Yesterday was the wedding of my Dad-in-Law and his new Wife. They had a sweet short ceremony with family and friends, followed by a catered dinner buffet. It was lovely.
I had worried all day about eating healthy, but turns out I really didn't need to worry. I had forgotten to drink my Shakeology before we left to get all the food, so I had my daughter bring it to the wedding. . .
And I was struck with an extremely odd dilemma...
I had all this healthy food in front of me. . .
I had planned for the healthy food . . .
I didn't want the healthy food. . .
I WANTED the Shakeology!
Who gives up a roast beef dinner for a protein drink? Really?
Turns out yes, really.
I ended up throwing away most of my dinner, and I drank the Shakeology instead. And I was perfectly satisfied.
I. Did. Not. Expect. That. !.
I wish I could explain what happened, but this is all new to me also. I CAN share what Shakeology is though. And maybe that will explain what is going on.
- BeachBody refuses to use artificial sweeteners (Which is great as I am refusing to eat them anymore. I only eat natural sweeteners ie; honey, agave, etc)
- It's identified as a "Superfood" that is Nutrient Dense.
- It's loaded with Premium Protein and Amino Acids that help build lean muscle and reduce cravings. (I have NOT craved Diet Coke for a week since I started Shakeology. . . if that says anything)
- It's got Antioxidants and Super-fruits that help fight free radicals and support your Immune System. Free radicals are one element that encourages cancer in bodies. (The immune system protection was why I was willing to finally give it a chance!)
- Phytonutrients and Super-Greens are also in it. They support health and vitality.
- Adaptogen Herbs that help body adapt and respond to the effects of Stress in your life.
- Shakeology has Probiotics, Prebiotics and Fiber that support the gut, help with regularity and healthy digestion. (I do NOT have a large intestine, so "regularity" is not a problem for me. But what I've found is that I am not as "loose" as I used to be! It's helping MY gut too! Yay!)
- It has digestive Enzymes that help with nutrient absorption (which is HUGE for me and others with IBS, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns, are Underweight, have had Gastric Bypass surgery, etc. This is another reason why I am giving Shakeology a chance. Nutrient absorption is huge with me. I am somewhat malnourished because of my J-pouch. Seems like the only "nutrient" that doesn't have a problem getting through is fat. )
- And Shakeology has Vitamins and Minerals that support Key body functions.
As I type this list I think I can see WHY my body craved the Shakeology over the salad and meat. . . It's because I can DIGEST and ABSORB it! Interesting....
So this is a report to myself, and an accounting to you my readers, and also information for those seeking a healthier lifestyle.
I survived the wedding. I ate healthy. And I found out a little bit more about myself.
As I contemplated if I should write this on my Sabbath, I decided that this WAS appropriate. I believe that God has given us our bodies to take care of. We only get one of them and we don't get to trade them. We get them with all their glory, and all their problems.
Our bodies teach us a lot if you really think about it. And no one is going to take care of them for us! WE have to make that CHOICE whether or not we are going to treat them as the temples we are told they are. Even if.
I have a picture hanging in my home that I love. It says:
Sometimes we get to have the healthy bodies from the start, and we get to keep them through out our lives.
And Sometimes we have bodies that aren't so healthy, or that have become unhealthy, either by our own choice or by accident, and we have to live in them.
For me, the storm is raging. And for me, I choose to let God calm me and protect me. I have done everything I could for my sick body. I have tried to keep healthy, but found that I was starting to drown in the sea.
Beach body and Shakeology are my lifevest, put in my life at a time, I believe by God - through friends - that is giving me a chance to save the health that I have left.
I can say that I am glad I started this journey. I feel stronger than I did a week ago. I am 3 pounds lighter than I was a week ago. I feel more energized than I was a week ago. I can say that something is happening here. It will be interesting to see if it lasts long term. I hope that it does.
If you would like more information you can comment below. I hope that you all have a wonderful day, and know that someone cares enough to write this blog so that you can maybe find your way to a healthier YOU! I am not doing this to sell product. I am doing this because I know how much people can hurt. How much they can feel helpless and alone and not know where to turn for help when they have tried everything they can to feel better. I am hoping that you can follow my journey and perhaps better yours as well.
I'd like to hear from you if you'd care to comment on your own journey!
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