Update food reboot experiment: "I've never eaten so much fiber in my life"

Yesterday marked Day #2 of my "Great Food  Reboot Experiment" where I am going gluten-free vegan for 7 days. Thus far, this is what I have noticed:

• Between all the veggies and fruits, I have never eaten so much fiber in my life, and it really shows because, and this is a bit TMI, but the action in the bowel movements department is swifter and requires less pushing if you know what I mean. I've had issues with constipation but that has been changing since starting this experiment 9 days ago (I'm including my weaning week.)

• My skin is feeling softer, and I don't need to use as much moisturizer as I normally do. This is a big deal because I have dry skin. I'm wondering how much of a difference my skin will feel if I do this experiment longer.

• I'm not really missing dairy because there are so many delicious rice based alternatives. I do miss the cheese though. I've been having a hankering for Gouda. I am missing meats a little but not as much as I thought I would. The gluten thing is a little tough too but thankfully I live close to a Whole Foods and can find a bunch of stuff. I found this cool Poppy seed dressing (shown in pic above) that is vegan friendly and can be used as a mayo alternative.

• I eat abundantly which for someone who likes to eat this is a joy. As part of my experiment, I am not counting calories or portions. I just eat when my tummy grumbles and until I feel satisfied. I've noticed that my jeans are fitting a bit looser.

• I'm having a blast learning new ways to cook, experimenting, and learning about new fruits and veggies. It's really bringing out the creative in me. I never knew there was such a thing as a watermelon radish or purple asparagus.

• zOMG! There are so many vegetarian, vegan, raw, and gluten free eaters online. I have received so many kind & supportive comments, emails, and Twitters from all kinds of people. What a wonderful community spirit!

Overall, I'm really loving this experiment and having fun. Physically, I am feeling more alert and lighter. I don't have that constant bloated feeling like I did before which I know comes more from all the dairy consumption because of my Type II allergy. Next report will be after Day #4 on Thursday!

Comments

[MizFit]

and Im loving reading about it and seeing how HAPPY YOU ARE simply through your words.

watermelon radish or purple asparagus?!
never heard of them either.

youre educating the masses :)

[Adam Kochanowicz]

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[JoLynn from The Fit Shack]

Hi Stephanie,

How cool, I love doing experiments on myself, too! Just found out about your experiment through the Blogher ads and I'm so happy to hear you're really thriving with it. I'll have to go back to your first post to see exactly what your guidelines are, WTG! :)