Last night’s foray into the world of dining out with my new meal plan went fairly well.  I didn’t lose any weight, but then, I didn’t gain any either. And I’m not aware of the intricacies of the cycles my body is undergoing to re-establish my metabolism. That process will be different for everyone. A large purse for a bottle of healthy homemade dressing (or at least no sugar, no canola oil, store-bought) can be a lifesaver.  It doesn’t hurt to have little containers, small ziplocks or even empty pill bottles full of goodies like sesame, pumpkin seeds and sunflower kernels. Tossing in an avocado to top the salad would be extra delicious!  Will do sometime. Don’t care if I’m cutting it up at the table.

BREAKFAST: 11:00

Coffee blended with collagen and Garden of Life protein powder.

LUNCH: 1:15

Second half of last night’s restaurant meal:  3 oz. smoked chicken and sautéed kale

DINNER:  6:15

Unorthodox:  first sugar I’ve had since this start:  handful peanuts, 1 chocolate square (80% cacao), 1 mouthful 72% cacao nuggets, smoothie with hemp, cacao, maca, coconut milk, cashews, almond butter.