Update on the Journey to Better Health 5-10-2010

I see it has been about six weeks or so since I posted. I weighed and measured this morning for my six-weeks review and found that I had lost 11.4 lbs. and 18 inches in the 5 measuring spots. It's not as much as I would have liked, but there were several "interferences" along the way! First, I reacted really badly to a medication, and it took longer than I expected to get that out of my system. Second, the purpose of changing my eating plan was to build some strength, so I could do the things I had been doing, and finally, as of last week, I was able to walk (rather than ride the elec. carts) in my Kroger, my Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market and in the grocery portion of my Super Target. I was not walking fast, but I did walk at least 30 min. on each of those occasions, pushing a cart. I figure movement is better than none at all!! Third, our women's group from church went on retreat one weekend, with all our meals provided by the campground. Needless to say, I had no control over what was offered, except in portion control, and I will admit that was part of my downfall. I tried not to eat the in-between snacks, although I did have a bite or two from the massive amount of foods there, so in the end, I gained 4 lbs. The good news is that I finally lost the last of it TODAY!!! I could have been further along had I been stronger in my choices, but I'm not going to worry about that now. Since I was unable to take the statin for cholesterol, my Dr. has put me on a niacin, red yeast rice, and 81mg. aspirin regimen. Unfortuately, I took them too late Sat. night, and they made me very nauseous. Last night I took them earlier, and that seemed to help.

Well, I just wanted you to know that I am still alive and kicking, and am anxious to have enough stamina to do all my cooking, but I can see that it will not be a quick journey. I'm taking one day at a time and looking forward to improving daily!! Have a great week, and happy losing.