A little background for you: In January I committed to the Whole30 and was quite successful with the food I ate, although I did have a few glasses of red wine on occasion. So, in all honesty I failed. But, I saw it as a success because I changed the way I ate and didn't overindulge in alcohol. I have not had corn, gluten, legumes, or dairy since. When I finished the Whole30 I really wanted a sweet treat and was inspired by the many Paleo blogs displaying delicious "healthy" alternatives to brownies, cookies, waffles, etc. Now, they would have been much better than downing a bag of Oreos if I could have stuck to just 1 or 2 brownies, cookies or whatever it was I was making that day. I also fell in love with cashew milk ice cream and almond butter. Needless to say I have a problem with sugar.
In February I began the 21DSD and had 4 great, successful days. Then, I blew it by going out with friends, having a few drinks which led to eating sugar. It has been all downhill from there on. I can say that I didn't give in to Valentine's candy or Easter candy like I usually do. I had a few treats and left it at that.
With the help of Diane Sanfilippo and her plan to kick sugar's butt, I will not fail. I am committed to completing the 21 days without going off plan, NOT EVEN RED WINE!!! I am using this blog to document what I eat and also to hold myself accountable to anyone reading, as well as myself. Also, to have something to do if I get a sugar craving! Dang, it's taken me all afternoon and evening to just set this blog up! I won't have time to crave sugar!!
Here's to a successful 21 days of sugar freedom!!
