You don’t want to go to the bathroom after me.
Anyone else having Ace Ventura flashbacks?
In the final week before my figure competition, I’ve cut out all that is good. My only vegetable is asparagus. Asparagus is like body building super food. It is low in sodium and sugar, high in protein, and a natural diuretic. My pee stinks. I don’t think I’ll ever eat asparagus again. Until the next competition.
See my veggie drawer at the bottom? That’s nothing but asparagus. I spent $40 on asparagus. Other items in the fridge include sweet potato, spaghetti squash, chicken (5 ways), swordfish, and tuna. All of these are pre-cooked so I can eat in a hurry.
Below I’ll chronicle the 7 exciting meals I have to shovel down… but first a little inspiration. Monday I asked what quotes or songs inspired you to push through, and Alexandra shared to following quote:
“The brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls are not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something. Because the brick walls are there to stop the people who don’t want it badly enough. They’re there to stop the other people.” – From “The Last Lecture”
This really resonated with me, and inspired me to keep pushing all day. If it were easy everyone would be doing it!
This Halloween-themed What I Ate Wednesday is downright scary. Repetitive meals terrify me. That’s exactly what today’s post is. Sorry.
Check out my freakishly boring eats below, and then click here to head over to Jenn @ Peas and Crayons to get to see some more exciting Halloween treats.
Meal 1:
In effort to shake things up, I have been drinking my morning cocktail out of champagne glasses. It’s almost like a mimosa. But not.
For breakfast I am allowed a protein (chicken or white fish), oatmeal, and 10 blueberries.
Yes, I said 10.
Thank god for last week’s Cinnamon-Flax Chicken creation. I think this is the only way I can eat breakfast protein.
Served with oatmeal, which I flavored with almond extract, vanilla, and an ass-load of cinnamon (that’s a technical term). And 10 blueberries. 10.
Meal 2:
Asparagus. Protein. Spaghetti. Squash, that is. I only get carbs before 2 pm now (at meals 1-3). My carbs can be oatmeal, sweet potato, or winter squash.
Here I roasted some asparagus to go with my spaghetti. While that was cooking, I made a quick sauce of lemon juice, rice vinegar, cilantro, and 1 drop of lemon Stevia (a little goes a long way). For my protein, I had a serving of my pre-cooked chicken. This one was done on a grill pan with a Mexican spice blend (sodium-free, obv).
It wasn’t half bad!
Meal 3:
I swear I don’t know what I’d do without Swordfish. The asparagus I could do without. At least I get 1/2 tsp olive oil at lunch. I drizzled my meal with Sweetwater Growers‘ Habanero-infused olive oil, and topped it with fresh basil.
Since it is Halloween, I decided to get festive for my carb at lunch. No candy for me this year, but who needs that when you have sweet potatoes? (I’m totally lying – I’d kill someone for a Halloween cookie right now.)
I turned my ‘tater into a pumpkin dessert by mashing it with a little water, lots of cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar and maple extracts, and a few drops of liquid Stevia. His face is made of oats and his stem is – what else – an asparagus tip.
Meal 4:
Seared tuna steak with a green onion, ginger, and lime sauce. More asparagus. This time in soup form. I’d like to work on this recipe and post it… it’s not ready yet.
Meal 5:
Surprise! More asparagus, this time sauteed with garlic and red pepper flakes. Topped with 1/2 tsp Sweetwater Growers‘ Rosemary-infused olive oil. And Swordfish. I miss nighttime carbs.
Meal 6:
More chicken, this one grilled in a Mediterranean spice blend. And I shook things up with… WHITE asparagus. Eaten raw with a sprinkle of cumin. Despite its phallic appearance, I normally love white asparagus; however, at this point I hate all things asparagus.
White asparagus is nearly identical to green nutritionally speaking, but it is white due to having been kept out of the light. The flavor is slightly milder then green, and it’s a little softer. They sort of taste like endive to me.
Meal 7:
No more dessert for me. Sort of.
