Yesterday was the final day of my 28-day Engine 2 Challenge!! Honestly, I wasn't sure how the past month was going to go. I've attempted plant based eating in the past and wasn't successful. But I'm happy to report that it was a success this time!!
So much of a success that I plan on continuing it!!
My Successes:
* I lost 6lbs, several inches, went down a clothing size, and feel great
* My energy level is up
* I haven't had any soda
* I've only had coffee three times and didn't finish any of them
* My tummy troubles have gone away
* My headaches have almost completely gone
* I didn't make anything with meat, dairy, eggs, or oil at home
* When eating out, I picked vegan options {to the best of my knowledge}
* I've found many restaurants will try their best to help
* I've been able to find quick and simple recipes my family has {mostly} enjoyed
My Challenges:
* Eating out is not always easy and I sometimes have to plan ahead
* My family has not always been excited to eat what I've made
* Not all recipes turn out like I'd hoped
* The grocery bill has been higher than budgeted on some weeks
Not too bad though, right? And I'm hoping to get my cholesterol checked soon.
Last week we tried a new bean burger recipe and liked it so much we are having it again this week.
Over the weekend we ate at YourPie again. We love it there!! I got whole wheat crust, no cheese, and tons of veggies!
And last night we tried a new stuffed shells recipe but had mixed reviews. Funny Bunny and I liked it but hubby just wanted some real cheese. It made so much we'll be having it again tonight. Sorry hubs. :(
And last night we tried a new stuffed shells recipe but had mixed reviews. Funny Bunny and I liked it but hubby just wanted some real cheese. It made so much we'll be having it again tonight. Sorry hubs. :(
Friday night Funny Bunny danced at a basketball game so I made a last minute dessert to take. I think it tastes really good, but did use carob chips {bought by mistake} instead of vegan chips and there is a taste difference. I guess they could tell. I really like it though so that's just more for me. ;)
Oh, and a last minute trip to the beach with friends on Saturday sent me into a spin to find something to bring that would fill me up. I know it's not ideal, but it's all I could come up with.
For the menu this week our dinners will include:
Vegan Stuffed Shells
Pizza Potatoes
Happy Herbivore Quick Burgers
Quinoa Chili
Happy Herbivore Pancakes {which we didn't get to last week}
And snacks will include:
Fruit and Nut Bars {these were really good}
Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
To learn more about this challenge, visit the Engine 2 Diet.
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