Holiday Monday Natal day in Nova Scotia - day 1 paleo

Monday, August 01, 2011

What a fantastic day today, sunny, hot a bit of a breeze. We are going over to ds today to help him with some house repairs. I will visit with Thomas and maybe go in the pool with him, no idea what will transpire.
Today is the day we, ds and I start our 30 day paleo in earnest. I have trepidation and excitement as still having issues with what to make for meals. But will say I have been 2 wks totally without gluten and off almost all processed carbs. and my aches and pains are not as noticeable. I haven't been "down" lately and even though still getting my pins and needles and hip pain I don't feel as blah. Very well could have been the gluten along with the needless processed junk.
This morning is a full frypan of mixed veggies with 2 saugsages. I have to write out the NO foods so I can remember, some are only for the month then gradually re introduce them. So here I go......... as my page says it's not going to be easy....

  

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CRAZYDOGLADYBO 8/1/2011 12:21PM

You can do this! I am not on the Paleo Diet, but I do make a meal that you might like to try. First off, can you have potatoes? I love kale, yes it is almost and addiction! I like to take one piece and hand shred it into small bits and cook till crispy. I add it to the below pan meal when I add the chicken. Most people are hesitant to try kale, to me it has a nice nutty flavor. I take a squash, any summer variety, diced in large chunks so they don't get soggy. If you can have potatoes cut a yellow or red potatoes into a couple of discs and boil till tender. Cool and dice into large chunks, about 1 cup. Cook both in a bit of olive oil till browned on one side about 2 to 4 minutes on med to high heat. Add in one ounce of boiled chicken (any leftover chicken will do) and cook till second side is done. I season this with a dash of kosher salt, lots of ground pepper, dried garlic to taste and a lot of fresh thyme. If you can't have potatoes just cook without them. The flavors when cooked together meld very nicely. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEMPEST272002 8/1/2011 10:26AM

I'm interested to hear how things go with the paleo diet. One thing that has REALLY surprised me is how deep the connection goes between what I eat & how I feel - mentally & physically. Can't wait to hear what differences you notice. I went to sparkrecipes.com & typed "paleo" in the search box... and got 125 results! Looks liek a great place to find something to make for dinner! Report Inappropriate Comment

WOW late Sat.

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Been busy today and this morning was reading the Paleo diet by robb wolf and didn't come on puter. It is nearly 4 pm and first time I have turned it on yet. Anyway been feeling good, my knee is not so bad, my pins and needles there but not as often. Only thing that has changed in the absensce of gluten and most carbs. I know that if it is a pinched nerve that won't change it, but perhaps the inflammation will decrease without the carbs and that helps all around.
I am primed to do the paleo with my son for 30 days to see. I know others have had great sucess with vegetarianism, but I also know I can't do it. Will be tough enough to find enough to eat with out anycarbs other than the ones from veggies. eeeek but the book gives full plans and ds is very good at this. His cooking school ( changed majors in university and wasn't sure so took a year community college cooking course).
Rain today, dull and rain and dd has gone to Moncton 3 hrs or so away for an outdoor concert. hope they took rain boots and jackets. YUK it is pouring, I know that closer to Moncton ( where our trailer is) it is thundering haven't any here yet.
Tomorrow finishing up the job I started yesterday, then cleaning up house. Monday after ds works, we are going over for hubby to help him with his downspouts. Okay best go and get a bit more done.

Oh read this and made me think of my mind over matter on my page-

psychoneuroimmunology - how the mind influences the immune system and vice versa has shown our thoughts are our reality for good or ill.

So mind over matter, attitude makes a difference has been my mantra. Even today when I did my unemployment and it said this was my last week when I am sure I was good till Sept 1. argh but will straighten it out Tues and we will survive. no sense worrying about it. and MOnday is holiday so can't call then.

Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.

HUGS have a great day!

  

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NEW-CAZ 7/30/2011 3:38PM

Loving your positivity Cinders Report Inappropriate Comment

CHRYS13 7/30/2011 3:31PM

I'm loving your mantra....and your page!! Yes, "it's going to be worth it"! Thanks for the motivation! Comment edited on: 7/30/2011 3:32:57 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

got me a notebook......

Friday, July 29, 2011

I bought a new notebook today, wish I had gotten it last Tues. but that's okay. I haven't seen that much difference that if I start now it won't matter.
I am going back to writing what I have eaten, how my mood is, weather and my silly pains/feathers ect.
I know I can do it on spark and under my notes but find it easier for me to have it page by page.
Think I am going to try my hardest to do the 30 day paleo with ds. He is so anxious for me to try and hey can't hurt. I am not having any real die off from gf. so will see how this goes. Not sure I can do the strict one the entire 30 days but will try my best.
I should have gotten him a notebook too, but he will probably use his phone. lol
Had a good day today, not much pain or fluttering until now 7 pm. so thats pretty good. Was talking to a lady who had the nerve test done for Bells palsy and she said the needles you don't feel, but the current you will. she asked tell me, they said first time is like 1, 2nd is a 5 and the last is def. 10. So she said now you know you will feel it, but itsn't for long. I will survive like I have the rest of the stuff.
Going to go read the book I got from library about the paleo diet, it is written very user friendly and almost commical so better than a text book!
cya tomorrow!
HUGS

