The Big Prize

So, I was asked "what's the big prize for the 21 Day Sugar Detox/Nutrition Challenge?" and I admit I stood there a little perplexed. I had been trying to explain that it is not a contest, it is about one's health. I love doing a nutrition challenge with others because it reminds me that the most important thing about food is nourishment. It also reminds me to cook. It reminds me that wholesome, nutritious food can be really yummy.

So, what are my goals for my 21 Day Sugar Detox?

1. 100% compliance. No slip ups. What will be my greatest temptation? Wine and Crispin.
2. 8 hours of sleep a night.
3. Work out 5 days a week.
4. No wine.

Yep, wine does need to be on there twice. I love a nice glass of wine. The cooking every meal will grind on me a bit. But, it will be not pouring a glass of wine in the evening or ordering sparkling water when out that will cause me to whine.

It is just 21 days. I will likely drink LOTS of herbal tea. My crock pot will barely get put away. My family will long for dinner out. But, I can do this for 21 days.

Tomorrow night will be roast in the crock pot.

In the morning, I will sear the roast for some of that good carmelization flavor. Also into the crockpot will go chopped onion, carrots, some thyme, sea salt, garlic, and lamb stock. It will cook on warm all day. The sides will be sauteed mustard greens and butternut squash roasted with onions. Tomorrow, dinner will be right after my workout. So, the squash is timed so that I can have some too.

Sleep well, Mom