I have been thinking a lot about this diet as I come into the last week of the elimination cycle. I have realized that this diet will have done a lot more for me beside potentially helping me discover food sensitivities. I realized that even if I have no sensitivities when I test eggs and dairy, I will never eat the same way I did before.
I used to be a total sugar addict and while I still crave sweets, this diet has helped me feel the true effects of sugar on my body. When I made these chocolate chip cookies a few days ago and ate 8 cookies (see I do have a problem) in a day, I got a headache and woke up with acne on my face the next morning. I realize now it is just not worth how toxic it is to my body. Of course I will still enjoy occasional indulgences, but prior to this diet I used to eat massive amounts of candy in one day! I don't think I will ever be able to tolerate that amount of sugar again.
Another thing I have learned is to appreciate the power of greens! I used to eat salad every day and occasionally have asparagus or peas with dinner, but know I eat almost five servings of green vegetables a day (read how I do that here)! I will definitely continue to eat this way, I can't imagine eating dinner without first enjoying my pan of greens!
It has been a really huge challenge to cook and bake while avoiding all seven foods plus my known sensitivities. I have definitely found a lot of success with certain recipes and I now know that it is possible. I can really enjoy the baked goods that I love more often because I challenged myself to make them in a much healthier way (I'm especially proud of these muffins)!
Even if next week I don't discover any sensitivities, this diet has been one of the best choices I have ever made for my health. Maybe even before my decision to be gluten-free!
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