We are what we eat. And sometimes we eat because of how we feel. How many times do we feel bad, or blue, and reach for something sugary sweet to soothe the "savage beast" within? How often do you grab potato chips when there's a problem, or when you're feeling in a funk?
That's been my day today, and I'm trying to fight it. But is it worth the fight? Or should a little indulgence be allowed, if we can keep it under control? The problem for me is the latter part: keeping it under control. Frito Lay used to advertise their Lay's potato chips as "Bet you can't eat just one..." how true is that? I'm the same way with chocolate. or cookies. or chocolate cookies. Right now, there is a sleeve of Girl Scout Thin Mints in my cupboard, and I've been able to resist all day. So far.
I did some checking on the net, and found a website that tells what foods to eat when you're feeling blue or depressed. The top five were: eggs, nuts and seeds, cold water fish, ancient grains, and green tea. All of these foods have things in them that regulate blood sugar and even off our body's chemicals so that we're more on an even keel. Wish I'd thought to look this answer up earlier today.
I've been trying hard to keep fighting off the depression/blues today.
Lately it seems harder than ever.
I should be feeling better with my workouts and my trainer.
but I am human.
and I struggle.
Today was a rough day.
Tomorrow should be better.
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