes (beans) and both are very hearty. You are doing great!
Glad to hear how well you’re doing!
I have a DR appt in a week, several days after the bloodwork!
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I admire your dedication to eating healthier. I would love to go vegetarian but I like red meat too much and I make my husband red meat dishes quite a bit. I eat whatever I make for him. I need to try to eat healthier, though!
You are doing a great job, Debbie! Your dinner looks yummy.
~Kelli
Interesting to hear your health comments these last couple of weeks. Sometimes these ‘wake up’ calls are just what we need to make some healthful changes in our diet/lifestyle. Good for you for taking that seriously! Sounds like your making some great & healthy choices.
Broccoli is a great super food…And I tell you: Believe it or not, subbing in oatmeal for breakfast most days will make such a impact on your cholesterol number over time you’ll be shocked! You definitely have to add exercise daily – even if it’s just a brief, brisk walk. It sounds like you are SO on the right track and I be pulling for you (and following you here. 🙂
Sorry I didn’t pause sooner but I have to stop and say you guys are the BEST! Thank you so much for all the support and encouragement, you have no idea how much that means to me.
Blessings – Debbie