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Raw Cake at Tanya's Cafe
So many people these days are ‘dieting’, in a bid to either lose weight or gain a healthier life. The problem with diets is that they are a short term fix and are not sustainable to carry out long term. Diets often involve prevention and restriction, which can result in overindulging and binging.
Whilst I’m all for incorporating healthy food and lifestyle, I truly believe we shouldn’t prevent or restrict ourselves in a way that makes us unhappy or guilty when we give in to what we want (because that’s not healthy). Being on so many restrictive diets myself, I know how detrimental this can be. If I told myself I couldn’t have something, I would obsess over it and want it even more, this then led to overindulging and binging, followed by guilt and self-loath.
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In order to be healthy, you need to be happy! It’s so important to find a balance that allows us to enjoy and embrace life, as well as looking after ourselves. Allowing yourself to lead a balanced diet and eat what you want in moderation will not only make you happier but will most likely stop you from binging and feeling guilty about it. I soon learnt that if I wanted another one of my raw coconut bounty bars or a chocolate peanut butter cup, then I would allow myself. This relaxed attitude often made me not even want to go back for seconds!
Eating a whole foods diet is not a fad diet, it’s a lifestyle change and it's a really maintainable way to live. I eat the way I do simply because it’s helped me gain control over my symptoms and makes me happier and healthier. I enjoy waking up with energy now, rather than feeling groggy and sluggy and I certainly don’t miss that 4 o’clock slump feeling at my desk!
Whatever you decide to eat, ensure that it makes you feel good. The more we try to restrict ourselves the more we crave, so let’s be kind to ourselves and keep that happy balance!
Have a wonderful day xx
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