It's Been Awhile

I feel like I haven't posted in ages and since this is fall break I thought I would try to get back into my typical groove pre-teacher. This means I am finally making time for things that I enjoy (i.e. blogging), and I am SO excited. Today, Ryan and I are going to get coffee at Frothy Monkey, heading to the gym, stopping by the juice bar at WFM, doing some much needed yard work, and then going to a little blue grass show at The Barn.

My diet has drastically changed since the end of June, and Ryan's has indirectly done so as well, but after a long conversation last night and a few internet quizzes, Ryan and I have both decided to try to be even better. We are going to do an experiment of sorts (if we can survive each other) an attempt to remove all refined sugars and white carbohydrates from our diets. I want to make sure I am eating the right foods instead of just NOT eating animal products.

It is clearly warned that this diet will starve many of the yeasts that are overgrown in the American body thus causing some irratibility, fatigue, and frustration for the first few weeks until the body gets used to not having the foods that it really does not need. In order to help cleanse we are upping our intake of certains types of foods and herbs. The gist of it is, probiotics, probiotics, vitamins and minerals, and more probiotics. All in order to get RID of the bad bacteria and toxins in our body so that we can feel more balanced, hence, healthier. The pictures below are a few of those things, if you haven't tried any of them, check them out!

I will update on any progress, comments, and such. Hopefully, I can even get Ryan on here to talk about why he is trying to be healthier and how this new cleaner diet is affecting him positively and negatively.

Coconut Milk Kefir --Kale, Lettuces, and Spinach -- Noni Fruit---- Kombucha

We've also been advised to take 1-3 tablespoons of raw Coconut Butter in the morning or before a meal. Neither of us have been able to swallow it yet, but all in due time.