Dessert chicken, anyone? In the South people eat chicken and waffles for breakfast sometimes. Gladys Knight has a famous restaurant based on the concept! With this in mind, I tossed this chicken with a little maple extract and cinnamon before baking. Then I sprinkled everything with more cinnamon… even the asparagus.
Not bad. Would be better with a waffle. And syrup. Mmmmm… sugar…
It’s also Foodie Penpal reveal day!!!
Emily sent me a delicious box of goodies. At least I think they are delicious… since it’s not asparagus, I can’t eat it until after I walk of that stage Saturday night. 🙂 That chocolate granola is coming with me though!!
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The protein count for the day: 192g. The sodium count: 602.8mg (all from the protein!). The sugar was 17.7g.
Driving home from posing practice last night I was stuck between a Krispy Kreme truck and a Pabst Blue Ribbon truck. I subsequently gave the universe the finger.
Do you like asparagus? Does it make your pee stink? I heard it doesn’t affect some people!
What is your favorite Halloween candy? I like Reese’s. Or Snickers. Frozen.
Candy @ Healthy In Candy Land says
Chicken for breakfast? That is further evidence of your dedication. You are a strong lady. I love asparagus, but I could definitely see despising it very quickly with this regimen. And yes on the pee thing.
I am dressing up as a raven tomorrow. I’ll eat a Reeses for you. Happy Halloween!
Laura says
It was ok for the first day or so… by now I’m over it.
Eat 2 Reese for me. Quoth the raven nevermore.
Heather @ Kiss My Broccoli says
Aww, honey!! I can only imagine how much you are going to HATE asparagus after this week! I like it, but dude, all day every day for a week? Ugh! Props on getting creative though…and I LOVE that you actually tried the cinnamon with it. Oh and ass-load? I’ve totally seen that in a measuring cup set…it’s equal to about 2 tablespoons! 😉
The little punkin is SO cute…even if you had been wishing he’d taste more like a cookie. I didn’t just say that. No, I didn’t just say the “C” word….forgive me!
My pee never smells with asparagus…though it might if I had it like 5 times a day! :-/
Favorite Halloween candy: Reese’s definitely
Laura says
Wouldn’t it be hilarious if we made a “funny” set of measuring spoons like that?! 1/4 tsp would be “Why bother?”
Khushboo says
Oh man you are SUCH a trooper….how do you still manage to make your meals look/sound delicious despite all these limitations?!! You are SO close Laura…4 days to go an then that frozen Snickers is yours. I love that you enjoy chocolate frozen too…people think I’m so weird when I say I prefer my chocolate straight out of the freezer.
Can’t recall asparagus ever affecting the smell of my pee but then again, my consumption is a fraction of yours. Beetroot, however, sure leaves it mark! Just out of curiosity though- how come only asparagus is the only veggie allowed? Is the sodium content that much lower than broccoli/spinach?
Laura says
Trust me – they seem less than delicious at this point. 😉
Asparagus is low in sodium and sugar, high in protein, and a natural diuretic. It’s like a body building super food.
The Get in Shape Girl says
It has been 5 months since my last show and I have not touched asparagus since. I do kind of miss my pee smelling like tires though. That was always hilarious to me.
You are almost there though! You totally got this. And btw, that halloween candy is way overrated. I would take sweet potato with some cinnamon, nutmeg and coconut oil any day over halloween candy!
Laura says
Tires! That’s exactly it!
I wonder why no one has made a SP candy bar yet? 😉
Julie says
I love the tags on the food! I’ll have to try that next time!
Sue says
Oh my, I’d go crazy eating like that! You are really dedicated!
I’m not a fan of asparagus. The green kind is ok, but the white? Yuck! Plus, it’s very expensive around here and has a very short season, like from April to June. I don’t like Halloween candy, either. Instead, I’m still eating ass-loads of cherry chocolates. 😉
Hang in there, Laura! Just a few more days to go!
Btw, I love that sweet potate face!
