Day 21-Last day (maybe)

So, today was my 21st day on my detox!!!! Tomorrow, I am going to continue with the diet but drink a HUGE tea! I miss iced tea with Stevia!
I feel amazing. I have been EXTREMELY busy so I have not been getting 8hr sleep per night and I am still hanging on.
I have learned to not eat all the time-just when I am hungry.
I have NO dependence on any food and do NOT crave carbs at all!



Total weight lost through detox: 15 lbs

Finish STRONG!!!!!!!!!! Day 20!!!

Tomorrow is my last day of detox. I think I am going to continue the diet part for a few more days. I REALLY REALLY want tea! haha to funny! I want tea of all things. =) Iced tea with Stevia to be exact. Ahhh!
Need to start training for my 8 mile run in October. I ran 4 laps (1/4 mile) non consecutive tonight. Double the amount 2 weeks ago. I need to start running every few days.
I dug out my "skinny clothes" Most can be zipped but are TIGHT. 20 more pounds to reach my goal! =)

weight loss:14lbs

Day 18! Where did all this energy come from???!?!?!

I am getting over my cold! Finally!!!! =) Today was so productive! I cleaned, cooked, worked out, played with the kids, shopped, cooked (more), cleaned (always cleaning), prepared for garage sale, etc and I still have energy! I hope that I keep this up after the detox is over. =)

Weight loss to date:13 lbs

3 more days go to... can't wait to have some ice tea!! =)

Day 17! Only 4 more days.

Today was encouraging! I worked out. Level 1 Jillian Micheal's Shred! I think I like level 2 better. After my work out, I went down stairs and retrieved my box labeled "Melanie's Skinny Clothes" Some of them actually fit! I haven't worn those clothes in 4 years! =) WHoo hoo. I also retrieved my summer clothes. I tried on last year summer's capris... wow, have I lost inches. I need to post pictures. It is very remarkable.

Wight loss to date 13lbs.

Day 16--exercise!!

Today I exercised-just fast paced walking. I am still not feeling 100%. We did plant our garden today! Yay! So excited.
Aside from my cold (or whatever it is), I am feeling great. I get up with energy and start munching my salad! haha. Seriously, I have salad for breakfast.

I am a little worried about what to do when I end the detox. I think I will count every calorie!!! I still have at least 20 lbs to loose! =) I saw my reflection in the mirror today and I still have a double chin! YUCK!

Day 15.....may I have a cracker PLEASE!!!!

Today, I bought the kids some gluten free crackers. They still get some gluten but for the most part, they are also gluten free. I love gluten free crackers... they are so yummy. I miss them! I also miss popcorn. Oh, and to top it off, our local health food store was giving out samples of gluten free food and had coconut ice cream with gave on sale for just over 3.00 a carton. Being the wonderful wife and mother I am, I bought some for my family. I am watching my husband eat the creamy ice cream as I type. Enough about food I can't have!!!
I seriously have a cold or sinus issue. I wanted to exercise today but was running extremely low on motivation and energy. UGHHH!!! I still have 20 lbs to lose! I need to get my bones moving!
Tomorrow will be better.
I am proud to say-I have not deviated from my diet at all. I am feeling wonderful with the exception of this cold.

Weight loss to date: 12 lbs.

Day 14-one more week!

Well, I have a cold or sinus issues or something going on. Strange. I was hoping to exercise today, but it didn't happen! =( Hopefully, tomorrow will be better day.

Weightloss to date: 12 ish lbs

Day 13! Only 8 more days!

I can't believe there are only 8 more days to this detox... time is flying. I do miss the freedom to have a little carbs here and there. 8 more days!!! I haven't lost a lot a weight this week but hopefully, I will lose more next week when I am exercising more.


Total weight loss:12lbs

Day 12: over 1/2 way there!

Yay! I have made it 12 days.. only 9 more to go. I have not been loosing weight like I did the first week. I am a little discouraged but am coming up with a strategy! Here it is: reduce numer of protein drinks to 2 (I was having 3-one with each meal), work out EVERY day (no exceptions), and concentrate on eating more veggies and less fruit.
I can't wait to post pictures! I put on size 10 jeans and they ALMOST fit! Hopefully, in 9 days they will fit!
After the program, I am going to continue eating this way a majority of the time and using protein drinks. I so desire to loose my last 20-25lbs!!!

Weight loss to date:11 lbs.

Day 11-Salmon never tasted so good!

Yay! Happy meat day! whoo hoo. I am no longer a vegetarian. I can eat meat- 3 ounces at a time! Tonight, I had salmon, spaghetti squash, broccoli, and protein shake. Can I just say... YUM! I had a dr apt (chiro apt) and I feel great. Apparently, strenuous exercise is not an issue because I am young and healthy. Jillian Micheal's here we come. =0)

Weight loss: 11lbs

Day 10....last day as a vegetarian!

Yay! Tomorrow I get to add in protein in the form of meat. I never thought I would be so excited to eat meat! I am allowed 2-4 servings of chicken or fish with the majority being fish! I think it is time for variety and with meat I can make a yummy stir-fry to go on top of my 1/2 cup of brown rice. =) Yep, you are only allowed an 1/2 cup of brown rice or 1 cup of lentils. The lentils are preferred.
After feeling wimpy yesterday (after my bike ride) I upped the food intake today-in the form of veggies and fruits of course. I was a little dizzy this AM but now I am feeling much better. I am almost positive I did not eat enough yesterday. I also concentrated on drinking plenty of water today-way more than 64 oz.
I did not work out today but plan to work out tomorrow!
Weight loss to date: over 10lbs.

Day 9... meat please!

