This past weekend was a busy one for the Epperson household! Dad came down to visit from Melbourne. Early Saturday morning, I walked, then met at church to practice my solo (flute, not voice, folks!) for the first service at church. In the afternoon, Dad and I went to the craft fair at South Florida Fairgrounds, and I brought my own snacks (pecans and walnuts) to munch on to help steer me away from the M&Ms. So far, so good!
Then came Sunday. Typically, I attend one service at our church, but my musical obligations demanded that I play for both services and attend a rehearsal in between. Now, I’m not whining. I had a great time doing all of it. However, I’ve just started joining the praise band with my saxophone, and that takes a good deal more wind than the flute. By the end of both services, I felt like I had come through a workout!
When I sat down for lunch, the thought of one more bit of protein made me feel sick. I actually felt nauseous. It wasn’t just a psychological thing. Have you ever felt that way? I really couldn’t stomach it, so I jumped off of the South Beach wagon and slid down into the syrupy satisfaction of blueberry pancakes-two of them. And oh, yes, I did order some eggs on the side so the rush of sugar wouldn’t be as disruptive to my system.
When it was all over, I actually felt better. I felt physically better, and psychologically it seemed that my mind was clearer. Waitress Darlene, who has become a friend, said, “Hon, you obviously need more carbs.”
Some questions come to mind. If this is true, do I need to try another diet? Phase I of South Beach is only two weeks. Then comes Phase II which includes good things like oatmeal, whole wheat bread, and fruit. I think of the effects that sugar has on my depression. Too much sugar depresses the immune system, and can put a person in a funk. Perhaps too little sugar hasn’t been good for me. After all, we’re supposed to be “Women of Moderation” as the Bible study is titled. I’m going to think about it, and ask my doctor some of these questions too.
In the meantime, after the pancake plunge, I walked right back on to the South Beach and have stayed there. Has this happened to any of you? What are your thoughts?
Then came Sunday. Typically, I attend one service at our church, but my musical obligations demanded that I play for both services and attend a rehearsal in between. Now, I’m not whining. I had a great time doing all of it. However, I’ve just started joining the praise band with my saxophone, and that takes a good deal more wind than the flute. By the end of both services, I felt like I had come through a workout!
When I sat down for lunch, the thought of one more bit of protein made me feel sick. I actually felt nauseous. It wasn’t just a psychological thing. Have you ever felt that way? I really couldn’t stomach it, so I jumped off of the South Beach wagon and slid down into the syrupy satisfaction of blueberry pancakes-two of them. And oh, yes, I did order some eggs on the side so the rush of sugar wouldn’t be as disruptive to my system.
When it was all over, I actually felt better. I felt physically better, and psychologically it seemed that my mind was clearer. Waitress Darlene, who has become a friend, said, “Hon, you obviously need more carbs.”
Some questions come to mind. If this is true, do I need to try another diet? Phase I of South Beach is only two weeks. Then comes Phase II which includes good things like oatmeal, whole wheat bread, and fruit. I think of the effects that sugar has on my depression. Too much sugar depresses the immune system, and can put a person in a funk. Perhaps too little sugar hasn’t been good for me. After all, we’re supposed to be “Women of Moderation” as the Bible study is titled. I’m going to think about it, and ask my doctor some of these questions too.
In the meantime, after the pancake plunge, I walked right back on to the South Beach and have stayed there. Has this happened to any of you? What are your thoughts?
2 comments:
I have to say, that I never much was for diets in general. I never thought they were attacking the problem, but just a band aid. I’ve always wanted to learn how to eat properly (in moderation) and bring this part of my life into obedience to the Lord. I love all food and don't have any allergies and I will pig out on what I want to eat at the time. My husband is doing Weight Watchers right now and by far this is my favorite. It is like budgeting, only with food. According to your goals, WW tells you how many “points” you can eat a day and each food has a point value. You can eat what you want, but when you have used all your points, you are done. It really isn’t that hard to get used to and I don’t have to give up anything. It is an exercise of portion control (or moderation). It is usually when I have unwisely used my points that I fall into temptation. It is awful thing that I have to actually choose between obeying the Lord by living in moderation (and not greed!) or satisfying the lusts of my flesh. "Butterfinger or Jesus...Butterfinger or Jesus."
I have given up on diets. I totally recommend the book "Intuitive Eating", written by 2 nutritionists (Elyse Resch & Evelyn Tribole). All I want is to learn to be a "normal" eater, and not allow my life to be run by food. I want to break free.
---It's about learning to listen to body hunger... asking yourself what your body needs, and not depriving yourself of any type of food. AND having your house stocked with those things so they are available to you when you want them.
Another great book is THE THERAPISTS GUIDE to ending compulisive eating/ beyond the shadow of a diet by Matz & Frankel.
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