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.
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)”
Many of us have hurt ourselves while cooking. Of course you have. What are a few burns and cuts in the name of deliciousness?
Then there are other ways to injure yourself.
Continue reading “How to injure yourself in cool new ways while baking”
What do I eat now? 