Yesterday we all decided to write down what we eat, as the experts agree this is the only way to really keep track of what we are doing. I decided that I would not change my eating habits today but would eat whatever I felt like eating, just keep track of it, just to see what I need to change...
You know where this is headed, right? Breakfast was good...2 scrambled eggs, fresh tomato slices, and a cup of coffee (sweetened and milked...ah, generously). Lunch was okay, and then the rest of the day was a total loss...well, actually, I'm sure it was a gain, if you know what I mean!
Today was definitely an object lesson for me. I am getting out a fresh notebook (don't you just love writing on that first clean sheet??) and starting a serious diary of my eating habits. I have done well with this method before, but after a few days I seem to get lazy or think I have it all in hand or something, and then before I know it, I have lost all track of what goes into my mouth. I've decided that what I need most is a good dose of self-control!
How about the rest of you?
Wednesday, 9 July 2008
Writing it all down...
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Goodness - it's a long calorie-laden list of what it took to get me through the past 2 days. Like you, Jeanette, I decided not to change my eating habits, so that I get a true picture of what I eat and when. I will keep this up for a while longer so taht I have a list that is representative of at least a week in my life (including weekend days), and then make a decision on where I can take that first step.
Good idea, Pat. I had not thought of such a thorough assessment, but I think that is a good approach, and I will do the same. I'm hoping that doing this will also heighten my awareness of what my habits really are.
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