Day 12

Got up this morning and did my hour of exercise: 15 minute walk for Maggie, 6 miles on recumbent bike, 2 sets of 16 reps of 6 different arm and chest exercises with 8-10 lb. weights, 2 sets of 20 leglifts and legswings for abs, and 10 minutes of stretching. I can see my arms gaining definition back after the Holiday slacking.

Breakfast: Protein drink with blackberries and parsley. Added nutritional yeast

Lunch: Last of the Sweet Potato Chipotle Soup (boy was that good!), salad and avocado

Dinner: Last of the Braised Lentils and Roasted Squash, last of the carrot slaw

Snack: 1 corn tortilla with shredded almond cheese, broiled until crisp and roasted tomato salsa

Other snack: almonds and pecans

Other snack: Rice-adzuki bean chips

Lots of green tea, roasted dandelion root tea and milk thistle tea (for liver rejuvenation)

As you can see, the snacking gets a bit out of control at times. Nevertheless, I believe I have lost another pound, only 2 in 12 days but still not bad considering.

Day 13

Flaked on the walk this morning due to rain. Went on a quick 15 min. walk for dog's sake

Breakfast: Protein Drink with strawberries and spinach

Lunch: Polenta rounds sauteed in Earth Balance margarine on a bed of organic pea shoots with olive oil and basalmic dressing (already prepared polenta bought at TJ's)

Snack: Bowl of fresh pineapple, nuts, chips and lots of tea.

The cold is finally on its last legs. I feel very energetic and as long as I am eating tasty things, don't miss anything. I think I'm off coffee for good except for occasional times with friends. My teeth are whiter, my energy more even and my heart more regular. I also think I will cook vegetarian at least 2-3 times a week. I feel lighter, healthier and it's easier.