I feel like I should be typing... hi, my name is Lori and I'm a food addict. I have been sober for 97 days.
97 days of changed eating habits. For me, that feels like a lifetime. This morning for breakfast, I ate two fried eggs and roasted sweet potatoes. 98 days ago, I ate chocolate covered donuts for breakfast and drank a mcdonalds sweet tea. This truly feels like I've experienced a life change. Have I had cheat meals? Yes. Absolutely. Have I eaten processed foods? Yes I have. But everything has been in moderation. And it's been small portions.
I've lost a grand total of 15 pounds but it's come off slowly and in a healthy way. I'm exercising regularly and can now run for an hour at a time. My skinny clothes are getting too big for me now.
And I feel really great. For the most part, I'm sleeping better at night. My acid reflux is better controlled. My moods are more stable (and when I have a day when I'm irritable, I just go for a run).
This has not been easy. I still crave junk every now and then. I'm still craving a homemade strawberry pie and I totally intend to make it and eat it when I hit my ultimate goal. I haven't had a sweet tea in 97 days and that alone deserves a prize in my opinion 😂 I dread my workouts still most days, but once it's over, I'm always glad I did it and finished.
I'm learning how rewarding taking care of your body can be. Basically, what I'm saying, is if I can do this, anyone can. It's never too late to make changes. And if you have a day where you fall off the wagon, it's truly ok. Because tomorrow is a new day and you get to start over again.
Next Wednesday I have a physical scheduled with blood work being done. I cannot wait to see if my blood work has improved since last year at this time. I will update once I get the results.
