A Healthy Start

As you all know, I've been on a major health kick and diet for the past few months. As a result of some very hard work and dedication, I'm proud to say that I've lost about 50 lbs since September 1st. I feel great, I look great, and I can finally wear jeans without wanting to cry. Yes it was a huge physical change but it was equally a mental one. This was not a diet for me, but a lifestyle change. 

A lot of people have been asking me what I did to drop the weight. I followed a variation of the HCG diet with a doctor (click the link and it'll take you to his page). The process was challenging at times but to see how far I've come and looking at pictures side by side I'd do it again 100 times if I knew how great I'd feel in the end. Now, it is very pricy. But I PROMISE you that it is worth it! If you just can't afford it right now (lets be honest, not many of us can) then follow this guide I've made for you below. THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS are to drink enough water (you should be drinking 3-4 liters EVERY DAY), and to NEVER skip a meal! 

I really hope this helps you all; it should give you a good jump start to get that body, AND MIND, you've always wanted.

Your breakfast should consist of 4-5 ounces EACH of protein and fruit.
Lunch should consist of 4-5 ounces EACH of protein, fruit, and vegetables.
Dinner should consist of NO MORE than 4 ounces EACH of protein and vegetables. 
NOT counted in the 4 ounces is the unlimited foods. Those do NOT count in your meals. They're to be eaten freely to hold you over or as a filler at meal time. Don't go TOO overboard, though! 

YES

Lean protein

Fish (all)

Chicken

Turkey

Turkey bacon

Eggs

80/20 ground beef

Apples

Oranges

All berries

All vegetables

Coffee (TRY TO LIMIT TO 2 CUPS)

Non-fat Greek yogurt (limited)

Vegan aioli

Avocados (1/2 per day)

Hummus (try to limit amount to 2-3 tbs. And only if served with veggies)

NO

Dairy

Butter

Fats

Oils (USE OLIVE OIL/CANOLA OIL SPRAY)

Bananas

Grapes

Pineapple

Carrots (if possible, none. LOTS of sugar)

Soda (unless diet)

Pasta

Bread

Croutons

Flour

Beans

Rice

Mayonnaise

Breadcrumbs (buy PLAIN melba toast and grind in a food processor to make your own)

UNLIMITED

Cucumbers

Peppers (any/all kinds)

Tomatoes

Red onion/shallots

Lettuces

Cabbage

Garlic

Herbs

Salt/pepper/seasonings

Any ZERO calorie dressings (Walden farms)

Water

Sparkling/flavored water (as long as zero calories)

Tea