Whew! I’m still under the two month mark, technically. I’ve had such a busy summer so far. I started a new job, bought a new car, avoided killing my cats, TONS of crochet, aaannnnnnnddddd went back on an “elimination diet” of sorts.
I was feeling pretty lousy again and my hair was falling out like crazy. Until I noticed several pounds creeping their way onto my scale in the morning, I just assumed it was stress from all the changes going on. I realized I’d been using lotion containing gluten and felt pretty silly for not even thinking of personal care items. I’m still pretty new to thinking about things I ingest, so lotions, shampoos, makeup, sunscreens, facewash… not even a thought in my mind.
So I cleaned out my bathroom closet and started eating rice, chicken, and veggies again and the first 3 pounds melted off. Considering this is exactly what happened the last time around, I knew I was onto something. Once I started feeling better I guilted myself into working out again, and it’s going well. If it weren't so ridiculously hot outside, I might even ride my bike.
I’ve brought quite a bit back into my diet now that I’m confident that it’s most likely still just gluten causing all these problems. I am also keeping track of calories because as much as I love food, I forget to eat. A lot. It was 2 p.m. today before I realized I hadn’t taken a lunch, and that’s not uncommon for me. Having a number in front of me has definitely helped keep it more consistent, and I’m using a social app so my “into fitness” friends and I can cheer each other on.
Things are looking up. Again.
