Losing It!

 So, I've been reading Kathy's "Losing It" posts for some time now.  It wasn't until this past week when she hit the 100s instead of the 200s on the scale that I felt motivated! I'm so happy for her and I want it too!

I've done weight watchers, I've counted points, I've counted calories, I've done many diets.  I don't want to "do a diet."  So, I decided that for the next few weeks until we go on our trip to New Mexico, I am going to eat a completely natural, whole foods, vegan diet. (It's pretty much the Daniel Fast, but without the religious part) I can eat fruits, veggies and whole grains. I am not planning on staying vegan- I'm using this as a cleanse. I plan to add meat in a few weeks. That's it.  It sounds SO limiting, but I've actually eaten a lot of yummy foods this week.  Here is a sample of what I have eaten:

• apples with natural peanut butter
• mixed nuts- pistacios, walnuts, almonds
• brown rice cakes with natural peanut butter and all fruit jelly
• tabbouli- a bulgar wheat salad
• big salads with spinach, avocado, walnuts and tomatoes from my garden and homemade dressing
• taco salad with lettuce, tomato, avocado, black beans
• veggie broth with green onions and tofu
• fried rice with tofu and edamame
• rice with lentil curry
• lots and lots of fruit!
• sandwich on whole wheat bread from a local bakery (thanks for the tip OhAmanda!)

The best part?  I haven't missed meat and I AM a carnivore.  I honestly haven't missed it.  The first two days were hard, but now I just feel different.  I am absolutely NOT craving unhealthy foods.  I have lots of energy.  I started on Monday, so I don't know how much weight I've lost, but I'll keep you updated next week!

For more weight loss motivation, head over to the House of Hills!