For 3 days straight I resisted temptation and ate mostly Primal meals. Granted, I've eaten out a lot this week (shh! don't tell my doctor), but that's been more to laziness and poor planning than anything. But I was making my meals as Primal/Paleo as I could. I was feeling pretty good about myself. Had lots of energy and felt really focused.
Yesterday...it all came crashing down!
We had an ice cream social at work...I know, I know! I shouldn't succumb to that temptation because of the milk allergy (which, if you haven't figured this out by now, only causes internal inflammation and not an anaphylactic reaction with me). But the opportunity to be social was too tempting to pass up. And it got me away from my desk for a few minutes.
That wouldn't have been so bad, but when I got home, I washed what few dishes were left over from breakfast (note to self, make it a habit to do the dishes as soon as I finish eating). The kitchen was nice and clean...and I couldn't bear the thought of messing it up! I just didn't feel like cooking (which is a clear sign that something is wrong with me).
I broke down and asked my husband to bring home pizza. I also asked him to bring home wings, since they're not breaded. I tried to be good!
He brought home pizza...and cheese sticks...and the wings. And I ate a little of all of it. I knew I shouldn't have, but I couldn't seem to stop myself from the self-destruction. By the end of the evening, I was exhausted...and feeling a little sick. Why, why, why do I do this to myself?!!
Today wasn't better. I started off well. Ate the leftover wings. Probably not the healthiest of choices, since they were drowning in barbecue sauce, but it could have been worse. Then lunch rolled around, and I found myself eating a Taco Bell chicken quesadilla and taco (granted, the taco was fresco, but still...corn, anyone?). Now I sit here, fighting sleep (which I haven't done in the afternoon in a very long time) while my body asks me "What WERE you thinking?!!" in a Molly Weasley-like voice.
I now realize why I've been feeling tired, run-down, swollen, constantly hungry, and a little sick. Too much:
- Dairy
- Sugar
- Grain (wheat in particular)
I hate roller coasters, by the way!
Seriously, spin me around all day long, and I'm fine. But don't take me up to a great height, then drop me quickly. I don't enjoy it. That's why I avoid theme park roller coasters.
I don't enjoy the sugar roller coaster, either. These last couple of days are a reminder of why I went Primal/Paleo in the first place. I don't like feeling this way.
We're cooking at home tonight. I know top sirloin is on the menu. Maybe we'll roast the rest of that cauliflower and saute some greens, as well?
What are you having for dinner tonight?
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