Here is an update on my “Peas on Earth” raw food challenge. My goal was not to eat 100% raw, but rather to take in the proper amount of hydration (water) and 2 bunches of greens. I think when I went raw originally I was overwhelmed with the changes that I missed the core of our dietary intake.My appetite and emotions are much more balanced on the greens. I am learning to break emotional eating patterns and eat for nourishment.
I also go into the other “green stuff” aka: MONEY! I have a few thoughts on how we obtain it, how we spend it, and the state of our economy.
OK, I wanted to lay low on the fruit, but it seems the most appealing way to get my kids to love the greens. This was a simple smoothie recipe that we normally made, with a young thai coconut, banana and strawberries, but this time we added one bunch of spinach. IT WORKED! I feel much more optimistic about my kids completing the challenge now. WHEW!
OK, so the first 100 Day Raw Fu Challenge is officially over. I made it over 30 days 100% raw and then I began to experiment with different foods to see how I felt afterwards. Ultimately, I decided that I want to love the foods that love me back. Why was I sabotaging the opportunity to feel really good? Other foods may taste great momentarily, but the feeling afterwards was less than stellar.
So, where to next? I became fascinated by the intelligence & simplicity of the 80/10/10 program after listening to Dr Doug Graham. As I learn more I plan to undertake that challenge.
Perhaps, what seemed the most profound and simple was to make it a point to get my greens in. During the 100 day challenge I experienced the power of greens. I just felt centered, focused and balanced. Cravings just melted away when I ate my greens. After listening to Victoria Boutenko on Rawkathon that was all I needed to hear. Our subconscious resonates with truth and that hit me like a ton of bricks! I NEED TO EAT MORE GREENS!
So, what exactly have I noticed since I have gone raw? Watch this video!
I came to the conclusion that the whites of our eyes reflect the condition of our liver. It makes sense, right? I mean think about it. When we have babies and their skin and eyes are tinted yellow that is a sign of jaundice which is a liver condition. Why would it be any different in adults? It makes sense that as an adult yellowing in the whites of the eyes were a reflection of our liver.
So, I am going along with Bunny Berry and doing the “Peas on Earth” Holiday Challenge. I am modifying it a bit. My focus is on 2 bunches of greens and 75 plus ounces of water. My kids are jumping in on the challenge. We will be considered high raw versus 100%. I really want to make sure greens make a permanent part of my life before I go any further in my raw food challenge. Plus, if I go 100% raw on some days then that is just a plus. We shall see what unfolds.
I do see the 80-10-10 plan in the future as well as a juice feast, but for now it is very high raw and 2 bunches of greens.
Here are cliff notes of the days I did not make a video.
Day 22: I’m inspired by my non raw buddy who attended a raw meal prep class. I learned 2 new raw recipes from her. The heavy foods sedate me, but held my appetite a long time.
Learned all about the sauna and some extra benefits I was unaware of. Now I am committed to using them regularly.
Last night my front end of my car was munched (aka hit) by a friend backing out of their driveway. I am trying to keep a positive attitude. It’s only “stuff”.
Diet: 24 oz green juice (collard greens, carrots, celery, and grapes) A tangerine A few kale chips A handful of cherry tomatoes New recipes: Not tuna pate w/ celery sticks…I couldn’t believe it had that essence of tuna salad, I will definitely make this again . Super satisfying and filling Chocolate mousse (from avocados) w/ strawberries. Ultra rich and filling . Those 2 dishes did the trick and kept me full for over 6 hours.
Workout: Woke up late for the gym. Ham curls, donkey kicks, adductor and abductor squeeze, Abs- the real deal Later in the day I did: 30 min toning: barbell squat, chest press, ab crunches, attempt at chin ups, walking lunges, and backward lunge.
70 min Baron Baptiste power yoga video with kids. Level 2. An old video, but really good for balance and upper body strength. I just felt like mixing things up this week and expose the kids to other styles of yoga other than my own.
