So I think I'm going to start writing more about how I deal with my PCOS. I'm at a point in my life where I've decided to make personal changes in order to combat it and just deal with it. So I guess I'm gonna start a sort of "PCOS diaries" type of thing! Hee hee!
I'm still in Spain and I've got about a month left. So I'm gonna take advantage of being gone from friends and family to really reinvent myself. I decided to cut out soda (probably my biggest weakness) from my diet for at least this month and see how that goes. This includes diet soda because in the end you mess up your body from all of the chemicals in it, you know? This all might change in El Salvador, where soda's not only cheaper than bottled water but cleaner than tap water. But that's another story, and I've got over a month and a half before that!
So today I woke up at noon, which is progress for me! I probably have the WORST sleeping schedule on the planet. I really need to work on at least getting 7 hours of sleep every night, and actually getting a sleeping routine down. Getting a good night's sleep will not only help me lose weight but also help me feel better and have lots of natural energy throughout the day. So that's definitely a work in progress right now :)
I've been sticking to eating lots of veggies lately. I cooked one cup of rice with onion and peas, which makes about four servings. I roasted zucchini, carrots and one large red potato which also makes about four servings, and made some baked spinach (three servings). I'm planning on having a salad for dinner today, which will probably consist of romaine lettuce, red bell peppers, caramelized onions, cheese, broccoli and a lemon vinaigrette. Also making sure to drink lots of water by keeping a reusable bottle filled in my bedroom, either on my nightstand or my desk.
I'm still eating lots of yummy fruit and good whole grains, of course! Drinking milk, eating cheese and yogurt, just trying to keep everything in balance for once, along with portion control (another battle, but I'm getting there!). I'm working my way to working out everyday for at least 30 minutes (might try to go up to 1 hour), and as soon as it stops raining I'll probably give morning runs a try. Definitely trying my hardest to make changes in my life!
I've also noticed some changes in my symptoms: my hair is becoming really, but REALLY curly and my appetite is changing again. I'm looking at appetite loss, which to me is a good thing because then I can control when and what I eat. It's like my body is telling me to just feed it when it's necessary. I'm also doing really good with snacking (my BIGGEST weakness), and eating good things whenever I feel hungry like an apple or some whole grain cookies and a piece of dark chocolate.
I'm going to go grocery shopping soon, but it will be a small trip because I've still got nice and healthy fresh foods in my fridge. I'm looking at possibly buying some water-packed tuna and chicken because I need some protein in my life. But all in all I'm feeling really good about myself. Hoping and praying that this positive attitude and longing last a long time. Take that ovaries!
I'm still in Spain and I've got about a month left. So I'm gonna take advantage of being gone from friends and family to really reinvent myself. I decided to cut out soda (probably my biggest weakness) from my diet for at least this month and see how that goes. This includes diet soda because in the end you mess up your body from all of the chemicals in it, you know? This all might change in El Salvador, where soda's not only cheaper than bottled water but cleaner than tap water. But that's another story, and I've got over a month and a half before that!
So today I woke up at noon, which is progress for me! I probably have the WORST sleeping schedule on the planet. I really need to work on at least getting 7 hours of sleep every night, and actually getting a sleeping routine down. Getting a good night's sleep will not only help me lose weight but also help me feel better and have lots of natural energy throughout the day. So that's definitely a work in progress right now :)
I've been sticking to eating lots of veggies lately. I cooked one cup of rice with onion and peas, which makes about four servings. I roasted zucchini, carrots and one large red potato which also makes about four servings, and made some baked spinach (three servings). I'm planning on having a salad for dinner today, which will probably consist of romaine lettuce, red bell peppers, caramelized onions, cheese, broccoli and a lemon vinaigrette. Also making sure to drink lots of water by keeping a reusable bottle filled in my bedroom, either on my nightstand or my desk.
I'm still eating lots of yummy fruit and good whole grains, of course! Drinking milk, eating cheese and yogurt, just trying to keep everything in balance for once, along with portion control (another battle, but I'm getting there!). I'm working my way to working out everyday for at least 30 minutes (might try to go up to 1 hour), and as soon as it stops raining I'll probably give morning runs a try. Definitely trying my hardest to make changes in my life!
I've also noticed some changes in my symptoms: my hair is becoming really, but REALLY curly and my appetite is changing again. I'm looking at appetite loss, which to me is a good thing because then I can control when and what I eat. It's like my body is telling me to just feed it when it's necessary. I'm also doing really good with snacking (my BIGGEST weakness), and eating good things whenever I feel hungry like an apple or some whole grain cookies and a piece of dark chocolate.
I'm going to go grocery shopping soon, but it will be a small trip because I've still got nice and healthy fresh foods in my fridge. I'm looking at possibly buying some water-packed tuna and chicken because I need some protein in my life. But all in all I'm feeling really good about myself. Hoping and praying that this positive attitude and longing last a long time. Take that ovaries!
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