Success Score: 6
Intuitive Meals
I didn’t eat anything substantial until around 1:00pm, when I ate a frozen burrito. I didn’t really want to—it was tortilla, cheese and legumes—but I didn’t have the time to really cook anything before work. I did make a salad loaded with primal goodies, though, which I ate for my “dinner” at work. I also snuck some tiny non-primal indulgences: a few chewy spree, a small cheese & slim-jim package. When I got home, I had a mug of chocolate milk—something I definitely don’t regret—and shared a stir-fry bowl with Ben. I also didn’t drink as much water today as I usually do.
So, I feel like I fell off the wagon a bit. Partially because of my cycle, I think, which definitely knocks my mood down a few notches and likely triggered some emotional eating. My headache is worsening, when it was almost gone yesterday… I’m gassy for the first time since I’ve started eating primal.
Overall, I just feel kind of meh and down. I don’t feel guilty, but I’m not thrilled, either. Oh well; tomorrow is a new day.
Summary
Energy Level: 7 — I’m still pretty high energy, but I’ve also been more irritable lately. I’m not sure if it’s due to a carb flu or the fact that I’m likely PMSing.
Hunger Level: 3 — Up from yesterday, but again—I think my cycle is influencing things today. I still ate a great deal less than I used to, but I didn’t eat as well because I’ve been feeling a little down.
Satisfaction Level: 5 — Not very satisfied. I think it was more mental, though.
Struggles: Nothing really, if I discount that I didn’t do challenges.
Successes: I worked in squats, was on my feet all day and constantly moving. Might not have been on the challenge list for today, but it was primal! I had two meals today and zero snacks. I even resisted my kryptonite: Coca-Cola. I had one sip and actually disliked the taste.