apologies
I am so sorry that I have not been active in a while. In addition to having degenerative disc disease and herniated discs in my spine which cause severe pain, I have also been dealing with some pretty awful intestinal issues as well. Some days have been so bad that I didn't even log anything on MFP because I didn't meet my caloric or nutrients daily allowance. There were also a few days that I couldn't even do my water fitness classes. It all started when I ate a breakfast burrito with green Chile and I neglected to remember that green Chile is in season here in NM so the Chile is hotter than usual. I even had to go the ER! Turns out that the green Chile didn't start the problems, but just exacerbated an already existing problem. I guess I should be thankful that I ate the green Chile lol. Funny thing is that I am born and raised here in NM so Chile is pretty much a staple food for us so you would think that my body would be use to it. I am white through and through LOL! Makes me sad because I love the taste! I guess I'll just have to order things that either have completely mild heat, or any heat at all, or order the Chile on the side. The ER doctor did tell me to stop eating spicy food at all for a while. 😪 In any case, I will be more active in this group from now on!