Just a lil grumpy...

Welp...it's Thursday evening.  That means I have made it 4 WHOLE ENTIRE days without carbohydrates, sugars, fruits, alcohol or dairy (minus cheese).  WOW.  I did not think this was possible.  Each day is getting a little easier and a little easier!  Let's explore a few pros and cons:

PROS: 
- I am eating far fewer calories than normal
- I don't crave sweets after every meal
- I feel more satisfied after each meal since I'm having snacks inbetween
- I found a dessert that is okay for this detox.  (yea, I said it.....desssssertttt)  Recipe below:

"Chocolate Cheesecake Wannabe" (is what I'm calling it)
- 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp (or more in my case) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 packet of sugar substitute (choose whatever carcinogen filled sugar sub)
- dash of cinnamon (optional but tasty) 

Okay, this sound weird but it seriously tastes like chocolate cheesecake- minus all the horrible carbs/sugar/calories!  Put in the fridge and get it super cold. ENJOY!!! 

Well, after a few days of no carbs or sugar- one would think there are a few side effects.  Here are my cons:

CONS:

- I STILL want bread, or sugar or chocolate or whatever the hell your crack is

- lack of energy.  We all know carbs give you energy..and I'm trying to substitute in as many ways as possible. 

- Grumpiness....bitchiness...just being a little snippier in general (or so my coworkers, fiance, and dog say) I mayyyy be just a wee bit quick to get a little bit of angry these days.  But SHEESH I'M HUNGRY OKAY?! =) {humorous sarcasm}

I've actually started trying this new "all natural" energy supplement, FRS.  It's actually pretty cool- you can get a free trial if you go on www.frs.com and just pay shipping and handling.  I really like these energy powders

 This is the 'diet orange' flavor.  Each little packet looks like a 'Crystal Light' packet.  It has ZERO sugar, ZERO carbs, and only 5 calories!  You dissolve it in 8-12oz. of cold water.  It seriously tastes like yummy, pulp-free orange juice.  (I mean, who likes the pulp - serioulsy?) 

Here is what FRS has to say about their 'healthy energy':

"At the core of the patented FRS formula is an antioxidant called Quercetin. Not only does Quercetin support the immune system like other antioxidants, but it’s clinically proven to boost energy. When taken regularly people report increased and sustained energy without the jitteriness of caffeine or other stimulants. Quercetin energy feels different than stimulant energy because Quercetin energy works in a completely different way."- (www.frs.com)

Sounds pretty cool, huh?  In my free shipment I got the healthy energy diet orange powder, 2 flavors of these cool chews, and 2 bottled energy drinks.  I think everything is pretty tasty- just have to look out for the sugar content in the pre-packaged drinks!

Well anywhoo....I think I am well on my way to completing the 7 days of this cleanse {I mean, SB diet phase 1} After these 7 days, I'd like to evaluate my results and maybe try another 7 days? ONly problem....Cinco de Mayo is coming up. =)  We will see....

Until next time..........



I still want bread......

Well, thanks for coming back!  I officially made it ONE WHOLE DAY WITHOUT CARBS OR SUGAR OR FRUIT OR ALCOHOL OR ......well, you get the picture!  =)  I must say...it was quite the feat!  I went to bed quite proud of myself- but hungry and wanting just a huge chunk of bread....

Curious what was on the menu yesterday.....here's a snapshot:

Breakfast:  Egg beaters + turkey bacon....kind boring but not wreched
Snack: pistachios.....eh
Lunch:  turkey roll-ups in bibb lettuce with avacado and tomato with my new favorite salad.....get ready...here it is....

Giada's Pecorino and Edamame Salad...so amazing!!! Here's how you make it: 
- 2 cups of shelled edamame beans (totally buy the frozen ones...much easier!)
- 1 can of canellini beans, drained and rinsed
- crumbles of pecorino romano cheese (my favvvvvvveee)
- thyme/parsely/rosemary- whatever dried herbs you like
- 1 garlic clove minced
- lemon juice, EVOO, Salt & Pepper

SO DELICIOUS!!  And totally acceptable during phase 1 of my 'cleanse' =)  If you have yet to try this recipe, DO IT.  Seriously...what are you waiting for? 

And last but not least, dinner consisted of another one of my favorite recipes from Ina Garten (from The Food Network, Barefoot Contessa)
Asian Grilled Salmon:  here you go, here's the recipe:  http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/asian-grilled-salmon-recipe/index.html#

I'd say after all of that....plus a few spoonfuls of extra crunchy peanut butter...that was a great day!  I managaed to drag myself to aerobics last night, as well.  So, a great Monday for {the future} Mrs. Smith

p.s.-- I got an awesome deal from  FRS, the all natural 'healthy energy' drinks/supplements/chews etc.  Check out their website:  http://www.frs.com/ and they even give away free samples of their product.  All you have to pay is shipping & handling! 

Well...that is all for now!  Time to get back to work.  Thanks again for stopping by...hope you enjoy! 

Hello world....

Welcome to my blog!  I never thought I'd be the kind of belle to write a blog....but here we are!  Before I start ranting- we should get to know eachother a little better. 

I am a true Georgia Peach.  Born and raised in the fabulous state of Georgia.  Yes, 'Georiga on my Mind' does kind of ring in my head while I type this sentence.  I come from a pretty normal family...one brother, a poodle, mom and dad divorced, grew up in a small town...wait, now the lyrics 'Just a small town girl' is ringing through my head....anywho.  I'm now living in Atlanta with my fiance, raising our little furry child (i mean poodle, Marley), planning our wedding, and trying to live a happy healthy life. 

I originally started this blog because today is DAY 1 of my "I need to get heatlhy and detox and get in shape for the wedding diet" Actually...it's just called the South Beach Diet.  I am never one to like diets. They don't work.  I'm more of the school that hard work (in the form of exercising) and eating right should do the trick.  It's not rocket science, afterall......  But since I am getting married in September, and I cant' seem to get away from sugar and carbs in my life...I am starting Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet.  Now....if you don't know me, I'm a huge foodie!  I love to cook, I love to share recipes, and I love to eat! (now, I'm not some 500 lb chick behind a cpu either....I just love to cook!) SO I thought I'd share my thoughts throughout the next 7 days of this detox and see how things work out. 

Here's how this will work:  7 days- no carbs, no sugar, no dairy, no alcohol, and no fruit.  I hope to share my thoughts, recipes, food plans etc. 

Currently--it's mid-morning.  I've already had my carb-free breakfast of egg beaters, turkey bacon, and coffee.  I think it's time for a snack.  Pistachios are on the menu today. 

I think that's all for now....time to get some work done!  Until next time.............