Sometimes when I am socializing and my companions are eating items that I know I can't (because they will aggravate my gut), I feel a mad streak of envy.
Then my brain kicks into gear, and I realize some really important things.
I have chosen to be healthy. I want my gut to function properly, and all parameters of my health to be optimum! Excellent blood glucose, blood pressure, complete blood count, heart scan, trivascular scan, healthy skin, hair, nails, digestion, level-mindedness, focus, low bodyfat, no need for supplements or pharmaceuticals of any kind at all!
Plus, I think back on times when I have cheated and eaten things that I knew would aggravate my gut, and I regretted it every time. The foods are not as good as I remembered. The sweets are just way too disgustingly sweet! And the savory items are usually just really garlicky. Then there's the gut repercussions later!
So I just have to realize, I am making a choice here to be healthy. Other people can do what they want. But I have to inhabit this body! And it's not like I'm making any huge sacrifices. My food is really, really, amazing. Simple, easy, and bursting with flavor and nutrition!
So then I can sit back and not only appreciate what I have, but truly enjoy it and be thankful for it!
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Grassfed beef brisket with sea salt flakes
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