Laura says
At our crazy-huge international farmer’s market, I can get good produce of any kind year round – I got some insanely good blackberries a couple weeks ago!
Thank you, Sue!
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says
You are almost there!!! Keep up the good work. Despite your claims of a ‘blah’ eating week, your food looks really good! It’s a lot more creative than most people get. Hang in there!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
You are doing so awesome!! Saturday will be here before you know it 🙂
Miss Polkadot says
Wow, that must be so tough to get through – no vegetables others than asparagus?! And yes, some people’s pee stinks after asparagus consumption while others’ doesn’t. That’s due to the enzyme asparagusic acid being existent in about every second person only. If it’s present the pee stinks. Hope you don’t mind my nerdiness :D.
Are you planning on a special indulgence after your competition on Saturday? Good luck for it! I’ll sure be back to read about how it went.
Laura says
I love your nerdiness! Thanks for the education. 🙂
you know I have the indulgence(s) planned! I already bought a jar or ridiculously expensive PB and planned the post-show dinner location for my team.
Miss Polkadot says
Expensive PB sounds like a mighty fine plan :D! Which dinner location did you pick?
Laura says
It’s in Charleston – called Butcher & Bee.
janet @ the taste space says
Wowzas! Lots of asparagus for sure! I like how you used white asparagus too! It doesn’t look like you are enjoying your meals as much as before… more like fuel? BTW can you eat carob or cocoa? I have had these on my hit list to try!
http://sweethealthyliving.com/2012/09/birthday-celebrations-carob-and-squash/
http://sweethealthyliving.com/2012/06/best-brownies-yet/
Laura says
No cocoa… but I’m marking these to try soon! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen says
Um. You can’t title this “Most Boring Food Post Ever” and then have a SWEET POTATO PUMPKIN FACE on it!
That made me happy.
Also, going ‘real vegan’ (rather than the type who takes a pass now and then) has eliminated all Halloween treats from my diet. This is both a good and bad thing. When the candy goes on sale tomorrow, my will power will be tested.
(Although is it sad I’m really more excited about a big bowl of Greek yogurt…regardless of what happens in the bathroom afterwards?)
Gee. We are quite the pair.
Laura says
LOL! I’m so glad that made you smile. 🙂
Mmmmm… Greek yogurt… how about on-sale pumpkin Reeses on greek with chocolate? YUM.
Jessie says
Almost there hunnie! I don’t know how you do it (okay obviously pure dedication & heart), but you are just a rockstar!
Also, you still managed to make all of your meals look delicious!!
Amelia says
I love your determination and dedication. The brick wall quote at the beginning is such a great way to look at the situation. Keep on pushing! You are definitely my motivation to workout in the afternoons and keep my diet clean.
What is the first thing you want to eat after your competition? It could be that day or day after, but what are you most looking forward to?
Laura says
Amelia…. thank you SO much. That means a lot. 🙂
We picked a really cool food spot post-show, but I’ll have a jar f PB on hand and some cookies!
Tina @ Best Body Fitness says
I still don’t like asparagus. 3 years later.
I’m no help am I?
Laura says
No… but it helps to know you understand. 😉
Alexandra says
I can honestly say I don’t think I’ve ever seen that much asparagus in my life!! Even the poor happy pumpkin man you created wasn’t immune to the evil asparagus haha
BUT you’re SO SO close! You got this girl! Only a few more days of stinky pee and then BAM! Trophy time 😉
Laura says
I can honestly say I hope to never see this much again. 😉
Sara @my less serious life says
wow. asparagus madness!
Jill @ Fitness, Health and Happiness says
I love asparagus and the answer is yes. Which, by the way, becomes my son’s favorite topic of conversation when we have asparagus for dinner. Oh well, at least he will eat it 🙂
lindsay says
well at least you are creative with asparagus. I’m sure its pouring out of your sweat too! hehe.
so so close!! I am praying for a good rest of your week and show!
