Well hi there!
Last week ended up being absolutely nutso for me with a lot of work related activity that had me up really early and working long days. I opted to just spend time this weekend chilling out and enjoying myself a bit, but I knew it was time to check in here!
I'm not gonna lie to you - last week it was tough to stay on track. I managed to do it thanks to the advice of some other low-carb and keto gurus. I found Quest bars (can be purchased at GNC and other such nutrition stores) and while they aren't the *best* thing to make a meal out of (real food is always #1) they really helped me get through midweek. I have tried a number of different flavours now and at 20g protein and 4or less net carbs per bar they are definitely a good option. Lots of variety! GNC is also having a Buy 2 Get 1 Free sale on both bars and boxes (through late August I think?) so now is a great time to buy! I am trying to decide if I want to get some boxes or not =)
In any case, things that have happened:
Physically I have been pretty fatigued and battling headaches as well as muscle soreness. In doing research I found out that fatigue and headaches are a sign/sympton of ketosis so I am on the right track... But it's not a fun way to find out you're where you want to be! The muscle soreness is due to my system being flushed out by all the water I am drinking and it was recommended to take a calcium-magnesium-potassium supplement to help replenish. I have a multivitamin that I began taking and I am seeing a difference! It was really painful though - all the muscles in my lower body were screaming. It even hurt to pee! It was CRAZY! But all is well now and I am glad that Google exists!
I am trying to be better prepared this week in regards to my food. We went shopping yesterday and I will be doing a grip of food and meal prep today with my roommate. She is a food prep genius and she also watches her diet, so we have been making things that we can share (as well as some individual stuff). She likes my low carb coconut biscuits too, so that's awesome! I like to make a couple dozen and throw them in the fridge for quick eats.
I found that a lot of the Trader Joe's chicken sausages are low carb and keto friendly - sugar free! They are tasty, though so far my fave is just the standard garlic herb one. It holds up the best to being added to a variety of meals. Also, they cook up quickly and are easy to take on the go! My roommate makes pretty bomb egg cups too, so those are nice to have around.
I am trying to decide if I should go completely dairy free. I've been having 8oz of full fat greek yogurt each day and at first I was thinking it was upsetting my stomach/bowel. However, since adding in the vitamins that has gone away so I'm thinking that was related to needing more nutrients.
I have been walking almost every day and am ready to get back into a more solid workout routine, so that will start in the morning! We are finishing setting up our workout room today and I am looking forward to swinging some weights around.
Last little note: I have found some amazing people to follow on Instagram, Facebook, and in the blogosphere who specialize in low carb and keto. I haven't stepped to making their recipes just yet as many of their recipes are for treats and the like, and I am trying to break the treat habit right now. However, in two more weeks I will be ready to pick up some of the approved sweeteners (stevia, erythritol, etc) and begin trying my hand at some low carb/keto goodies. I am excited especially to use a couple of these recipes: Blondie's Paleo Journey
Have a wonderful week until I talk to you again!
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