Days 12 & 13.

Day 13:

131.6

Weight up today, despite perfectly compliant day yesterday and a lot of exercise. Low and behold, got my period this morning. Never fails, weight creeps up approx 2 lbs with PMS. No problem. It'll be back down in a few days. GOAL: DONT FALL INTO CONTAINER OF CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM. It's a very real, physiological thing. Period = cravings.

Yesterday:

Coconut milk latte
Eggs, ham, zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, olive oil

Meat
Carrots
Olives
Avocado

One hour, hilly walk
20 minute leisurely family walk

Protein shake*:
Protein powder
Big scoop almond butter
1/2 banana
Ice
Water
Touch real coconut milk

Stirfry with pork chops, cabbage, asparagus, olive oil, touch of soy sauce, coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, leeks. salt and pepper

*This was the BEST smoothie EVER. This batch made enough for me, hubby and daughter. We all drank them down with delight. Healthy and amazing. Again, I prefer to eat whole foods, but sometimes you need something quick and easy. I think the protein powder makes a huge difference. We got this at New Seasons after exhaustive research.

My brother is toying with the idea of an insect-based protein powder.  This is a terrible idea and I suggest the veggie-based protein, instead.  For all of the obvious reasons.  I hope you're reading this, SB.

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Day 12:

130.6

Totally compliant day with the exception of chicken-tender (fried) salad for dinner.

50 crunches
3, 1 minute planks
40 push-ups