Laura says
Funny… my sweat doesn’t smell. I wonder why that is…
Lee says
Asparagus is not my favorite. I can’t imagine eating $40 worth of it! You’re almost there though, hang in there! The pumpkin sweet potato is cute.
Laura says
Thanks Lee! We’ll have to go to dinner with Tina at a place that doesn’t even have it on the menu. LOL!
P.S. Are you around next weekend?
Lindsay's List says
my gosh – this is killing me and i’m not the one doing it! i’ll eat some halloween candy for you – as a friend.
Laura says
LOL! Thanks friend. Make it a Reeses. Or a chocolate cookie. Or a shot of tequila. 😉
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
I love asparagus but not sure I could eat THAT much. I’m not a candy person so I really can’t say I have a Halloween treat. When I was a kid I loved Heath bars but you rarely got those.
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
Holy asparagus, Batman!
I’m actually one of those people who don’t get affected by it. No smell whatsoever!
Laura says
Lucky!!! It’s driving me nuts.
Danielle says
Hang in there!!!! Only 4 more days of eating asparagus right?! I am so inspired by your motivation to stick through all of this! So excited for your competition! I know it’s going to be great!
Amanda @ .running with spoons. says
Oh girl… I don’t even wanna know what my pee would smell like if I ate that much asparagus… especially because it only takes a couple of stalks to make things smell ‘unique.’ I actually read somewhere that asparagus does that to everyone, but that only like 30% of people can detect it or something. I guess we’re just special!
Laura says
The volume doesn’t make it stronger, but it just doesn’t ever go away. TMI? LOL!
Parita says
I love asparagus but hate the smelly pee! So gross!!
And you counting out blueberries reminds me of the other day when I was counting and portioning out raw almonds for me and Vishnu to take to school/work. He couldn’t understand why I didn’t just take a handful, put them in a bag, and call it a day. I tried to explain…don’t think it go through though!
Kierston says
Isn’t it amazing how creative we get in the last weeks b4 the competition?!
I have loads of spinach and chicken and egg whites and oatmeal and fish and flax in my fridge. The things you can do with flax seeds is awesome ;
Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says
You’re doing an amazing job with the protein intake – and incredibly creative with the halloween themed “dessert”. 😉
Allie says
I want to know who these immune to the effects of asparagus people are. I am NOT one of them. Like, it takes all of five seconds after eating a piece of asparagus. And oh lord, I’m sick of asparagus just LOOKING at your asparagus (but rock on that I guess the cinnamon right on IG, haha). HOLY COW 3.5 days! You can do it! Love that brick wall quote.
Laura says
I’m the same way! At least more doesn’t make it even worse.
Sara Grambusch says
I would die if I could only eat asparagus. That’s not true…it would probably be good for me, but I HATE it! I do eat meat for breakfast and before bed. I bet you’d never be so excited for the day when you can have 11 blueberries. Goodness me.
Laura says
11 blueberries… *swoon*
Amanda @ Romancing the Unusual says
Wow, I love asparagus but eve I couldn’t handle THAT much! You’re a trooper, though and it’ll pay off! 🙂
Courtney says
I did not find your eats boring at all. Actually, you make them quite entertaining! 🙂 I cannot imagine the pee smell after eating all that asparagus. Yikes, haha! The white asparagus look like fingers! Definitely Halloween-y.
Good luck with the rest of your week before the big competition! You will rock it!
PS- I should try the cinnamon chicken… sounds interesting. 🙂
Laura says
Cinnamon chicken actually isn’t bad! Just maybe not for breakfast…
RavieNomNoms says
You are doing so well!! You managed to spice up all those dishes that had asparagus. I know what you mean about repetition though. It can be rather scary if you have to do it all the time, but you won’t have to after the competition!
Kelsey @ somuchlifetolive says
Asparagus definitely affects meeee!!! Haha. 🙂
Rachel @ My Naturally Frugal Family says
Yes too much asparagus does have an adverse effect. I can’t even imagine having to eat as much of it as you are…i think it would cause me to just gag.
