Which would you pick today?! or ? . …. was the closest I could find to chip or…
Which would you pick today?! ? or ??
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….? was the closest I could find to chip or nacho ?
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Both of these are fine choices but that doesn’t make them the same. ?♀️
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The bell pepper nachos might be a fun way to eat a veggie, sure! ?♀️But they will never truly satisfy a real nacho craving. This version doesn’t provide much carbohydrate, which IS our body’s preferred energy source, so don’t be surprised if you’re drawn towards the cookies ? after eating these… your body is seeking out quick, easily digestible carbs (i.e. sugar & refined grains) or feel fatigued
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The real nachos? ➡️Totes fine! ?Would it feel great to eat mountains of queso drenched fried chips every day? No, probs not ?♀️ I mean, w/ no food rules you honestly have permission to do that if you want but the question is do you WANT to? Is it satisfying? Does it feel good?
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One isn’t “better” or “worse”, but they’re not the same. ?♀️. As an intuitive eater you have permission to pick either. Your choice can change day to day. Removing the guilt from enjoying cheesy, sour cream laden fried chips with greasy meat (nachos) when you want one is actually going to… shocker!… lead you to a more nutrient dense diet because you’ve met your craving & understand how eating various foods make your body feel (it’ll probably feel better to eat a “balanced meal” on the daily most of the time, right?)
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Permission is a crazy thing, folks! ?Not giving yourself permission cause you’ll be “out of control”? That thinking is causing the “out of control”-ness.
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Any time you feel guilt, say an affirmation or mantra to yourself like ? “Some foods nourish my soul more and some my body… I need and deserve both!” (?♀️that’s my fave one!) or “Guilt isn’t an ingredient!”
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Link in bio to snag a copy of my free e-book that will help you learn to actually “listen to your body” so that you can understand how each of these makes your body feel so that you can make the best decision for you in that moment. Listening to your body isn’t always “what am I craving!” like Instagram makes you think, checkout the e-book for how to ACTUALLY do it!
