So… This is what they are calling the new “normal”. I simply refuse it! Not in a way that defies reality, but in a way that won’t qualify it as normal. Let’s be truthful, there is nothing very “normal” about the situation most humans are finding themselves in. Self-isolated, confined to being in our homesContinue reading “Nothing Normal About This New Normal”
Author Archives: May B
Hello 2020
It’s a new day, a new month, a new year and a new decade! Wow! And it’s also a repeating numbers year: 2020. It promises to be grand! Alright so I may be a little overly excited about the new year. I know I’m not the only one. Everyone seems to be a little excitedContinue reading “Hello 2020”
4 Weeks In
It’s been four weeks of strict Keto and my body is quickly changing for the better. I am getting used to this new way of eating and to be perfectly honest, it hasn’t been very difficult to stick to it because the food I am eating is actually super delicious. Yes it’s difficult to resistContinue reading “4 Weeks In”
Day 21: 3 Weeks In
Three weeks, come and gone. I have stuck to a strict Keto diet for a full 3 weeks now and I can say that I feel a huge difference in my energy level, in my eating habits and in my alertness. I’m on the ball so to speak. I’ve been learning as I go andContinue reading “Day 21: 3 Weeks In”
Day 20: Family Get Together
It’s the beginning of spring and each year, as a family, we celebrate Norooz. Better known as the Persian new year. Every year, we get together at my aunt’s house for a lunch. We each bring something to eat and have a feast. And I’m not kidding when I say feast. I usually don’t bringContinue reading “Day 20: Family Get Together”
Day 19: What Am I Doing Wrong?
I’m very aware that the first week to ten days, I was losing water weight. A whole 7 lbs the first week and 1 more the second week. So far nothing this week. As a matter of fact, my weight has been fluctuating up and down. Give or take a pound. So what’s wrong? WeightContinue reading “Day 19: What Am I Doing Wrong?”
Day 18: Thank You, But No Thank You
After 17 full days of strict Keto eating, and a body that is consistently in ketosis and in the process of Keto adapting, I was almost completely thrown out of ketosis with one sip of tea today. Bad! A colleague of mine offered me a tea. He brought it to my desk all smiles andContinue reading “Day 18: Thank You, But No Thank You”
Day 17: Craving Something Sweet
You know how it’s nice to have a dessert after a meal. It helps change the taste left in your mouth by the food you just ate. It’s especially helpful when you have had a ton of garlic. Well in recent days, I have been missing that something sweet after dinner. It isn’t always easyContinue reading “Day 17: Craving Something Sweet”
Day 16: Making My Choices for Me
As the days go on, I am realizing that Keto, much like life itself, is about making choices that bring you closer to where you want to be. I want to be healthy, vibrant, energetic, and full of life. These key points as well as many other aspects are what prompted me to dive intoContinue reading “Day 16: Making My Choices for Me”
Day 15: Weigh-In and Measurements
The first two weeks of my journey are behind me. I have followed the rules and I get to reap the benefits. This morning I got on the scale and I grabbed a measuring tape to take my measurements. I was curious about my progress and I’m sure you are too. So here it is:Continue reading “Day 15: Weigh-In and Measurements”
