February 26, 2010 Paying the Price
February 26, 2010
Paying the Price
Year Three
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Philippians 4:13
HEALTHY AND THIN IN 2010
I hope everyone is enjoying the winter weather as much as I am. I love the snow. I know all the negatives-not working, can’t drive in it, kids out of school, cost to the city, etc.etc.etc. But I love it!!!!
Well, this week I battle with what to write about. It is weigh in week for one thing. I GAINED AGAIN!! I am at a loss as to what is going on. Ya’ll pray for me that I do not get discouraged!!!!. I am back on track and have made several changes. For one thing I am off coffee. I drank way too much coffee in a day. Decaf or not, the creamer and Splenda, was out of hand!!!. I am also off artificial sweeteners. I honestly believe I was becoming dependant on the stuff!! Like an addict!!!
I now use honey and only honey. I was going to try the Agave sweetener until I read about it on the internet. Anyway I am using honey and I have found some that is from Asheville. This summer I will be scanning the Farmer’s Market for some local honey. I feel good watching my sugar but I was substituting too much artificial sweetener in my daily diet to make up for the cutting back on sugar. Isn’t it awful how devious we can be? Sacrifice one bad habit and abuse the habit that takes the bad habits place. Do you do that???? I will let you know how the honey does regarding my blood sugar readings. So far so good!
My Momma always said “you play, you pay.” That is what I have realized this week. I got some upsetting and eye-opening news. I realized that I am paying the price for my indulgences. As most of you know I really wallowed in sorrow after my Daddy died and comforted myself with food, food, food!! Now I did not stop going to the gym, I continue my cardio and workouts but I did try to eat away my sorrow. (I am better now) Well I am paying for this indulgence. I recently application for insurance, something I have not done in over 40 years due to my weight and health issues. Well I applied and was approved!! I had blood work done for the insurance exam and I got the results this week. My A1C had increased from 5.8 to 6.3! UGH!!! My cholesterol increased about 40 points and my triglycerides are up. WHAT A WAKE UP CALL!! I AM NOT going back on meds!! So I am determined to get myself back in line. This goes to show you that it is not just exercise and it is not just what we eat that makes or breaks our health. Both are important and go hand in hand!
This just reinforces the fact that I have to watch every bite I put in my mouth. This must be a life change and not just a diet or a program I am on. This is my life I am messing with! There is absolutely no “just a bite” or “just a little” for me. I have to be ever vigilant. I cannot eat to keep from hurting someone’s feelings or just because it was made for me. When it comes to my health, eating and exercise I must put myself first!!!!!
I sure hope that these outpourings of my personal life are helping someone out there. I need to know that I am not the only one who experiences these highs and lows. So drop me an email to healthierfaith@yahoo.com and let me know that you have the same ups and downs or that just maybe something I say helps you through your day. Love ya, Faith
Paying the Price
Year Three
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Philippians 4:13
HEALTHY AND THIN IN 2010
I hope everyone is enjoying the winter weather as much as I am. I love the snow. I know all the negatives-not working, can’t drive in it, kids out of school, cost to the city, etc.etc.etc. But I love it!!!!
Well, this week I battle with what to write about. It is weigh in week for one thing. I GAINED AGAIN!! I am at a loss as to what is going on. Ya’ll pray for me that I do not get discouraged!!!!. I am back on track and have made several changes. For one thing I am off coffee. I drank way too much coffee in a day. Decaf or not, the creamer and Splenda, was out of hand!!!. I am also off artificial sweeteners. I honestly believe I was becoming dependant on the stuff!! Like an addict!!!
I now use honey and only honey. I was going to try the Agave sweetener until I read about it on the internet. Anyway I am using honey and I have found some that is from Asheville. This summer I will be scanning the Farmer’s Market for some local honey. I feel good watching my sugar but I was substituting too much artificial sweetener in my daily diet to make up for the cutting back on sugar. Isn’t it awful how devious we can be? Sacrifice one bad habit and abuse the habit that takes the bad habits place. Do you do that???? I will let you know how the honey does regarding my blood sugar readings. So far so good!
My Momma always said “you play, you pay.” That is what I have realized this week. I got some upsetting and eye-opening news. I realized that I am paying the price for my indulgences. As most of you know I really wallowed in sorrow after my Daddy died and comforted myself with food, food, food!! Now I did not stop going to the gym, I continue my cardio and workouts but I did try to eat away my sorrow. (I am better now) Well I am paying for this indulgence. I recently application for insurance, something I have not done in over 40 years due to my weight and health issues. Well I applied and was approved!! I had blood work done for the insurance exam and I got the results this week. My A1C had increased from 5.8 to 6.3! UGH!!! My cholesterol increased about 40 points and my triglycerides are up. WHAT A WAKE UP CALL!! I AM NOT going back on meds!! So I am determined to get myself back in line. This goes to show you that it is not just exercise and it is not just what we eat that makes or breaks our health. Both are important and go hand in hand!
This just reinforces the fact that I have to watch every bite I put in my mouth. This must be a life change and not just a diet or a program I am on. This is my life I am messing with! There is absolutely no “just a bite” or “just a little” for me. I have to be ever vigilant. I cannot eat to keep from hurting someone’s feelings or just because it was made for me. When it comes to my health, eating and exercise I must put myself first!!!!!
I sure hope that these outpourings of my personal life are helping someone out there. I need to know that I am not the only one who experiences these highs and lows. So drop me an email to healthierfaith@yahoo.com and let me know that you have the same ups and downs or that just maybe something I say helps you through your day. Love ya, Faith
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