Few things inspire me to take a nosedive into poor eating habits faster than going on vacation. Eating has always been an extremely social event in our home, and I adore going to familiar favorite restaurants at the places we enjoy visiting. The good news / bad news is that this was more of a mini-holiday, and I only spent three of the five days living up my carb-packed feeding frenzy.
In the past, my departure from the ketogenic menu has been swift and unforgiving. I would misstep once and would instantly find myself back at square one. My old eating patterns would resume, and I would be disappointed once more but unsurprised.
The interesting part about this keto hiatus was that it was more eye-opening than derailing. Within a few hours of my chowing on chips and some fried naughtiness, my digestive system decided to prove how unhappy it felt about that action. I won’t be elaborating any further on that. My head started to hurt, my muscles and joints ached, I felt exhausted, and I had nightmares when I slept.
Maybe my symptoms were due to the heat or perhaps they were a direct response to the way that family holidays have a tendency to be significantly NOT relaxing. But I honestly don’t believe that. I just didn’t feel good eating the old foods. The flavors tasted good to me but not so good that I was willing to keep feeling sluggish and achy.
So now I’m back to low carb. I’m not gonna lie. I wish that I could have all that other stuff and still feel good. But ultimately, I can’t because I don’t. It just isn’t worth the body drama and trauma anymore. At least I’m back on track again.
Momentum of Joy 
Jun 12, 2018 @ 06:18:45
You too? I had a cupcake and crackers when I did my son’s birthday party and felt horrible! There really is something about this way of life. Good work getting back on track!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:12:02
Lol – a cupcake sounds heavenly you devil! Hahaha!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:12:50
It was until I crashed from the sugar high!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:23:49
The craziest thing I have noticed is that I get nightmares every single time I throw sugar caution to the wind. Literally every time. It’s like my body goes into “oh yeah???” mode. The overall crash is a major bonus, too!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:24:29
Nightmares? Oh wow! How crazy!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:31:56
I know, right?!?
Jun 12, 2018 @ 19:05:06
My sister has a wedding cake design business and shares her designs almost everyday. I think I am going start sharing the pictures with you just to keep strengthening your will power.
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:12:21
You suck. Lol
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:36:25
I love you too. 😉
Jun 19, 2018 @ 08:19:59
Lol ❤️❤️❤️
Jun 12, 2018 @ 22:47:44
I hear you!!! I revert to bad eating habits every once in awhile, not a good idea. If you do it on your vacations… you get sick. NOT FAIR! I once read, in an Atkins Diet Book, if you’re going to cheat do it all in 15 minutes and get back on track! I have had a few bakery feeding frenzies! But never more than once in awhile. Hmmm… sound like this wouldn’t work for you. It doesn’t really even work for me! HA!
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:13:07
15 minutes???? Oh baby I could take down a bread buffet in one swoop given 15 minutes!!! Hahaha! 😉
Jun 19, 2018 @ 17:42:20
😂😂😂
Jun 14, 2018 @ 09:28:51
I’m trying to do no/low carb as well, and have noticed the same thing when I carb out. But man, I miss the textures of bread and crispy crackers!.
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:14:35
I knooow! And then there’s the smell of fresh baked carby anything. It calls to me…sweetly yet dangerously. Damn Bakery Sirens! 😉
Jun 15, 2018 @ 07:36:02
I’m with you! I miss certain foods too…but it’s not worth going back there. I still eat too much “good food,” but I’ve cut way back on foods loaded with sugar. It’s not worth the roller coaster ride in my body I feel an hour later.
Jun 19, 2018 @ 07:16:06
I was telling a friend the same thing yesterday. My focus has definitely shifted into staying away from sugary items. Those seem to be the real body butt kickers!
Jun 23, 2018 @ 00:57:14
Body drama is right…I just started, and I haven’t felt this good in years! And I don’t want to go back to the aches and pains or the brain fog! great read!
Jun 25, 2018 @ 12:15:17
Thank you lovebug! It’s funny how our bodies retaliate when we stumble a bit, but that’s a good thing, too. Have you had pretty good luck sticking with it so far? 😊
Jun 25, 2018 @ 12:24:38
Sticking to the plan has been pretty easy, so so far so good…but I do worry about when I have to return to school. Even though I love my job, it can be super stressful. And I eat when stressed. I need to plan ahead and keep healthy snack available. The other thing is I work long hours…so . the cooking thing will be a challenge too. I started my blog to hold me accountable…I hope it works!
Jun 25, 2018 @ 14:02:01
Yes I do the same. I have to make sure that I don’t let myself get to “I’m stressed and famished!” mode. When that happens, I’m so hosed!
Jun 25, 2018 @ 14:47:38
me too!