It's Working!

I've just finished the first week of my 90 day challenge and it looks like things are off to a good start.  My weight after the first week is 65.3 kg (roughly 144 lbs).  That's a loss of 0.5 kg or 1.1 lb.  Considering that my goal was to lose about one pound per week, I'm right on target.  My measurements are pretty much the same.  My waist is down about 1/2 inch from 32 to 31 1/2.

I love having the shakes for breakfast.  Breakfast has always been the hardest meal for me.  I know that it's important so I always try to eat something.  I just find that my stomach likes to wake up before being bombarded with food.  The shakes are a great first food in the morning.  I also find them remarkably filling so I'm not hungry again by 9:30.  It's also nice that they're quick and easy.  With having to deal with 4 kids and their routines each morning I often put off having breakfast and then get doing a bunch of other things so that it's almost lunchtime by the time I remember to eat.  With the shakes, they're so convenient, it's much easier to have them even when things are hectic.

One other major thing that I've noticed this past week is improved digestion.  I have two theories and what's really happening is probably a little of both.  One is that I believe that I have gluten sensitivities and since the shakes are gluten-free, my digestive tract is healing.  The other theory is that since I'm taking the vitamin pack that includes the probiotics, the flora in my gut is becoming healthier.  Either way, I'm happy.

So, who wants to join me on the road to better health.