Year 2, Day 273: This is the End

Well it's not really the end but I did eat three handfuls of cashews and almonds, followed by six squares of Green and Black chocolate after dinner today. That's not entirely good, and it doesn't make me feel that good afterwards, even though I liked it a lot as I was eating it. Today, my Russo's salad came to nearly seven dollars. A co-worker said it was a "desperate cry for help." He might be onto something there.

Breakfast
Kashi Go Lean!
Blueberries
Banana
Heritage Flakes
Unsweetened Soy Milk
Coffee

Lunch: Russo's ($6.73)
Romaine, Red Leaf, Red Pepper, Red Onion
Feta, Chicken, Broccoli, Mushrooms
Balsamic Vinegar

Dinner:
Scallion-Swordfish
Asparagus

Dessert
3 Handfuls of Nuts
6 Squares of Green Black Espresso Dark Chocolate (110 Calories)


From The South Beach Diet Newsletter:
Starting the South Beach Diet® at Holiday Time

If you're thinking of starting the South Beach Diet® during the holidays, here's some advice you won't want to miss. According to Dr. Arthur Agatston, preventive cardiologist and author of The South Beach Diet®, the holiday season — with its endless parties and goodies — is a challenging time to try to change the way you eat ... but it's not impossible.

If you're determined to start your journey toward a healthy lifestyle now, Dr. Agatston recommends starting in Phase 2 and going back to Phase 1 after New Year's.

For the next couple of weeks, you will be surrounded by temptations in the form of highly processed carbs, such as sugary cookies, buttercream cakes, and other holiday treats, explains Dr. Agatston. "By starting the South Beach Diet® in Phase 2, you can allow yourself occasional indulgences, as well as a glass or two of wine (or another South Beach Diet®-approved cocktail) along with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins that are the staples of the South Beach Diet®. Then, once the New Year comes, you can start following Phase 1, which is particularly good for people who have a lot of weight to lose or who are experiencing cravings. Or, you can remain in Phase 2, where you can expect to lose weight at the rate of 1 to 2 pounds per week."