It is 73 Days since I started my Daily Food Diary. As much as I could lose a few more pounds, this exercise is more about eating well than it is about restricting calories.
I went into this with three chronic lung conditions – asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis. Proper nutrition is only part of my routine to keep these issues in check. I exercise, I see a respiratory specialist and a respiratory therapist regularly, I use inhalers, and antibiotics with oral steroids for flare-ups, and I get regular vaccines. 👍
I also went into this exercise with a failed epigastric hernia repair from three years ago. On February 24th, I went to see a surgeon about having this repaired.
My hernia is bothersome on occasion and a bit dangerous to ignore, so it has to be done. Heading out for my appointment, I was fine. Dan was driving, we were going to the Pasqua Hospital (a few blocks from home), the repair I had done last time was laparoscopic surgery done under local anaesthetic. No big deal!
Except, due to delays in traffic, parking issues, and a mix-up at the hospital, we were cutting it close timewise for my appointment. My stress ramped up, my stress triggered my asthma, and I walked into the surgeon’s office having an uncontrollable coughing fit.
The appointment went as well as possible, but the surgeon decided that he was putting me under anesthesia for the procedure. (It is difficult to do this kind of thing when someone is coughing their lungs out).
I came home upset, demoralized, and annoyed that I try so hard to manage my lung issues and I had failed, again, big time!
After a short pity part, I pulled it together. I got on with my respiratory management routine and soldiered on.
Then, I went for a CT scan that the surgeon had ordered. On top of a couple of other issues, the scan showed that I now have a NEW lung issue – bronchiolitis. Seriously!
Cue another pity party, cue another comeback – this time more intense and determined than ever. Not just to make my lungs stronger but to destroy the stress and anxiety issues that I have battled with forever.
So.. more exercise – more focused and intense, I switched up my bedtime meditation for Goggins inspirational podcasts/videos, I got an herbal brew from our local health food store. I am getting outside for more fresh air and exercise! 👍
And our weather tanked. More cold, more wind, more wet snow. Not good for my lungs. Another pity party… 🤦
Yesterday, I had it together! I decided to stay indoors and do a serious house cleaning & laundry including bedding.
And our power went out – for hours. I decided to forgo the pity party. I messaged my sister Elaine and we chatted back and forth for the duration, exchanging meal plans and shopping wins (and losses 😂).
It was a good chat and it was good for the soul – much better than another pity party. 🙂
Food Diary:
Breakfast:
(1) c coffee (2) (.3)
(2) eggs (180) (14)
(3) slices back bacon (52) (2)
(2) potato patties (240) (2)
Snack:
(24) oz water
(2) oz Dill Pickle peanuts (324) (14.2)
Supper:
(12) oz carbonated water
(1) Burrito –
(1) Tortilla wrap (170) (5)
(4) Oz ground beef (280) (19)
(1) c mixed veggies – onion, red pepper, black olives, mushrooms, oriental cabbage (68) (2.4)
(1) Tbsp taco sauce
(2) Oz shredded cheddar (114) (7)
(1) PC matrimonial cake (139) (1)
Total calories: 1600
Total Protein: 76.9 grams
Protein goal per day: 46- 58 grams
Notes:
- I am fairly certain that Molly, our picky Pyrenees, would not be caught dead eating a dill pickle – but if I have Dill Pickle Peanuts, Molly has Dill Pickle Peanuts.
- Dan and I made supper together last night, and yes he shredded oriental cabbage for the burritos. (The celery I took out didn’t make the cut… 🙄) Once the cabbage was cooked with the rest of the burrito filling, there was no trace of it. (I trust the nutrients remained? 🤔)
That’s it for today. Take care and have a great day! 💗🌞
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