I finally reached the goal weight that I had set for April! I have lost 17 pounds, I was down to 188. Then we went on vacation. Thankfully, I only added back 2lbs 6 oz. Considering we were not very active beyond walking places, and ate out every night, I am pleased. I tried to be smart and not over eat or get things too horribly unhealthy. I was super encouraged that I desperately missed working out in the mornings. My working out habit has successfully ingrained itself!
Being on vacation, eating all sorts of foods we haven't had for a while as we are trying to eat healthier, my stomach reacted more violently than it has for a long time. This has convinced me of what I have suspected for years: I most definitely have some food intolerances and sensitivities. I did some research online and decided I should do the good old stop eating certain foods for a time, then reintroduce them.
So today, Clay and I have started a very basic diet. We are not eating any grain or dairy or legumes. (the source of many people's intolerances) and are eating fruits, vegetables, and meat (including all nuts but Peanuts,which are actually a legume). My exception to dairy is my ranch salad dressing. If i'm eating tons of salad, I must at least enjoy the flavor a little! I have a feeling I will be sticking to this one more than Clay. Especially since he does not have any known allergies or intolerances. He is interested to discover if he does after-all.
After 2 weeks, we plan on evaluating where we are and how we feel. I do not know when, but we will slowly introduce back the food groups we have stoped eating. I am hoping to be able to diagnose the main culprits to my several digestive and weight-loss issues. Those who know I interact with in the next few weeks... please bear with meis I get exceptionally grumpy. I may be craving bread, or a nice, tall glass of milk. :)
