It’s one of those damned if you do, damned if you don’t things. Around the first of May I began to eat Paleo. I’m sticking to it fairly well, making very little exceptions. My intentions were to eat clean and try to get rid of as much inflammation as possible, the 15 lbs. weightloss has just been a bonus. 

I’ve been a yo-yo dieter my entire adult life. This time has been different though. Instead of looking at it as a diet, it’s a lifestyle change. Also, I don’t feel like I’m depriving myself of anything. I’m not counting calories, I’m looking at labels. I’m aware of what I’m eating, and where it comes from. It’s been super easy for me. I don’t miss my old life style at all. I think the main difference this time is that when I eat, I think about how the good is going to make me feel. I know processed food makes me lethargic. Usually, at about the two week mark of a diet, I justify cheating on it. “Oh, I’ve been so good. This bread won’t matter.”  Then, I’m back to my old ways. This time, I don’t want to feel crappy, so I just don’t eat bread. I’ve cut out dairy, grains, and most carbs. 

My taster has changes as well. I never liked dark chocolate before, and now I find it delightful. I eat a lot of veggies and fruits now too. 

I also always thought eating clean would be very expensive. It’s not. I’m finding we spending less on food. 

So back to my damned if I do, damned if I don’t; I am in love with spinach salads all of a sudden. I actually look forward to eating them. My problem is that I think they cause horrible gas. My poor tummy. Just when I find myself eating right and feeling better, I dealing with this embarrassing side effect! Oh well, I can always blame it on the dog.