Lessons Learned!

WOW!  I truly believe I have learned more about myself and my journey in the last two days, than I ever have before.  And I know these things can and will affect my future profoundly.  First of all, I want to apologize for yesterdays somewhat self loathing post.  I was feeling a bit down and a lot lost.  However, taking a break from my search for health was a huge eye opener.  I am shocked by how quickly my body reacted to the things I was putting in it.  And although, I don't feel that what I had to eat was completely unhealthy, it was not the fuel my body needed.  I started out the day with a pretty normal breakfast, Protein and veg.  That didn't bother me, as It is what I usually eat.  I had a snack with a few higher carbs than what I would normally have and more fat that I should've had.  I had a slice of cheese and some sugar snap peas.  Not an unhealthy choice, and honestly, I didn't even eat to much of it.  Then for lunch, That is where things got a little rocky.  I wanted a grilled cheese sandwich.  So I took three slices of cheese, and butter a couple peices of whole wheat bread and went to town.  Now a couple things happen by consuming this.  The first thing was, I got full A LOT quicker.  I used to sit down and eat Two grilled cheese as well as a bowl of tomato soup, for lunch.  So here I was eating this one grilled cheese and I was getting full about half way through One sandwhich!  The second thing that happen really really sucked.  Within an hour of having this sandwich, I got the runs.  I am sure there are a couple reasons for this.  The first is the fact that consuming the extra carbs and extra calories in one sitting, I am sure affected my stomach in a negative way.  The second was the cheese.  I have known for a long time that I am lactose intolerant, however, it never really seemed an issue if I ate cheese or yogurt.  But considering I have not consumed really any dairy in the last six weeks, it would appear that my body did a complete double take and was like "Oh Hell No!  You did not just put all that fat and lactose into me!"  I did splurge and also got a Grande Iced Venti Soy Caramel Macchiato.  That didn't help my stomach any either.  I have coffee pretty much daily, but usually with one of my medifast cappachino mixes, and it tastes great and it doesn't upset my stomach.  The soy and sugar in the Macchiato was to much.  So for dinner, I didn't eat to much out of the norm, we had grilled steak (Which I am very proud to say was perfectly medium rare and juicy!) and some coleslaw and a baked potato.  Normally I wouldn't have a potato and just a straight veg, the slaw dressing isn't all that healthy, although, I made it so I know how much sugar and what not actually went into it.  So that was that.  It was a big eye opener when my stomach was so upset, as I have not had stomach issues like that in the last six weeks, and I guess I forgot a little bit what it was like.  It sucks!  I am still suffering a little today also.  I am very tired and just don't feel very energetic or motivated.  Another side affect I know, and I also know that it will take a few days for me to get that energy back.  Was it worth it?  Probably not really.  Do I regret it?  No.  I needed the reminder of how much it sucks to have upset stomachs every day and feel so tired and lifeless.  Plus it reassures me that seeking out a healthy lifestyle and going on this journey, is really what I want to do for and it is where I need to be.  It makes me even more passionate to reach out and help others.  I want others to know how great it feels to have energy and feel good about yourself and your body.  So now, I want to reach out.  I want all my readers to know that, if they feel like they are stuck, like they aren't living, like they are unhealthy and unhappy, that I can help.  And I want to!  If you are ready to change your life, please email me!  If you know someone who is ready to change their life or if you are just curious about how I am changing my life and want to know more, Email me!  I want to help!  And with that, I bid you adieu, and a healthy and happy day!  As always, thanks for reading!