Back in Business ... A Whole Day and a Half!

Well ladies and gentleman, I am back in business.  OK, that might sound a little strange and possibly inappropriate.  When I say I am back in business, I mean that I am back on track with all I need to be doing. I have been Gluten Free, Dairy Free AND Soda Free for a day and a half now. I know that doesn't seem like much but I am baby stepping my way back into this. Yesterday was a struggle as I found myself and my body cravings things I shouldn't have. The gluten and soda were easy in all honesty, but it was the dairy that I found myself having to find extra strength with. I wanted so badly to have some cheese or some yogurt, but I backed away and remained strong. This morning was a bit easier and by lunch I was selecting things without hesitation. Its only been a day and a half so I expect more struggles and temptations but for now I feel good. It also helps that I tossed out a bunch of stuff that my hubby and the girls wont miss that could potentially be a downfall for me.

Now that I am getting back into the swing of things and feeling pretty good my next step is to start being more conscious of the calories I eat. I totaled up yesterdays in take, and yes that included drinks and condiments, and I did pretty well. A little high for my set goal but not overkill. I have to take one thing at a time and I knew I couldn't sit and count calories while still trying to learn to eat so that I don't end up sick. Once I can get into for a week, then I can move to the next step. As I have said before, I am one of those people that if I get too overwhelmed it all just falls apart. Being able to admit that fact is an excellent step too. Being healthy isn't just about the physical, its about the mental as well.