Oh boy!! It's 2014 and I am stoked about the future! 2013 was a rollercoaster ride with amazing ups and horrifying downs. I can't say that I wasn't ready for it to end but more importantly I am ready to start the new year on a great note. I'm stacked with optimism for what's to come for my team, and my family. I am wishing you all positive blessings and prosperity for you and yours!! Now let's get this show started.
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| Homemade ceviche! Delicious!! |
I have heard an overwhelming amount of people talking about their diets in and out of the gym and I am surprised that there are so many nutritionists and dieticians out there. I mean having a conversation about what someone is putting in their body can range from absolutely disgusting to way over the top excessive. I'm doing the "Paleo" diet, I'm a "Vegan", I'm a "Vegetarian", I do only "Organic", dairy, no-dairy..gluten, no gluten. It goes on and on. Then there's the, "I don't eat meat but I do eat dairy", or the "but it's the holidays" people. How do you know what to eat? The honest truth is if you're really concerned about your food intake or you're worried about a specific medical condition, you should seek out a professional. What I believe is best for the large majority of people is to become educated about the food you're putting in your body. The more knowledge you have about it, the better choices you can make. Read a label once in a while, you might be surprised. Find out about ingredients that aren't just bad for you specifically but bad for the human body period. High fructose corn syrup, MSG, Trans fat...etc Do your best to eat clean(meaning not processed) and lean(meaning less fat). Eat more fruits and vegetables try to eat less fried foods. This isn't rocket science, but it does require a bit of discipline and will. You basically have to figure out how you want to feel, look, and what it's worth to you.
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| Sauteed mussels, shrimp,and fish! |
Keep in mind this isn't coming from the best eater in the world. I have a severe case of the sweet tooth..lol. However, my diet has gotten so much better over the last couple of years. Last year I switched from using sugar in my coffee to now Stevia. It took a while but I think I found something I like the taste of. When I made that switch I could see changes in my body within a month. I trimmed quite a bit of fat just from taking sugar out of my coffee.
This year I am planning on tightening up my eating habits a little more. I think ultimately we all just want to feel healthier and one of the best ways to do it is by eating a better diet, not going on one but changing your lifestyle. Diets are temporary. I encouraging all of you to do your due diligence on what you're eating and let me know what you decide to change and how it's affecting you. I'm interested to know.
