Chocolate Shakeology Recipe: Apple-Maple

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NOTE: I am a believer in having a weekly “cheat meal.” It helps me stay sane. I realize this doesn’t work for everyone as it can be a slippery slope. But it works for me.

Eat ssssslllllooooooowwwwwwlllllllyyyyyy…

Your brain and your belly are always talking. But sometimes, it takes a while for the message to get through. When you’re eating, it takes the brain 20 minutes to send a signal to your stomach that it’s had enough. So, if you eat fast, you’re likely going to eat more than you need to be satisfied. That’s the first part.

The second reason to eat slow is so that you can actually enjoy it. It doesn’t taste better just because you’re eating it faster does it? So put the fork down after each bite. Or better yet, do what we did and buy chopsticks (assuming you’re not good with them… which our family is not). Not only will your eating speed come down to a more reasonable pace, your kids will learn a skill, and you’ll look totally boss the next time you’re at PF Changs.

I was feeling defeated and frustrated with my health due to a chronic illness, but Matthew and the group met me where I was at and provided the balance of grace and truth that I needed. I lost 10 lbs during my first challenge, but more importantly I learned to be faithful with my responsibilities (eating well, exercising, etc.) and to trust God with the rest.

ANDREA R.Washington, DC