I cringe at the word “diet” in the title here, but it doesn’t mean diet in the sense of Adkins, Paleo, South Beach (anyone remember that one?), and others that have gone out of style years ago, like Jenny Craig, Nutrisystem, and on and on.
I am loving the presence of fuller-figured women looking hot and confident in the media lately. It makes me so happy to see. Having battled an eating disorder as a teen, it feels freeing.
That title, “What Can I Eat Now (that I’m fit)?” is what I want this blog to be about: Congratulations, you achieved your health goal. But what about long-term wellness? How do you realistically maintain this success and lifestyle? Welcome to my journey as I discover these answers for myself and share my experience and tips. But first, here’s my personal story that started it all.
About six years ago, I lost 90 pounds.
The holidays are tricky for those of us who have a tumultuous relationship with food.
I’m embarking on a quest.
The mission is to make our Yellowstone National Park backpacking cuisine more than bear-able. <—- Oh yeah, I just did that.
In honor of the anniversary of the day we met four years ago (also his birthday), here are some food-related reasons my boyfriend rocks. The other reasons are between us. Continue reading “11 Food-Related Things I Love About My Boyfriend”
Hyped-food heaven descended into my neighborhood today.
Prepare yourself for some shameless healthy food porn. (Yes, that’s a thing.) It’s gratuitous. You’re welcome.
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Hi, my name is Amy and I love ice cream. I think about ice cream every day, often a few times a day. I dream of my next scintillating encounter with this sweet, cold, creamy, melty satisfaction. Oh. My. Gawd.
Continue reading “Help! I can’t stop using the white powder (sugar, silly)”
It was my turn.
I’ve gorged on the rewards of my friends’ sweat and toil long enough. After savoring countless multi-course, elaborate meals created by my fellow homecooks, it was time for me to tie one on — the apron.
Continue reading “What could possibly go wrong? The traveling dinner party”
What do I eat now? 