Eat Clean Diet, what did it do for you?
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bump! I definitely need to look into all of the info everyone provided!0
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I followed a 99% raw food diet (used some dried spices and soy sauce, so I can't truly say 100%) for about 6 months. That would be an extreme form of clean eating. I have never felt better. I was full of energy, joy, peace. I was far more social than usual and always wanted to be doing something. I don't think I bothered much with the TV or computer at all, except to find more recipes to try. My creativity soared and everything was just easy and great. Unfortunately I was put into a situation where I had to move in a hurry and spent the next year essentially in poverty. Between my work schedule and having extremely limited grocery money, I slipped back into "dirty eating". I don't think 100% raw is sustainable for me in the long term, but I do try to follow a clean vegetarian diet as much as possible and can say I see a HUGE difference in myself, mentally and physically, when I veer from this plan.0
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My eating cleaned up naturally as I got more serious about nutrition. I still have treats now and then and protein powder every day.
Switching to six small meals a day really helps me avoid food coma and bloating from over eating. I feel generally healthy and never gross or heavy from my food. That part is great.
Its a lot of work to cook at home and prepare for entire days though. I'm also still working on the best macro nutrient ratio for me. So far 40c/40p/20f made me feel quite sick and the change to 40c/30p/30f has been working well.
My favorite snacks:
sweet potatoes
eggs
plain yogurt
almonds
prunes
chicken breast
tuna with mustard
fruits, especially apples and bananas but whatever is in season.
Tofu
My regularly made meals:
oatmeal with blueberries, almonds, and cinnamon
Pea soup with chicken breast
protein pancakes made from protein powder
scrambled eggs with chicken and a little pasta sauce or salsa
bean mashes
all veggie soups0 -
It did wonders!!! I am still incorporating her principles into my living!!!0
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More energy, not pooing as much :blushing: you dont feel bloated...
Ohmy! So, I've been trying to stay away from processed foods as much as possible and have noticed a decrease in pooing as well. I thought something might be wrong with me. Guess not0 -
I am trying to get back into eating clean. I didn't use the book or any specific diet. I actually subscribed to Clean Eating Mag and it has TONS of yummy recipes! There are also some on the website...
http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/
When I did 'eat clean' I felt less bloated, my skin looked better, in general I just felt good about myself and the things I was eating...! I went wrong by being too restrictive, I think, so this time I am allowing myself more flexibility, while still trying to eat natural, whole foods..:flowerforyou: Best of Luck!0 -
You guys are awesome, thank you so much! This makes me feel a lot better about incorporating as much of the clean eating ideals as I can into my everyday life. I'm not interested in completely restricting myself from everything, because like others have said, it can make cravings and staying on track difficult. I will look into this magazine, too!
All the snack/meal ideas are super helpful, thanks so much!0 -
You guys are awesome, thank you so much! This makes me feel a lot better about incorporating as much of the clean eating ideals as I can into my everyday life. I'm not interested in completely restricting myself from everything, because like others have said, it can make cravings and staying on track difficult. I will look into this magazine, too!
All the snack/meal ideas are super helpful, thanks so much!
I just checked out the website and they are offering a promotion where you get two free issues... I don't think you have to commit to anything beyond that either... may be worth a shot if you are interested! Also they have weekly meal plans, and shopping lists if you need a jump start. <-- I found these hard to follow, not because of the meals, just b/c I don't do that well planning meals... it is great for ideas though (what a balanced day / meal looks like)0
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