Why I eat clean!

I love all the foods that I should hate: pizza, fried chicken, cookies, any kind of bread and cheese., cake etc. Unfortunately, for me, when it comes to getting in shape and losing weight these food are on the " DON'T DO IT" list.  Eating clean is the way to go...and I have learned this the hard way. I was a tad bit skeptical at first but decided to give it a whirl. I have been doing the clean eating "thing" for about 4 months now with a relapse here and there. When I am eating right and and then sneak a cookie or a slice of pizza in, I call it a relapse. It may sound extreme but it is technically a relapse...I eat that slice of pizza and instantly feel bad, knowing that I am doing something bad for me. After the deed has been done I am in pain and sick. Taking that first bite of pizza is a-mazing, but then my stomach pays the price for it and I am feeling awful the rest of the day. With that being said here are some additional reason why I have decided to eat strictly a clean diet.

1) Energy, Energy, Energy!!! 

I am not a doctor so please verify this info with a professional...but from my research eating a clean diet boost your iron and vitamin B complex, which regulates your blood sugar. Eating processed carbohydrates ups your blood sugar which makes you feel tired and yucky! 

2)Less sick days!!! woot woot 

Veggies are loaded with vitamins!! Vitamin A is a nice vitamin that keeps your vision and immunity healthy!

3) Kicks the monster cancers BUTT! 

According to a study by Colorado State University Extension, the enemy (saturated fat...ew!) such as processed meat and fried foods increase cancer risk!! Luckily a clean diet full of fruits and veggies, boosts your intake of phytonutrients and antioxidants, which..... fight cancer growth WOO HOO!!!

Clean Eating Basics 

• Limit Processed foods
• Eat your fruits and vegetables 
• Say good bye to:
• saturated fats: butter, cheese, fatty meats
• alcohol
• white sugar and flour
• refined grains
• less sugar ( bye bye Dr. Pepper and sweet tea)
• Say hello to:
• Good Fats:olive oil, fish
• whole grains