Keep the Resolutions Smart

Most people hit January with a slew of resolutions - I will, I won't and I should all seem to be the phrases of the moment!   And while I believe in moderation, I am no different if somewhat more realistic.

 

The realism in new and I thought I would try it on for size this year as otherwise I appear to be setting myself up for failure or at least that annoying nagging feeling of underachievement. 

 

I am also trying to make them measurable but practical.  So for example, while I am looking to cut down on processed food to 3 meals a week, I have given myself leeway in case I am at an event etc.  Much easier to meet goals if you know what they are but there is flexibility.

 

So what am I looking to do?

 

• Reduce processed food - I know that I can live without white bread, pasta and pizza on a regular basis.  Yes, it tastes good but in a quest to be a little bit smaller, I thought I would try this on for size.   GOAL - eat 3 times a week or less
• Increase intake of fruit / veg - I've toyed with the Atkins diet and cut most of this out but I miss the green and it is good for me.  GOAL - eat something at every meal
• Use the recipes I have - I am a bit of a recipe junky and love looking at beautiful food porn so I need to start using them as my cooking can be quite standard.  GOAL - Try recipe I have to follow twice a week.

Finally, I need to figure out which foods work for me.  I can't really eat Gluten, oil, Lactose and a variety of other foods cause significant time alone in rooms decorated with tiles so I need to get a handle on what I can and can't eat so at least I know when this will happen.

Lets see how this years resolutions go.