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It is my 2-year Sparkversary, and I've become aware of several things that I've gotten a bit misdirected on. It doesn't feel like I've fallen off the proverbial wagon, but just that my healthy two-year track has begun to start making the beginning of what can easily be a U-turn. Yikes! Rather than let that happen, I thought I'd blog about each issue that I need a direction correction on. Each one will begin with this paragraph and lead into the topic of the day. 
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ASLANSCUB
1/31/2011 11:16PM
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Yes, I've been worried about not following the SparkDiet exactly because I am a volume eater as well. I've only really been following it for two weeks, so I hope that later I can eat other things, like family picnics/church potlucks, etc. and not accidentally overeat.
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LEONALIONESS
1/29/2011 1:32PM
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I agree with JLITT, eat all the green leafies, non-starchy veg and fresh, non-starchy fruit you want! They are so bulky that you really won't be able to eat too many of them. Example, I eat a half a pound of asparagus some nights with dinner... for under 50 calories. Half a pound of roasted cauliflower is under 50, broccoli is just a bit over 60. Half a pound (250 grams) is a BIG serving and I'm quite full afterwards. I have to watch it with the more calorie dense stuff, though, like nuts/seeds, avocados, dried fruit. Still healthy but definitely can pack a punch. Eat all the whole, nutrient dense, low calorie/fat plants you can. It'll make it so you eat less of the fatty animal stuff or the more calorie dense plant foods. That's how raw foodists lose weight/maintain so effortlessly while still eating some pretty calorie dense (dried fruit and nut) desserts. The rest of their usual intake is super low calorie. Comment edited on: 1/29/2011 1:34:03 PM Report Inappropriate Comment |
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MARIE625
1/29/2011 7:13AM
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I have the same problem. I tend to over eat on things like nuts & avocados which are high in fats. But then there's my broccoli problem. I love & frequently crave broccoli and occasionally, I get to the end of the day and I'm feeling bloated & miserable and full and realize that I only took in 100 calories all day long because all I ate was broccoli. Moderation is definitely the key. And the hardest thing to learn, it seems.
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JLITT62
1/29/2011 5:20AM
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I don't think you really have to worry about the veggies & fruits, unless you're eating your body weight in them. But there are definitely other healthy foods we can eat too much of -- especially avocados, which I adore (who knew? never had them growing up cause my mom doesn't like them). Portion sizes are something I still really struggle with. Report Inappropriate Comment |
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DDHEART
1/28/2011 6:14PM
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Oh shoot.....life isn't fair and then we have to moderate even the good stuff?!! I hear you...when I was on WW I became aware that I was a volume eater...I have always liked fruits and most vegetables so really thought that most of the time my diet was really pretty good...but I forgot that even if it's a healthy food, I shouldn't eat the entire container of cherries in one sitting...(really I could just keep eating them till they're gone)Really!! Keep examining and focusing on the key things!
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SIMPLELIFE4REAL
1/28/2011 12:58PM
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You are so smart to realize and blog about the need for moderation in even healthy foods. I have to be careful with nuts and avocados. I love them, but when I track the calories, I realize a little goes a long way. (I have to admit, that if I go over on calories on an avocado, I don't beat myself up too badly. If I don't eat the whole thing, it will go bad. I guess you could say that avocado's are my vice!  )
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LIBBYFITZ
1/28/2011 12:53PM
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 That is why I keep the food scale on the kitchen bench permanently! Before anything goes onto my plate it is weighed! 
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CATLADY52
1/28/2011 11:48AM
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Just let the word 'MODERATION' sit in front of you every time you go to the fridge or cabinet. Maybe a PostIt with that written on it? Just a suggestion. 
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NATPLUMMER
1/28/2011 11:40AM
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Moderation is key. Sometimes hard to do, though. You are lucky to have had a metabolism that let you eat whatever you wanted at all. Never for me. Report Inappropriate Comment |
There's nothing dramatic to write about during this week's historic landmark of two years since starting SP.
However, I've
-Kept the original weight loss off (approx. 30 lbs).
-Lost the 8 that I'd gained from grief eating.
-Maintained good eating habits (despite several falls off the wagon).
-Maintained regular exercise routines.
-Made new precious friends.
-Maintained a healthy consciousness.
-Stuck with the plan by sticking to the daily log-in.
-Forced myself, during hard times of not wanting to, to stay the course.
-Not let this forever plateau get me down permanently.
-Realized that my body thinks it has its own goal weight and that may be a fact.
-Returned to my normal size of 12 on the bottom, although still larger on top.
-Realized I still have about 20 lbs to go, but am not going to kill myself. This is my own race.
Wishing all a great day.
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NANCY-
1/28/2011 7:46AM
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HAPPY It is nice to take a look and see how much has changed. YOU are Awesome!!! Keep Sparking!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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ALEXSGIRL1
1/27/2011 7:14PM
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you have done well this is one race you will win for sure
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LIBBYFITZ
1/27/2011 6:10PM
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"This is my own race" Well said! 
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JLITT62
1/27/2011 1:02PM
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Those are all such wonderful things! Happy sparkaversary! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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SIMPLELIFE4REAL
1/27/2011 12:13PM
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Those are all very profound lessons. Happy Anniversary.
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NATPLUMMER
1/27/2011 12:07PM
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Excellent!!! Keep up the great work!
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