So, through my Lap Band journey, I have been really good about the amount of times I’ve eaten those evil carbs (i.e. pasta, rice, potatoes). And so it goes…tonight I was trying to figure out what I wanted to make myself for dinner. I’m feeling kinda tired and cranky (it’s my time of the month) and so I didn’t want to fuss over anything. Naturally, in these cases, pasta is the easiest thing that comes to mind.
Last week I went to Trader Joe’s and bought some whole wheat sprouted pasta. It was the healthiest pasta I could find. I knew buying it that I’d therefore have it in my pantry and thus would be likely to eat it. I don’t know why I’m speaking like an Olde English Professor, but I feel like it. So deal. It’s my time of the month. Anyway…
I made the pasta and then cooked some Trader Joe’s sausage with some pesto, a little Healthy Balance oil, some green beans, pepper, oregano and basil. I put the sausage on top of the pasta and had one serving. It was really good! I kind of forgot how good and comforting pasta is. That’s probably why it gets people in trouble. In my past life I would have eaten like 2-3 servings, I’m sure. But I made sure after I was done with my plate to immediately put the leftovers in the fridge so I wouldn’t be tempted for seconds.
I felt a little guilty afterwards because last night I ate some Sushi with brown rice. Some more carbs. And I’ve been SO good about zero carbs. My doctor says to stay away from anything white, so in my head, at least I am choosing the healthiest versions of the aforementioned. Whole wheat pasta. Brown Rice. Quinoa and Couscous. I suppose I’m trying to eat like I should for the rest of my life. Teach myself that I can have some pasta and not have seconds. One serving is plenty! I guess as long as I keep it in moderation and limit myself to maybe once a month or so. I still haven’t allowed myself to buy any type of bread to keep in my apartment. Just some thoughts post pasta dinner. Sometimes I think you just want some pasta!
Speaking of food – Top Chef is on TV right now so gotta run! More later.
Let me tell you how often I want pasta…. with a nice marinara and some cheeses… maybe some meats… omg I’m hungry!
We all struggle with urges, we just need to control ourselves and sometimes we fail. Just get back on the horse and acknowledge you did it and move on.
You seem to have the right control now, so if you want something, just do it in the right moderation!
Love you, keep it up.