Yesterday I made a few light Spice Crackle Drops from a Weight Watchers newsletter for The Captain...
and a pan of gluten-free brownies, with a premade mix that I picked up at the Bulk Barn when we were away in September. I had to add egg, vanilla, and warm water to it. Oh my! They are delicious so I made sure to put more than half of it in the freezer...
For the past week or so, I have been reading about the Paleo Diet. This has intrigued me since I first started hearing about it last year. But it never occurred to me to give it a try. I love milk and yogurt and cheese way too much to want to give them up.
But since I have given up gluten for health reasons, I have been reading more and really getting into the science behind the Paleo Diet and have decided to take the plunge. My overall blood protein levels continue to drop, even though we can find nothing wrong with any of my internal organs... not complaining... I know that is a good thing.... but I have decided to do the 30 Day Challenge starting January 1stto see if it makes a difference. So I have been arming myself with knowledge and making sure my pantry and fridge and freezer are ready....
In very simple terms it means giving up dairy, legumes, soy products, grains and grasses, corn, white potatoes, and alcohol for the 30 days. I will enjoy lean meats, fish, freggies, nuts and some seeds... lots of water, teas and coffee. It's only 30 days, and I will assess how I am feeling along the way.
I am also really leaning toward signing up for Tina Reale's next Best Body Bootcamp that starts on January 7th. I think I need the structure. I have been doing lots of workouts, but willy-nilly and am not seeing any more muscles growing. I admit I need help!
Have you ever tried any unusual or extreme food plans?
Have you done one of Tina's Best Body Bootcamps? Would love to know what you think about it.
Are you all ready for Christmas?
Wow, I can't wait to hear how it goes. That's a lot to give up:0 Almost ready for Christmas, just some wrapping to do:)
ReplyDeleteI did a 30-day vegan challenge earlier this year. It went well but it was hard since my husband didn't do it with me. I didn't enjoy preparing more than 1 meal.
ReplyDeleteI just finished reading It Starts With Food and we are going to do the Whole30 challenge after the New Year. I am pretty excited to try it out.
I want those snackle dragons!!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI am not a Paleo person but I do eat mostly whole foods & a lot of things on that plan but not anything near that. I like to do my own thing & really try not to cut out whole groups of food. This is just me & I know Paleo works for many. To each their own as I say.... Interested in seeing how it works for you! :)
Have a wonderful holiday!
I follow a wheat, dairy, gluten, sugar, soy & nut free diet and have been doing so for the past 10 years. I feel wonderful with tons of energy and I am known for always being very happy! :) Good luck with your 30 days, I have a feeling you're going to be a convert! ;)
ReplyDeleteI've also been curious about the Paleo Diet but like you, I'm not sure I can give up dairy. I'm almost ready for Christmas,just need to do some baking. ;) Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteI've always been interested in the Paleo diet, not too sure whether I'd want to do it, but I'll be looking forward to your updates!
ReplyDeleteOh, and the brownies look delicious! :)
I just found your blog and can I just say that I think it's AMAZING that you live on a boat year-round? I'm known for living on a boat at school (I'm still in college) but I only do it during the summer. I would love to do what you're doing someday... I am seriously the happiest I've ever been in my life when I'm there. We have a lot of common interests, it seems :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the paleo- I'm not sure I could do it. Love my sugar and carbs far too much!
I think the reasoning behind the Paleo diet has definite merit. And I think for you, with trying to deal with other issues, it may be beneficial to be so drastic for a bit. I have a problem with the plan that requires you to cut out so many things. I understand cutting out dairy, but question a bit about the legumes and all grains. The rest of it, I can get behind. Good luck, I hope it helps you out.
ReplyDeleteAnd, I completely think you should do Best Body Bootcamp. It's so amazing!!! But, you already knew I'd say that :-)
Have a wonderful holiday!!!
I think the reasoning behind the Paleo diet has definite merit. And I think for you, with trying to deal with other issues, it may be beneficial to be so drastic for a bit. I have a problem with the plan that requires you to cut out so many things. I understand cutting out dairy, but question a bit about the legumes and all grains. The rest of it, I can get behind. Good luck, I hope it helps you out.
ReplyDeleteAnd, I completely think you should do Best Body Bootcamp. It's so amazing!!! But, you already knew I'd say that :-)
Have a wonderful holiday!!!
Tina's boot camps are AWESOME!!
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