I know what you mean by conflicting information on food, however there is no questioning on foods with no labels. Interesting isn't it. Anything thats 'anti-inflammatory' is the way to go in our food choices. There is another way to get healthy its called, "grounding or earthing". Everyday or at least every other day walk barefoot in the grass or sit in a chair with your feet touching the earth. The electrons boosts our immune system it actually heals us from many of the ills that are affecting us. It takes about 30 minutes and its been widely studied by electrophysiologists and other medical experts.
Day 19.....You can do it...keep focused...Hugs

SAM! You're doing so well! Even though I haven't commented much lately, I have been diligently following your post. I'm so proud that you're at day 19. You're doing so, so well. CONGRATS. You're a STAR :)

Thanks Alex and stronger!!!! You are so sweet. Thanks for commenting stronger :)

Nabby - how interesting. That's a lovely idea, but what about when the ground is frozen? Haha heading into winter here in my part of the world. Now what I meant about conflicting ideas is this. Some people swear that yoghurt and oats is an awesome healthy breakfast. People who follow a paleo diet and people who follow anti inflammatory diets completely disagree, and say those foods do usmore harm than good. We are told milk is an awesome food but then again paleo + others disagree. Grains make us strong - no grains inflame.. You see what I mean? Of course everyone with an opinion thinks their opinion is right. I'm more inclined to believe your beliefs, I've read a fair bit about it. It's just so decking confusing!!!! Why can't science and mainstream society catch up to "the hippies"? Is it all about money? Ok now I'm really ranting. SO don't want to start a debate here...

Aaanyway

19 days pull free!!!!!!! Day 20 :)

You are FANTASTIC!!!!!

Why thank you dear, you are too!

URGH, I have the exact same feelings about nutrition! I was just complaining about the lack of impartial, good scientific studies on nutrition. It seems like the only reasonable thing to do is try different diets and see what works best for you, but it seems you'd have to try each one for a good few months, and that would take forever! Man, it sucks. Also, I don't know if it's as bad as other countries, but in the US you have food lobbyists getting the government to subsidize corn, wheat, dairy, etc. and not fruits and vegetables, which makes it a lot more expensive to eat healthy. </rant>

Congrats on your 20 days! You are the pull-free champion.

Oh wow that's crazy about the subsidisations.. I watched a documentary about corn in the US, it's like in every single product but they hide it by calling it different names!!! Eek. Here vegetables and fruit are really expensive too. I don't even have farmers markets close to me.. I think the trick is to know what's in season and buy things that are grown locally. They will always be cheaper. Or GROW your own veggies. Could you perhaps plant a few things in pots at your new place, any access to sun? Tomato plants grow well with a stake in the pot.

Hehe champion! I like the sound of that :)

Note to self and others.

If I don't touch, I can't be tempted. If I don't FEEL the hair I don't WANT to pull a hair. If I don't want to pull a hair then I won't become super anxious and frustrated.

So lesson is;

DON'T TOUCH.

I am writing that down and tape it on my laptop!! thank you!! :)

oh, and I listened to the song "we are the champions" by queen after I read that and I got so motivated!! good song right there. THAT SHOULD BE OUR GROUP'S THEME SONG!!!!!!!!!! :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFfCKy0nKr0

"we are the champions, my friends..and we'll keep on fighting till the end"

HEHEHEHEHE YES! I should really print out my strokes of inspiration.. but alas... I'm a lazy bitch.

HAHAHAHAHA, me too, dont feel bad!! :)

Confident, even in frozen weather, I go outside to a place of relaxation and sit quiet to relax, it does help.

You can make it to three weeks! You are strong, keep strong!

Here's to your success, whatever it takes, to finding the inner strength that can beat trich at its worst point!

Hugs!

:) lbee :)

Me too mid! Just can't imagine going out without my socks and shoes! Really though, that's how I relax. I feel a strong connection to nature and I love being outdoors. My favorite place is the beach and the ocean but I love hanging out on my front porch too. Lots of plants around and grass below and bush on the horizon, well behind the opposite row of houses. Picnics are the best! I love bushwalks in the blue mountains (where I live) as there's birds, waterfalls and quiet.

Rambling again...

20 days pull free, DAY 21!!!!!!!!!!!