Guilty

I'm usually not one for publishing food porn, but these three staples of my diet -- bread, tomatoes, and garlic -- are simply incredible, and must be shared. I tried to respect their dignity, and told them that on my site, nudity was prohibited.

I feel like the healthiest I've ever been. Every morning begins with a small cup of coffee, and every evening closes with one glass of red wine. The worst thing I've put into my body in the three weeks I've been here is probably a chocolate bar. I derive my protein solely from dairy (yoghurt, chevre), lentils, chickpeas, and fresh eggs; I have one or two kiwis a day, to keep up my vitamin intake; I eat something fresh (i.e., not cooked) at least twice a day. Last night, dinner was a spinach salad with chevre, red peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, and balsamic vinaigrette; the night before, penne with escargots and mushrooms in a light cream sauce. Breakfast is usually fruit, eggs (with chevre, onions, garlic, peppers, zucchini, harissa [a very spicy, olive-oily pimento spread I bought from the market]), and bread. I consume what seem like massive amounts of food, but have actually lost weight and feel incredibly fit.

I hate to sound self-righteous, but I myself am amazed at how quickly the body adapts to a good diet. I feel more energized than ever (if that's possible), have clearer thoughts, and am more willing to jump around and exercise than I ever have been. Not that I've ever hated exercise --  but when you're feeling this great, a bike ride in the forest sounds like the best idea EVER, rather than just a good way to get some exercise.

I'm high on life !