If you read my previous post, you know that I am now a part-time vegetarian. Well, I wanted to expound on my "Broke-Ass Diet" for anyone who wants to try it and see what happens. Obviously I'll keep you updated, as I have only been on it for a week and have also been partaking in the holiday candy that comes my way.

So, if anyone wants to try it, please leave your feedback and your results here. Starting on Monday, November 12, 2007, I will stick to the regimen and post my results weekly. As of now, I weigh 118 lbs, give or take. I'll weigh myself on Monday morning to be sure.

The "Broke-Ass Diet"

Breakfast - 1 Bowl of Cereal, your choice as long as it has whole grains in it - General Mills usually has whole grains in their cereal
Use either Soy Milk or Non-Fat Milk. I use soy (SILK) cause I am lactose intolerant.

Snacks - if you must have one, can consist of tea w/ honey, fruit, or vegtables.

Lunch - 1 Bowl of salad, your choice. I just buy a 1-2 lb bag so I won't have to keep going to the store. My 1lb bag was $1.99 and it's going to last through next week. Pretty good deal there! Salad dressing. I try to spice up my lunch. It doesn't really matter what kind you use, but try to opt for the fat free variety. I usually drink a naked juice cause they were free and I have enough for at least a month. However, since we're all broke here, I say get a large juice from the store that is packed with vegetables and/or fruit and nutrients. Usually V8 has some that include both and are low in sodium. Salt usually makes you thirstier and I believe it makes you bloated when taken in excess. I think they usually cost around $4-$5 for a large one.

Snack - again, I'm usually busy so I don't snack, but if you do need one try fruit, celery, or something really small. Sometimes, this is where you can fit that holiday cookie in.

Dinner - Be discretional with dinner. Often times I'll eat a chicken sandwhich cause it costs $1 at McDonalds and I'm constantly on the go (gotta keep working so I'm not so broke anymore). I usually keep my dinner small so when I go to bed I won't still feel it.

On top of this, I follow these rules:

1) Get at least 6.5-8 hours of sleep, no less.
2) Excercise 2-3x week
3) Drink plenty of water
4) Don't eat 2 hours prior to bed time

Now, if you're like me, you probably go out on the weekends and that's why you're so broke during the work week. That's fine, but try to go to places that have no cover, have drink specials, and are close by home so you don't have to drive.

You shouldn't spend more than $10/week; which is way better than some diets that say "For only $10/day." I mean, that's $100/week on food. No thanks! I'll use the extra $300 I save on stocks...or for the weekends.