Today was pretty hard. I feel GREAT... AMAZING actually! But, I wanted something other than veggies and fruit today. I went on a 13+mile bike ride and I felt wimpy afterwards. I am not used to that feeling. Maybe it was a harder ride than normal-I am not sure. Maybe it was detoxing?? I don't know. However, I can't wait until I eat meat! I don't think I would enjoy being a vegetarian under these restrictions.

2 more days until MEAT!


Weight loss: 10+lbs.

Day 8-10lbs lost!

You read that right! I have lost 10lbs as of this morning! WOW! I feel amazing. Today, I added a new supplement to the regiment as outlined in the detox program and in 3 days I get to start eating lean meats! whoo hoo! My vegetarian days are nearing an end.

I have discovered that I LOVE raw onions in my salad. I didn't think I was a raw onion fan but I love the way they accent a salad. Yummmooo!!!! Oh, and the sweetness in veggies (sweet potatoes, carrots, beets, etc) and fruit is very prominent.

total weight loss: 10lbs (in one week)

Day 7-It has been a week.

Typical Dinner- White carrots, 1/2 sweet potato, beet, asparagus (all steamed to perfection) and a protein drink. White carrots are a new addition to my diet. They are yummy steamed and slightly sweet. The texture is slightly different than orange carrots.

I feel phenomenal. I feel lean and in shape. I did not work out today but I am trying to workout 3-5 times a week.

My clothes are getting loose and I am so excited. I hope to fit in all the clothes in the box marked "Melanie's Skinny clothes" within the next month or so... =)

Weight loss so far: 8+lbs

DAY 6!! Feeling even better.

Today, I feel wonderful. I was extremely busy all day and did not feel sluggish at all. I was full of energy. I went walking/running this evening, so I got my exercise. I add another supplement on Day 8 and I can eat meat on Day 11 so my vegetarian days are coming to an end. =)

Total weight loss to date: 7+lbs.

Day 5-Feeling good!

Today, I was hungrier than I have been and I feel like I was always eating. On day 11 I get to add protein (fish, chicken, etc) so that should help! =) I don't eat a lot at one time and think my stomach has shrunk. I am more focused.
I have more energy today. I went on a walk with the family tonight and hope to add an exercise routine next week (ie, JM Shred).

Weight loss to date: 7lbs

day 4....minor headache!

Day 4.
I had real fleeting cravings today. I craved tortilla chips and cheese on separate occasions. I don't understand tortilla chips but I LOVE cheese.
I exercised today! Whoohoo. It was not the Jillian Micheals Shred workout that I am used to-I just took a walk. The Detox info says not to complete strenuous workouts... but I am contemplating the JM workout on level one! Haha
I do have a minor headache and I am tired so I think I am going to go to bed!

Weight loss 5+ lbs. Not bad for 4 days!

Day 3! ahhh sleep!

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Day 3-Last night I was so tired I fell asleep a little after 9pm. I never go to sleep that early! I slept until nearly 7am. I was exhausted! I am still feeling a little sleepy today but felt energetic most of the day. My headache is almost completely gone. I raked the garden and played outside with the kids! I am hoping to exercise more tomorrow.

My daily menu includes:
Breakfast: Salad, raw veggies, little bit of fruit and protein drink blended with fruit.
AM Snack: I often forget to snack but my grab carrots, broccoli, etc.
Lunch: same as breakfast
PM Snack: same AM snack
Supper: Steamed veggies, fruit, and protein drink blended with fruit.
I was using organic olive oil blended with vinegar and spices as salad dressing but have decided I like avocado and bits of fruit in my salad instead.

I rarely get hungry.
Weight loss to date: 5 1/2 lbs

Day 2!!!

So, update. =) Last night I had a throbbing headache. I decided to tough it out so I grabbed a cold washcloth to put on my head. It helped very little and I tossed and turned all night and slept little. When I woke up, I weighed myself and to my delight, I LOST 4LBS! Yes, 4lbs in one day! Now, back to the headache. I decided I was going to tough it out. I rested before church and it lessened. By the time we got home from church my head was throbbing and company was coming. I took a low dose of ibuprofen. Probably not the smartest move but it was a killer headache! The headache lessened significantly and hasn't returned. I am sluggish and tired today. My body feels leaner-less bloated.
Weird observation today-I don't really get hungry or have cravings. I just feel a pain in my stomach and know I should eat. I don't really think about food... probably because I know I can't have what I really want! Fruit and some veggies taste so sweet. VERY sweet. Yum. I look forward to fruit. I miss my Chi tea.
I figured out I like beets. Not pickled like my mom canned but steamed. YUM! They taste sweet. Also, I made a salad with romaine lettuce, red cabbage, avocado, cantaloupe, tomato, and green onion. Sounds weird but it was so good. =)

Detoxing-1st day!

I am using Standard Process 21 day Detox! Notice all the supplements and protein shakes. I am eating ONLY fruits, vegetables, and protein drink for the fist 7 days. On the 8th day, I will start adding chicken and fish into my diet. I will be eating twice as many fruits as veggies and half of the veggies must be raw. I am not taking the herb that controls carb cravings because I do not eat sugar or gluten.

I am hoping to loose weight as well as detox. I uploaded before pictures and hope to be updating pictures as the detox progresses.

On my first day, I am very sluggish and have a headache. Being the klutz that I am, I hit my head today, so I am not sure if the pain is detox or self inflicted. I did NOT have cravins today! Crazy... sugar free totally rocks!!! I did not exercise today but I will start to add exercise when my energy returns. I am told by the 3rd or 4th day my energy level will soar. My metabolism should be running at an optimal level until I indulge in sugar (won't be this year). I am going to try to update my blog daily. I am so excited and have high expectations for this detox.