We’re closing in on the two-week mark with Keto. I’m proud to say I haven’t cheated once. Has it been hard? You bet. You’ve probably read my previous post to this blog by now.
In some ways this is easier for Caroline. She has noticed incredibly dramatic improvements on her blood sugar level. This is a huge incentive for her. I’m thrilled for her, that has to be exciting. But I’m not diabetic, not even close to it (a fact that absolutely amazes everyone). I did some continuous blood sugar monitoring late last week and early this week, and my lowest level was 3.6, while my highest was 4.3. Usually I stayed between 2.8 and 4.2. So there’s not a lot of excitement for me on the blood sugar point … my doctor also could never figure out why I’m not diabetic. The other thing that works on Caroline’s side a little is the fact that she put the plan together based on her dietary likes. There’s nothing on it that she doesn’t like. Me? I’m starting to like broccoli a little, but I’m getting sick of the stuff. Cauliflower is taking some work … I’ll eat it, but I haven’t gotten to where I like it yet. Both vegetables’ cooking smells absolutely disgust me. They remind me of stagnant water. Try as she might, Caroline still hasn’t, and won’t, convince me to start eating mushrooms.
All that said, Caroline has been busting her butt trying to find keto-friendly recipes and alternatives that I can enjoy. She is trying so hard to make this as easy on me as she can, and I am so blessed to have her as my wife. She’s an amazing gift to me from God.
One of the sites Caroline found was Wholesome Yum The woman who runs this is absolutely amazing. The recipes are fun, designed to offer appetizing alternatives to sawdust, and are written in a humorous, noncritical manner. If you’re going to check this site out, give yourself some time, because you’ll be taking all kinds of rabbit trails. This is appropriate for all kinds of diets, including Atkins. Nutritional information is given.
Well, that’s it for today. Hey, does anyone have an extra food processor kicking around that is just taking up too much space in the living room?