I've been dieting for about 18 months and have lost 96 pounds. I've trimmed fat from every part of my body and dropped from size 20 to 4. My BMI has gone 34 to 24.7 (normal). One way that I keep diet momentum is to change it up. Every time I hear about a new diet superfood or supplement on a reputable source (Dr. Oz is my go-to). I give it a try. This weekend I took my girls shopping at T.J. Maxx. I always snoop out their gourmet section. I found a nutritional supplement powder called Artichoke Vitae Plus (made by Chimex of California). This powder is a blend of fat burners, antioxidants, fiber, aminos, energy boosters and vegan protein sources. It contains artichoke (blood sugar stabilizer, liver and artery cleanse), acai, apple, oat bran, nopal cactus, flaxseed, L-lysine and L-carnitine.
Two tablespoons has 4 grams protein, 6 grams fiber, no fat, 1 gram sugar, vitamins and minerals and only 25 calories. I add it to oatmeal or non-fat yogurt. I'm going to try adding to my bread recipe. It's crunchy and tasty. I believe it's gluten-free, but since I don't follow that diet, I recommend further exploration.