  

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WHITE-LOTUS 7/30/2011 8:02PM

Whatever works for you is what I say. I certainly believe everyone should eat what their body tells them is best. I know you will continue to search for your best solutions! That's what counts--never giving up! Report Inappropriate Comment

JOYINKY 7/30/2011 8:30AM

I'm still a pencil and paper gal Cindy. Nothing wrong with that! It keeps me on track and the habit was well established before I came on SP. Even tracked on vacation. Enjoy your weekend; will stop by when I can. Hugs. Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 7/30/2011 3:11AM

Great that you're keep a track of your diet and moods, it'll be interesting to see what you make of the paleo diet. I thought you'd tried this b4 for some reason (brain malfunction probably LOL) Good luck Report Inappropriate Comment

TEMPEST272002 7/29/2011 8:05PM

I've heard good things about the paleo diet. It will be interesting to hear what you think of it. 30 days isn't that long. I'm sure you'll be able to follow through for just 30 days. Right? I like to use scrapbooks from the dollar store to keep my weight loss stuff in. Sometimes it's just easier to grab a pen and jot something down quick. Report Inappropriate Comment

Fantastic Friday!

Friday, July 29, 2011

Well in such a good mood these past few days, will take it!!! I was on marks daily apple site and on their forum going to post about food and inflammation and a few questions when I read about a lady that had Miller Fisher variant of guillain barre syndrome. Now Caz not getting all worried just reading! LOL but the interesting thing is the pins and needles ect start at the extremities and go up and also can have a droppy eyelid which I do. hmmm just want to know things cos don't want to blindly follow drs and what they say. My dr is great but not into anything naturapathic, homeopathic ect. and seems to get very put out when asked about anything diff. so. just keeping my eyes open and able to ask questions.
Going to go get hubby up, he didn't get the grass mowed so will do it this am, after his 1 tv show. he has cut his watching by 90% but uses the puter oh well was doing both at once. lol
back later not much done yet, so far today pins and n. are minimal. cya!

  

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JOYINKY 7/30/2011 7:57AM

I believe in being your own detective and sharing what you find with your Dr. to be looked at or explained away. Enjoy your weekend. Busy here! Hugs. Report Inappropriate Comment

HEALTHY4ME 7/29/2011 11:41AM

\Answering jude and caz, probably not. I find he is a super dr and will listen but give him the first chance. I am going to mention all this when I go to the nerve thing and when I go to see dr on 24th will mention this more. Some things didn't ever seem to be related till you read of it or find someone with this. interesting anyway, good thing I like medical stuff lol Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 7/29/2011 9:20AM

Jude has a point Cinders (glad to hear it's research and not worrying you ......how well you know how I'll comment Have a good one Report Inappropriate Comment

WHITE-LOTUS 7/29/2011 9:15AM

Can you call your dr's office and relay your findings? Will he get back to you with his ideas on the subject? Worth a try. Report Inappropriate Comment

MEANCARLEEN 7/29/2011 8:04AM

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LOL suck it up! Love it

Thursday, July 28, 2011

yea yea I know Jude suck it up. I don't think anyone realizes how terrified I am of needles, more than anything, I would bungee jump rather than needles.
Anyway for some reason, this eve have been very calm, quiet, and reflective. Been deleting a lot of blogs, who needs them, mostly blah, down, or just a day comment. The ones I have kept are uplifting, or a change in something or a revelation. But 165 pages OMG. anyway getting there.
At this time I am not even thinking of my tests, or anything, more wanting to know. I have been on puter too long without moving and have had pins and needles in foot, feather/hair whatever feeling on my leg, and slightly on other leg and not sure but thought my R arm. argh now that is nerve wracking and a tad scarey. but will deal with whatever cos what other choice is there!
Okay it is 12:35 and I MUST get off here and rest.
HUGS good morning/eve whatever!

  

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JOYINKY 7/30/2011 7:52AM

Hope you rested well; today is a new day. Hugs. Report Inappropriate Comment

RONOSOF 7/29/2011 8:40AM

I am sooo glad I am not the only sparker who stays on the computer too long. But- it makes sense- how many guily pleasures can you have once food is eliminated? hmmmm, have to make a list now! Don't forget to breathe during your tests... maybe you can get a sedative for the anxiety or work with a professional on being with needles before the test? Best, Mary Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 7/29/2011 2:54AM

Hope you slept well Cinders and you know what I'm scared of spiders. Fine in the garden but once one invades the house (especially the ceiling or walls of my bedroom when I go to bed) I hate, hate, hate it. Report Inappropriate Comment

WHITE-LOTUS 7/29/2011 12:05AM

It's funny how different things scare us differently. Needles - no problem, but have people judge me or my work - I'd rather hide in a cave. I'd so about enything for the uncertainty to end (were I in your place--limbo is H-E-C-K!). Report Inappropriate Comment