From white bread to whole wheat - did this about 8 years ago and it took a bit to get used to but now I love not only whole wheat but various others like 12 grain, yum!
From whole milk to 2% - I did this when I moved out of my parents into my own place more than 25 years ago. Whole milk is too rich for me.
From regular yogurt to low fat, yummy!
From regular sour cream to low fat - this one I'm still not used to and basically I'd rather cut out sour cream lol!
"From regular sour cream to low fat - this one I'm still not used to and basically I'd rather cut out sour cream lol! " ~ Not me!! I was so happy when they came out with fat free sour cream!! I think it makes a great substitute for heavy cream in many soup recipes etc. : )
I've made the same changes you have, only to skim milk and fat free yogurt & sour cream. Cheese is harder - it's difficult to find skim milk cheeses here. We use part skim mozzarella a lot though.
I never thought to try the low fat sour cream in soups but now I think I will, thanks!
I love mozzarella, I wish the husb did as well but he is stuck on aged cheddar. Maybe I can sneak mozzarella into the house when we've run out of cheddar, he'll eat it then hehe :)
I actually increased my water intake (from 0 to 4 bottles ad ay), cut the sodas, and added a huge salad to my lunch everyday. I have noticed a big difference in the way my clothes fit, I feel much happier, and my digestive system is working wonderfully! I know this is a "Duh" moment, but when you are stressed and out of time, all the high-fat, high-calorie, eat-while-driving foods worked best. Not anymore. I have also began to take the time to sit down and eat. I have become much more aware of what I am eating. Who knew these little changes could make a big difference? I am loving it!
I was surprised at the difference water makes. I've never totally bought into the whole needing 8 glasses a day above and beyond what you're already getting in food, other drinks, etc .... but all I know is when I drink water I lose weight, and when I don't I either sit there or gain! That's all I need to know, lol! ;o) I do add either Crystal Light, Lipton or Nestea singles to mine though, most of the time. Green tea with lemon.