Enjoyed 15 minuts in the sauna 2 times
Day 23: Feeling down a bit Working & Running errands, feeling down maybe too much salt & fat. Considering doing 80/10/10. Funny, it corresponds to Bunny Berry’s video.
16 oz green juice Kale chips- salty 2 bananas 2 apples Guacamole & salsa w/ a salad!: I had a tough time resisting the chips, beans & rice
Workout: 40 min power yoga 60 min Walk 20 min Sauna
Day 24- Friday: Fun filled Weigh in & Measurements: NO CHANGE, scale back up: Time to change the program Au Lac Restaurant in Huntington Beach Attended Jack Johnson’s Concert Bought Matthew Kenney’s book “Everyday Raw”. Looks like some fun stuff for me to make. 🙂 I know I can’t go wrong with his recipes.
Diet: 3 Qts H20 1 qt green veggie juice (yellow squash, carrots, celery, collards, bell pepper) 3 bananas Au Lac Raw Restaurant: shared with the family: chips & salsa, salmon rolls, seaweed soup, teriyaki salad, rainbow dessert
Workout: 40 min yoga 30 min walk
Day 25: Time to reassess “Insanity is repeating the same thing over and over expecting different results.” Einstein Helped out with IEOPBC (organic produce co-op) All about produce prepping: sat in front of the sink washing, chopping, composting hoping to have an effortless week of raw, just on the simple stuff. Starla smacks some sense into me to stay with this challenge
Diet: 32 oz juice carrot, celery, 3 qts H20 Watermelon, pieces of pineapple, Tomato w/ onion Banana w/ choco sauce, almond butter, walnuts & cacao: this seems to be my fav raw binge food that saves me when I am ready to toss in the towel. “fried” onions
Workout: Off day Co-op: lifting, sorting, cleaning, etc…for 60 min Cardio ( 20 min bike) Sauna (15 min) Enjoyed a massage
Day 26: A Busy Body Reading through the book “4 Hour Workweek”. I love the quotes and that I already apply many of the suggestions in the book. I ask myself “Am I inspiring others to live up to their potential & enjoy optimal health?” I guess I can only be a living example and hope that it helps others. Teaching my brother & sister in law that raw can be good with simple meal prep. When will I be making food gourmet style? I can shoot for it, right?
Diet: Peach & Pineapple Pineapple Made dishes for non-raw family to sample: Corn Salad w/ ¼ avocado and tomato Fried Rice recipe from Jenna Norwood: Supercharge Me Spaghetti w/ meatballs Banana Cream Pie
Exercise: Feeling like I am bulking up..need more walking & yoga to lean out I love Bryan Kest…a new download is ready (poweryoga.com)
I did my 2 hour Sunday morning class w/ Bryan …green style (downloaded version vs. driving into Santa Monica) Sauna: 30 min Colonic Coconut Oil Hair Treatment Bentonite clay & Vita C facial Lip wax Sunning… a bit too much
Day 27: I finally made a video
I am sore from yoga and it feels so good! I wished I hadn’t eaten so many samples of raw recipes last night & not so late too. I missed my juice challenge yesterday. I want to do 2 weeks of juice for beauty…inspired by Angela Stokes. I wanted to juice and eat only fruits or veggies (no oil, salt, nuts), but I had prepared dishes just sitting in the fridge waiting for me.
Diet: 3 qts of H20 Last night leftovers of corn salad, spaghetti, & fried rice for breakfast Banana w/ almond butter, chocolate sauce, walnuts, a sprinkle of cacao nibs (that darn sugar fix again) Same as breakfast Leftovers again for dinner
Workout: None…I feel like a lazy bum! No sauna or tan Finally made a video Read a chapter of 4 hour work week Picking up more snowboard gear for the kids for this coming snow season.
If you are running through life feeling overwhelmed and not really making the impact you know you want, or wishing you felt alive and filled with passion then you are going to LOVE me!
