Listen. I know, I know! I've been a little... "not in posting mode" for a while. All that's changing, though. Initially, this blog was to capture all of my creative kitchen happenings. Now, I'm not saying that I'm repurposing my blog... but, I'm repositioning its focus.
In the last year or so, I've been interested in learning more about food. Some of the things that I've watched/followed are:
- Food Inc.
- The Beautiful Truth
- How to Cook Your Life
- Supersize Me
- Fat Head
- Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead
- Forks Over Knives
- The Future of Food conference at Georgetown (where Prince Charles spoke about the need for reform in our world food system) *I think he's a dreadful speaker, but the transcript of what he had to say is definitely worth the read.
- UCSF's Osher Center for Integrative Medicine's "Mini Medical School for the Public" - "Sugar: The Bitter Truth"
- Discussions from Dr. Andrew Weil (a medical doctor/botanist)
- ...and some more stuff that I'm sure I'm forgetting
The end result of this heightened awareness is a growing desire to consume a more whole diet. At first, my learning was propelled by a desire to lose weight. So far, I'm down about 60 pounds (and I've still got a pretty good way to go). Now, my attention and focus is really on what it means to be HEALTHY. To be well nourished.
So, in an attempt to make an effort to be in better health, I'm participating in "Unprocessed October". That basically means that I'll consume nothing processed for the length of the month. I'm pretty excited about it despite the challenges that lie ahead. Some things that have come to my attention:
- There are several special events going on - engagement parties, bridal showers, etc...
- My best friend is coming to visit on October 4th and has a LIST of places she wants to eat
- Halloween candy
- McDonald's Monopoly
- My recent obsession with almond milk
I'm actually EXCITED about the prospect of trying to eat more naturally and working THROUGH these real-life challenges. I intend to try to capture as much of the experience in this blog. I'm not making any promises, but I'll do my best to keep it updated!
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