GO PACKERS!!!
I have reached a realization. This SPP Cleanse is annoying and ineffective. I am normally a healthy eater with a fully functioning body that cleanses itself. My sugar intake has been reasonable, I haven't been drinking much alcohol, there are no animal products clogging my digestive system, I have no food allergies, so I'm already relatively clean!
Compromise:
Since I already have the supplemental powders and can appreciate the occasional cleanse, I will do a 7-day cleanse every other month or so. I have to admit, my energy levels have been dipping this week and I feel slightly fragile...like I'm not running on all cylinders. I want to feel like my normal healthy strong vegan self! :-) This was my 7th day of this cleanse, so I will proceed with my clean slate to continue eating yummy vegan foods in moderation and enjoying life with my friends!
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (apple, banana, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, spinach, carrot, flaxseed oil)
-fruit samples at farmers markets
-curried vegetables with brown rice
-a lot of guacamole & salsa with celery and rice crackers
-dragonfruit and yuzu
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Day 6 - SPP Cleanse
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| My delicious breakfast! |
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| Dragonfruit from SF Chinatown (Thanks Azeem!) |
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (apple, banana, kiwi, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, spinach, carrot)
-leftover brown rice, green beans, onions
-dragonfruit
-4 baked lentil crisps with salsa
-same smoothie
-curried vegetable soup (eggplant, sweet potato, zucchini, mushrooms, onion, garlic, curry, cinnamon)
Friday, February 4, 2011
Day 5 - SPP Cleanse
My favorite grain is unfortunately not approved for this SPP Cleanse. The horror! Quinoa is barely a grain, however! It is a "pseudocereal" and is actually closely related to the spinach family! (Thanks for the tip, sister!) It's really nutritious, has a slightly nutty flavor, and is easy to cook. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinoa
Cleanse Update:
I am feeling good! Yes, I splurged on that lil cupcake yesterday, but I didn't have any adverse physical reactions, thankfully. That has been the only time I've veered off course. Overall, I feel healthy, in control, and happy! I've lost a couple pounds and feel comfortable and confident in my skin. yay!
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (banana, apple, blueberries, strawberries, carrot, spinach, flaxseed oil)
-brown rice, sauteed kale/onions, salad with guacamole and salsa
-sauteed cabbage & roasted cauliflower
-same smoothie
-3 rice crackers with hot salsa
-apple
Cleanse Update:
I am feeling good! Yes, I splurged on that lil cupcake yesterday, but I didn't have any adverse physical reactions, thankfully. That has been the only time I've veered off course. Overall, I feel healthy, in control, and happy! I've lost a couple pounds and feel comfortable and confident in my skin. yay!
-smoothie (banana, apple, blueberries, strawberries, carrot, spinach, flaxseed oil)
-brown rice, sauteed kale/onions, salad with guacamole and salsa
-sauteed cabbage & roasted cauliflower
-same smoothie
-3 rice crackers with hot salsa
-apple
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Day 4 - SPP Cleanse
Do you think you have what it takes to be a vegan? Vegetarian? Flexitarian?
Vegan: no animal products
Vegetarian: no meat
Flexitarian: mostly plants with the occasional animal product
I dare you to try being Flexitarian! Cutting back on your meat intake is good for your health and the health of the environment. Remember Meatless Mondays? Oprah supports it - check out her Vegan Starter Kit! ;-)
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (apple, banana, strawberries, blueberries, spinach, carrot)
-French lentils, salad with salsa/guacamole
-roasted cauliflower
-3/4 Coldstone birthday cupcake - SO WORTH IT.
-same smoothie
-apple
Vegan: no animal products
Vegetarian: no meat
Flexitarian: mostly plants with the occasional animal product
I dare you to try being Flexitarian! Cutting back on your meat intake is good for your health and the health of the environment. Remember Meatless Mondays? Oprah supports it - check out her Vegan Starter Kit! ;-)
Eating Journal:-smoothie (apple, banana, strawberries, blueberries, spinach, carrot)
-French lentils, salad with salsa/guacamole
-roasted cauliflower
-3/4 Coldstone birthday cupcake - SO WORTH IT.
-same smoothie
-apple
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Day 3 - SPP Cleanse
Angela asked me a great question: What is the best way to prepare vegetables to retain the highest nutrient value? Raw, steamed, sauteed, or roasted?
Answer: Usually, eating raw fruits and vegetables is the best method. ie. smoothies!!
Steaming, sauteés, and microwaving are also great options. Some nutrients like lycopene in tomatoes are more readily absorbed if heated.
Source: Fruit & Veggie Guru
Fun fact: Artichokes retain their nutrient value in all methods of preparation! (source)
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (banana, apple, spinach, carrot, blueberries, strawberries, flaxseed oil)
-nori snack
-roasted veggies (cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, yams, onions) with guacamole and salsa
-brown rice (didn't eat all the rice), black rice, green beans, broccoli, mushroom sushi rolls with wasabi, pickled radishes in sriracha hot sauce
-brown rice and sauteed veggies at Bangkok Bay for Sabrina's bday (I did not eat the tofu pieces.)
Answer: Usually, eating raw fruits and vegetables is the best method. ie. smoothies!!
Steaming, sauteés, and microwaving are also great options. Some nutrients like lycopene in tomatoes are more readily absorbed if heated.
Source: Fruit & Veggie Guru
Fun fact: Artichokes retain their nutrient value in all methods of preparation! (source)
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (banana, apple, spinach, carrot, blueberries, strawberries, flaxseed oil)
-nori snack
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| Lunch #1 - I was starving! |
-brown rice (didn't eat all the rice), black rice, green beans, broccoli, mushroom sushi rolls with wasabi, pickled radishes in sriracha hot sauce
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| Lunch #2 |
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Day 2 - SPP Cleanse
So far so good! I feel healthy and in control. However, I can already see my social calendar dissipating, but I'm trying to appreciate the quiet times. I'm just not as fun during the cleanse.
You want me to meet you for drinks? Sure, I'll have water with lemon.
You want me to join your group for brunch? Sure, I'll have a bowl of fruit.
You're having a Valentine's Day party? Sure, I'll come and bring - guacamole with veggies for dipping.
Let's meet up for dinner after work? Sure, but does the place have brown rice? Were the veggies sauteed in butter? Actually, I really shouldn't since I'm supposed to be drinking a fruit/veggie smoothie for dinner...
See? I'm a hoot! (I hope it's worth it!)
Eating Journal:
-smoothie (apple, carrot, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, spinach, kiwi, flaxseed oil)
-sauteed Brussels sprouts, salad
-braised kale and shallots
-nori snack
-same smoothie
-brown rice with nori strips and wasabi (My energy started crashing around 4p, and my eyelids felt so heavy that I had to make brown rice for some protein.)
You want me to meet you for drinks? Sure, I'll have water with lemon.
You want me to join your group for brunch? Sure, I'll have a bowl of fruit.
You're having a Valentine's Day party? Sure, I'll come and bring - guacamole with veggies for dipping.
Let's meet up for dinner after work? Sure, but does the place have brown rice? Were the veggies sauteed in butter? Actually, I really shouldn't since I'm supposed to be drinking a fruit/veggie smoothie for dinner...
See? I'm a hoot! (I hope it's worth it!)
-smoothie (apple, carrot, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, spinach, kiwi, flaxseed oil)
-sauteed Brussels sprouts, salad
-braised kale and shallots
-nori snack
-same smoothie
-brown rice with nori strips and wasabi (My energy started crashing around 4p, and my eyelids felt so heavy that I had to make brown rice for some protein.)
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