Can't believe it is week four already.
Week 4 update.
I guess I am still a little bit confused and actually trying to identify who I am, but kind of failing. This state of mind isn't good for my kind of temperament, because I thrive on the balance and clarity. I believe I am a little bit depressed this week due to after illness recovery and my eating confusion. I am sure eventually I will find my way out and will start enjoying myself again. Meantime let I update you with the rest.
My body: I have a feeling it is lucking something. I wonder, if the detox process is still in motion, because my hair and skin are not in the perfect shape. My hair a little bit dry and less shiny, this could be due to winter too, so I am not that worried. My skin gives me a bit of concern, because my Urticaria seems flared again. I am keeping an eye on it and trying to keep the skin stress to the minimum.
I guess after few months all these should to go, but I will try to find a bit more time to balanced my meals better to give enough nutrients for healthy hair and skin.
My kitchen: got few more yummy Vegan substitutes to make the transition easier. Check my small vegan food haul I posted earlier.
My boys: they are fine. I think due to my low spirits, that is me who feels a little bit unsure. Mind you being a mother, it is hard to give something what you don't eat to your child. It is much easier with my husband, because I know he knows what is the best for him. Another milestone to go over.
What I ate this week.
I wanted to add a disclaimer for my photos. It isn't everything I eat and I don't want you to think so! I post these photos to inspire you, not to use as ultimate meal guide. Sometimes I don't have time to take photos of what I eat and sometimes I don't want to. Most of my snacks and work lunches are missing here. I take photos before I start my meal. I do take seconds if I am still hungry and sometimes I have a cup of tea after my meal. Please beware and use your common sense like with everything else. I don't hide anything, but I don't photograph everything either. Enjoy the photos and stay tuned with yourself.
Breakfast:
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| Oat porridge with butter (Vegetarian) |
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| Oat porridge with hummus sandwiches and ginger tea (Vegan) |
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| Semolina with black cherry jam (Vegetarian) |
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Potato pancakes, jam toast and green tea (Vegan)
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| Oat porridge with fresh raspberries and agave syrup (Vegan) |
I am glad that is wasn't only the oat porridge for breakfast this week. I love it, but being a girl who loves variety on my plate, I am delighted to try few more breakfast ideas. I am still debating dairy in my mind, so there are few vegetarian entries along with vegan options.
Lunch:
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Spicy tomato soup with toasts and soya based spread (Vegan)
My work lunches are missing here, but still lovely lunch options this week. I do enjoy myself to see these photos. Nice to know what I ate.
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Dinner:
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| Aubergine pasta with cherry tomatoes (Vegan) |
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| Potatoes, rice and avocado salad (Vegan) |
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| Potato pancakes, home made hummus, fresh salad and green tea (Vegan) |
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| Split lentils soup, rice and fresh salad (Vegan) |
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| Spicy tomato soup with avocado salad and baguette (Vegan) |
My vegetarian food this week was milk, butter, garlic baguette and few muffins. I know how to substitute first two and am looking for ideas to replace the last two. I have noticed that my taste palate is changing slowly and taste of soya yogurt, for example isn't that plain and boring any more. Maybe within few weeks I will be able to leave creamy dairy behind me.
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| Chocolate chip muffin and ginger, lemon tea (Vegetarian) |
Snacks:
Lots of plain salted rice cakes this week along with fresh fruits and dark chocolate. Cup of tea with toast was popular too, when I had time at home.
Drinks:
As usual plenty of water, juice and green tea. My favourite tea this week is ginger and lemon. It is great when you try to recover immune system after a cold. I added as tea spoon of honey or agave syrup to sweeten it up. It is great as a cold drink too, I think will be perfect for summer time.
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| Ginger and lemon tea (Vegan) |
It seems I miss sweet treats more than meat, so I need to find some yummy option to keep me motivated to carry on.
How was this week for you?
Green Spoonful
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