That 6 week commitment I was blogging about-- that didn't go too well. Choosing to focus on the bright side, I walked away encouraged that I was exercising at least two times per week and drinking at least 8 glasses of water per day. Now, it's like I'm on to the next fad in what I like to think of as my fad-free life.Well, my current spin is definitely not some diet or style people are participating in in masses. Instead, it's a typical allergen elimination diet-- no gluten, dairy, nightshade plants, corn, soy, sugar, MSG,nitrates, etc., and caffeine. My goals are to identify migraine triggers, identify pain triggers, identify triggers for skin burning or other skin sensations, and identify triggers of stomach issues. Also, my wife said we both have to lose weight so I agreed to lose 25 lbs. I've been doing this for about 2.5 weeks and lost 10 lbs. Also, my leg pain has decreased from a 8 to a 6. The progress isn't as great as I'd like but 4 weeks is a pretty typical length of time needed in order to get the junk out of one's body.
Water? I still drink it but have slacked with a faithful count. I'm confident I'm reaching 8 glasses per day but not so sure of reaching 10 glasses, which is my current preference.
Exercise? Not so much but this week I decided to fold it back into my schedule. I exercised at work once this week and have it on my to do list to complete before weekend's end.
A somewhat perk of this diet has been discovering new recipes and new delicious food. My faves have been the flourless almond cookies (I substituted chocolate chips for macadamia because I had that on hand) and turkey burgers with shredded zucchini and carrots. I'm also quite proud of myself for my hamburger steak dish that was extra delicious. If not for time limitations and dirty dishes, I might could enjoy cooking.
Here's to holding the faith. It works if you work it and I'll keep coming back.
