Thursday, February 28, 2013

Creating my own personal diet (lifestyle)

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"So as part of my healthy New Year resolution, I decided to go carb free for 2 weeks (most likely will stretch it longer but thought I would set something realistic first) similar to the paleo diet, however I take out just starch i.e. bread, potatoes etc."

However since writing that piece it has now been well over 2 weeks and I am managing quite well, I feel a lot better not eating so much heavy starch food. A lot of products have carbohydrates in them and our body does need good carbohydrates, in today's society we are consuming the "bad type" of carbohydrates. For example I used to consume a starch product every meal, I would have bread with my breakfast, a pasta or rice dish for lunch; then I would finish off with potatoes or bread for dinner. From my own personal research I pieced together that I did this unconsciously to make myself feel more full, as starches have less water in them as do carbohydrates such as fruit. But doing this resulted in me gaining weight because I put too much carbohydrates into my body, too much obviously freaked out my system and started producing fat.

Along the way I have purchased a clean eating guide, this was a small investment into myself; because when you think about there is only one you in this world and you only have one body. Being in my mid twenties now I definitely want to up the anti on myself, I want to be a fine wine and only get better with age. Now I ummm and ahhhh over this guide because there had been a large amount of mixed results from this guide, I choose to purchase this guide and have been happy with the resources I have been provided with. This is a lifestyle choice for me, however I do not follow this guide right down to the letter, I have lost 2 kgs while being on this guide and I know it is going to slowly come off, only with my patience and consistence.

I will document further how I am experiencing changing my own habit and creating a more healthier lifestyle, the fundamentals of my personal diet consist of:


  • No carbohydrates that consist in wheat forms; this means I choose not to eat bread, rice, potatoes, pasta etc.
  • I try and make sure that every meals has fruit or vegetables.
  • I try to regularly exercise, I play indoor netball once a week and do exercises at home. 
  • Lastly I do not beat myself up over not sticking to the rules, we all fall down and we are entitled to treating ourselves. Just not going overboard, everything in moderation.
The lifestyle change was based on me noticing changes in my body, I was tired a lot and putting so much unhealthy food into my body that I would feel bloated and sick. These changes are for my own personal benefit, I am not starving myself or denying myself enjoyment of food.

I would love to hear your comments on lifestyle changes that you have made and how they have impacted on your life. 

Peace Out

Z

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Procrastination Wednesday 27th Feb

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Happy Procrastination Wednesday!

So I have not be as dedicated to my procrastination material as I would have liked, it has been a busy week for me! I went to the Auckland Lantern Festival on Friday, it is always a magical place for me, I really love the unique lanterns that they show. Also I really love food too! It was a great time, friends, light and especially food like the stuffed pancakes... Have a wonderful week everyone, enjoy the company of your friends and have some fun!!

  • I came across this article about this homeless man's honesty that it was so heart warming, go human beings!
  • That brings me to the concept of how people view money
  • Also in New Zealand summer is coming to an end (sad), so here are some tips for prepping your skin for the cold weather.
  • Favourite song and video right now!

Peace out

Z




Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Procrastination Wednesday 20th Feb

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Happy Procrastination Wednesday


So I experienced road rage today, not myself but being the receiver of it. It is kind of strange to obvious the reasons someone decides to be nasty and why they choose to do it. I was pretty happy with myself that I did not react too much, just shrugged my shoulders, better than swearing I say. Next time have a look at yourself or the situation you find yourself and ask "why", try to analyse and answer it, you never know you might discover something about yourself you did know about!

Today I choose to mix procrastination up this week, here are some quotes that I came across that I wanted to share with you.

  • You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.
    C. S. Lewis
  • Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. Thomas A. Edison
  • Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.
    John F. Kennedy 
  • Also I found some jewelry rule that I thought were realistic
  • Plus why do we talk ourselves out of things?
Have a great week/end keep on smiling!!

Peace Out

Z




Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Procrastination Wednesday 13th Feb


Happy Procrastination Wednesday

How is everyone's week going? Between the assignments and catching up on everything else I have neglected, it has already been a busy week! Do let me know how your week has been going I would love to hear from you all!!!!

  • So since it is Valentines Day I thought I would put a spin on this classic read the best funny anti-valentines day quotes
  • Though where did all this madness come? I really wanted to know who/what/when/where/why Valentines Day can into being?
  • If you are a single boy here is a youtube clip that can help you with what girls are like.... 
  • Oh and here is something you might find interesting on New Zealand history
Have a great week everyone!

Peace Out

Z

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Procrastination Wednesday 6th Feb

Happy Procrastination Wednesday

Happy Waitangi Day everyone, or as some Kiwi's like to think New Zealand day. On this day the native people and British colonies signed an agreement known as the Treaty of Waitangi. I have attached this website if you are interested in the history about New Zealand! 

I hope everyone is having an awesome day, enjoy what I have found:

  • Kris Carr really puts the emphasis on how to really say No
  • Last week I put up a photo of what type of make up brushes there are, however I did find a better site that provided me with more valid information.
  • I have to agree, having a beauty routine is important!
  • If you are wanting to get into organics but not sure how to go about it, read this article.
Since Waitangi Day is a public holiday here I was enjoying the weather just a little too much, I will make up next week with some more interesting content.

Peace Out

Z