I’ve had a headache since last Wednesday, and it’s all my fault. I haven’t had a consistent run of headaches like this since I was pregnant. The brief respite was wonderful and due to eating a predominately raw diet (lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, salads, etc.). I discovered my body functions best on whole, unprocessed foods, and really the results were miraculous. On top of living headache free, my stomach pains and heartburn disappeared and I lost 12 pounds in a matter of 3 weeks. Amazing!
So why did I stop? Several reasons. The primary reason is financial. Why does 1lb of raw macadamia nuts cost $12? That’s a rhetorical question. I know why it costs so much, but it doesn’t stop the sting of injustice when that 1lb of nuts lasts me a couple of days. Meanwhile, over on aisle 10 I can take my $12 and buy 7 packs of 5 Shrek-shaped Macaroni & Cheese. That’s 35 boxes, people. 35! I could eat Macaroni & Cheese exclusively in December and still have enough to carry me into the middle of January. Eating healthy is expensive, and this year we had several thousand dollars worth of medical expenses that forced me to modify our food budget. Yes, I’m bitter.
The second reason is that I am a variety kind of gal, and while I love salads, they wear thin after a couple of months. There are loads and loads of delicious raw recipes out there, and that would certainly remove the monotony of the diet, but I just can’t seem to find the time to make anything. Now I’m just whining.
The last excuse reason I’m not currently following my diet is the weather. Salads, fruits, smoothies, and the like are a blessed relief in the summer. Now that it’s cold, though, I find myself craving something warm and cozy.
I can’t help but look over my list and think these are some pretty lame excuses for not following a diet that makes me feel so healthy. The money one is pretty valid, but I can just skip the nuts for the time being. Headaches? Heartburn? Lethargy? Stomachaches? I don’t get it. What am I doing?
Surely I’m not the only one who defies logic by eating or doing things they shouldn’t?
The Mickeys were a gift from Mikey. (In case you were wondering about the Mickey Love picture above) Yesterday I spent the afternoon on the couch in agony. I pretty much let Mikey run amok and put Nico in his jumper so he was at least contained and safe from any choking hazards Mikey may have left on the ground. I must have looked pretty bad, because Mikey came up to me with his beloved Mickey crew and said, “Here, Mama. This will make you feel better.” He was right, it did.
Ok – In the millions of years that we have been friends the answer to my question “How are you today” is no longer a surprise when you say “I have a migraine”. I should be more sympathetic- I will try and make a conscious effort.
As far as eating healthy goes, long gone are the days of eating pancakes and french fries at 2:00 PM let alone 2:00 AM. I’m wanting to try the raw food diet and once I get *somewhat* settled from moving I hope to give it the old college try.
BTW – I’m making homemade salsa as presents this year. Do you have a good salsa recipe? Let me know.
Lastly, little man giving you the Mickey’s was adorable. What a super sweet and senstive guy.
Chat soon and I really hope you are feeling better.
XOXO – Kara
“May God grant you many years to live, For sure He must be knowing The earth has angels all too few And heaven is overflowing.”
-Irish blessing
Oh, poo on migraines! That stinks. I hear ya on the healthy eating. I don’t know how people do it. I’m so used to eating fast food for lunch. The other day I got so sick from some McNuggets, so I’m been avoiding all fast food. Well, now I don’t know what to eat! It’s like I’m hopeless!
Well, I hope you are feeling better after all the Mickey-treatment you had yesterday!
Thanks girls!
Kara–I don’t have a salsa recipe, but the best I’ve ever had was regular homemade salsa with large chuck of avocado in it. Hmmm..the avocado wouldn’t keep, though. Well, I guess just try foodnetwork (if you haven’t been there already!)??
Melissa–I told myself we would not eat out this week and I have been cooking and eating lunch at the house since Sunday! I love McNuggets, too. I can’t believe I love them, either. I mean, really, are they even made with chicken?
I noticed too that my migraines decreased when I cut out processed foods and anything with msg. I also take preventative medication or I’d have them most of every month. I had a great dr. in San Bernardino for my headaches if you want his name. Just email me.
I may have to email you! The only reason why I haven’t been to a doctor recently is because I don’t want to rely on medication in place of changes in my diet. I’m afraid that if I have the medication I’ll be lazy when it comes to what I eat. KWIM? I need to get to a place where eating healthy is second nature. Damn you, French fries!