Processed lifestyle Vs. Natural lifestyle
Monday, January 11th, 2010
Since June of 2009 I have made a concerted effort to change my lifestyle. I quit smoking cigarettes and started to change my diet. Simply put, I stopped eating processed food like Gyro, hot dogs, cold cuts (Sopressata, sausage) pizza, etc. I started to eat natural unprocessed lean proteins like fish (wide variety) and chicken, white meat only. I also increased my vegetable intake and made sure to eat veggies during breakfast (in my eggs), during lunch (on my tuna fish or turkey sandwich), and during dinner with a huge delicious salad.
I also cut egg yolks. For me it made sense since my cholesterol was high and I needed to cut my fat intake. The egg yolk is filled with goodness and also filled with fat and cholesterol. If you are in shape and your cholesterol is low go ahead and eat them. For me, eating one egg yolk with 3 whites for breakfast has done me wonders.
My meals also increased from 2-3 a a day to 4-6 small ones a day. It feals like I am always eating but never stuff my face sort of speak. The majority of my meals do not exceed 350-400 calories. My dinner is double that easily.
Finally, I am more physically active. I go to the gym consistently and play sports at every opportunity. I led a ‘processed’ life for 17+ years and had to make a change. I hope this could help you as well. I’ve shed close to 40 pounds and feel more energetic and more creative then ever.
Good luck and happy new year.