Day 93

It's been a while since I've posted.......I guess it's safe to say that I've been stuck in a "diet rut".  After Spring Break, I got VERY frustrated over the fact that I was still only 10 pounds down. I decided to try something different to help me with my weight loss goals.  One of my biggest obstacles, as I've mentioned before is that I am HORRIBLE about eating veggies. At first, I looked into "juicing" but decided if I can't stand to eat veggies....I more than likely wouldn't be able to stand juicing them either.  Next, I considered the "old school" Slim Fast diet.......then after looking at all the "mystery" ingredients it contained.....I decided that wouldn't be a good choice either.  Then, I remembered someone telling me about "Manna 360" when I started my blog in January.  I began to research it and learned that the product comes from local company based out of Sarasota, Live Smart 360.  The more I read about it....the more I wanted to try it.

Here are the highlights that "sold" me on giving "Manna 360" a try:

One Manna 360 shake serving (3 Weight Watcher Points): 

• Helps weight management feel effortless.
• Fulfills your body's daily nutrient requirements (RDA).
• 77 vital ingredients.
• 40 fruits and vegetables, protein, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, super foods, antioxidants, enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and adaptogens.
• Provides 32% of your daily recommended fiber.
• Supports nutritional needs during weight-loss efforts.
• Naturally reduces cravings and appetite.
• Naturally recharges healthy energy levels.
• Enhances fat burning lean muscle mass.
• All-natural, top quality "no compromise" ingredients.
• Contains NO artificial sweeteners, added sugar, preservatives, chemicals, or controversial ingredients.
• Formulated to be 99% lactose free.
• Easy to take along - traveling, camping, to the office.
• Easy to store. Does not require refrigeration.
• Convenient. Mixes with water or any beverage.
• Saves money vs. buying individual supplements.
• Saves money vs. buying expensive whole-foods.
• Saves money vs. throwing away spoiled foods.
• Saves time vs. preparing whole-food meals.
• Saves time vs. shopping for expensive whole foods.
• Tastes terrific - It tastes like Vanilla icing to me.  Yummy!

Only a few minutes after researching the product I discovered that a Facebook friend had recently become a distributor...........all the signs were pointing in the "Live Smart 360" direction!  After a phone conversation with her, she told me about additional products that would help me reach my weight loss goal.  I have now been using them for two weeks and I must say......I feel great!  I have one shake for breakfast, a healthy lunch, a shake for an afternoon snack, and eat dinner with my family each night. My energy has increased, I'm sleeping better, and I'm getting the nutrients my body needs.  I don't know how many pounds I've lost yet because I decided to step away from the scale.  It was beginning to frustrate me, so I'm trying to stay away from it and only weigh once a month.  BUT......according to my 7 year old's "hug test", I'm moving in the right direction.  The other day he said, "Mommy, you're getting littler.  You know how I can tell?  My fingers can touch when I hug you!"  Hearing that feels better than seeing a smaller number on the scale in my book!

I think it is no coincidence that the product I am using is called "Manna 360". Exodus 16 speaks of how God provided Manna to the Israelites when they were in the wilderness.  They began to lose faith in God and he sent the manna down from Heaven to test them.  Just as the manna tested the faith and strength of the Israelites, Manna 360 is a reminder that I need to keep my Faith in God throughout this journey and always remember.........Everything 4:13!