Today I wanted to try and change my daily routine drastically by adding a fiber supplement, eating mostly raw foods and cutting out sugar/simple carbs/fruit.
My morning started by digging out the fiber therapy pills from the cabinet, cutting them open and mixing the guts with water and lemon. I haven't taken these things in over two years because gel caps made with gelatin are not vegetarian. Gelatin = Skeleton = Gross! That means I also haven't had marshmallows, jello shots etc for over two years. They make vegan versions that aren't too shabby however.
Why eat raw? Cooked food is dead...stripped of all vital nutrients. I could go on and on about this but I'll let you do your own research if interested.
I'm a sugar addict...just like most Americans. Refined sugars are everywhere...easily absorbed into the blood stream causing extreme spikes in blood sugar, energy and mood levels. I'm trying to take control of my cravings. Regulating my blood sugar naturally is one way to stay even keeled throughout the day and not binge on treats just because I think I'm starving.
Wish me luck!!
See you tomorrow, keep Absorbing Life!
UPDATES!
I'm not sure if you are aware that I work in a Vegan Diner & Bakery and how hard quitting sugar is in that environment....all I could think about today was BROWNIES!!! I did well. Only had some agave roasted pecans and once slice of bread. For lunch, protein was on my mind. Quinoa and black beans to satiate my hunger. Protein helps sustain your body, give it energy and prolong the time between meals. As a Vegan, it's sometimes hard to eat a varieties of proteins but quinoa is my favorite.
I had to leave work right away after being released for the evening...to avoid grabbing a brownie to-go. I can taste that fudgy chocolate goodness, right now, as I type this...MmmmmmChocolate....of course when I stepped out of the car in my driveway, here comes the ice cream man; pedaling down the street!
I stayed strong!
You're doing great!
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