As for Halloween candy I don’t think I have a favorite…although an endangered species mini chocolate bar never hurt 🙂
Maybe a little post competition Halloween candy could be consummed, or will you be too busy getting ready for the next competition (I’m not sure how often you all compete)?
Laura says
I will definitely have some treats post-competition, then it’s back to the grind stone for the next competition!
Leanne @ Healthful Pursuit says
This is so fascinating! We had a friend that was in loads of competitions and I remember her chowing down on chicken. So much chicken. I don’t know if I could do it. Good on ya! I love the part where you said you’d kill someone for a Halloween cookie. I get that. Good luck on Saturday! Can’t wait to hear about it 🙂
theresa @ aspoonfulofsunshine says
Oh my gosh, $40 on asparagus?! That is dedication girl! And I’m sure it will pay off once competition time comes :))
Alex @ therunwithin says
Hang in there, you are one tough cookie for sticking with it. I am impressed by your dedication. I love asparagus but I think if that is all I could have, I too would be sick of it. I honestly can’t wait to hear about your competition. I am just anxiously waiting for that post.
Laura says
Thanks, Alex! I’m just anxiously waiting the competition. 🙂
Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says
I truly find the science of pre-competition so interesting. Fortunately, I don’t have to actually eat that way. I had asparagus last night too. Fortunately, I don’t have to have it again tonight. Or tomorrow. Or…
Good luck on your competition. I’m sure all this asparagus will do you good in the end. Even if you never eat it again.
Laura says
Ha! My mom had asparagus last night and I couldn’t understand WHY… used to love it… notsomuch…
Calee (@chimes) — life + running says
So what is it about asparagus that is so freaking special that you are supposed to eat it all this week? shit, I love asparagus, and I would gladly eat it all the time.
I’m a weird foodie. I’m a fan of repetitive meals, but I change it up every week. I typically eat the same or a similar thing for breakfasts and lunches M-F. I used to pack my lunches for the whole week of work on Sunday. I’m a big fan of convenience/time-saving so this works for me. Not so much for Mark who seriously hates repetitive meals.
Laura says
Asparagus is low in sodium and sugar, high in protein, and a natural diuretic. It’s like a body building super food. Trust me, it gets old.
Sierra @ Posh Meets Pavement says
You have major dedication and a strong will. I cannot wait to see your photos because I bet you look banging! I think that despite you limitations, you still have some creative meals with lots of flavor.
Carol @ Lucky Zucca says
Thanks for sharing that quote from the comments- it is truly inspiring! Just like you. You’re right- if it were easy, everyone would be doing it. And you’re so close!!! Hang in there girl, I know you can do this!!!
Your sweet potato pumpkin is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. I love him!!! So… I’m sure someone else asked but why so much asparagus? I love asparagus and it makes me sad that you’re not going to like it. That’s like 5 things I love that you don’t like which makes me think something is wrong with my pallet.
My pee does stink from asparagus. And my favorite Halloween candy is….. I don’t know! Everything is better in mini size. Except reeses and then I want the pumpkins. I’m not going to list because I feel like that is just mean. BUT you can eat them all so soon! And just think- they will all be on sale!! 😉
Carol @ Lucky Zucca says
NEVER MIND! I found the asparagus answer!
Laura says
Those Reeses pumpkins are the best! I was already thinking that I need to go find those on sale tomorrow. And maybe one of those Peanut Butter Snickers Bars…. and I’m making cookies to take. Basically, I don’t’ want anything green, chicken, or seafood. 🙂
Jed Gray (sportsglutton) says
Yes, about asparagus on both account (breath deeply) and favorite candy has to be twix…very dangerous to have around.
Laura says
Remember Cookie ‘n Creme Twix? Those were tasty…
Heather @ Better With Veggies says
Oh man, this week has got to be hard on you! Just keep thinking of the treats that are coming your way after this weekend!
Laura says
That’s ALL I’m thinking about. 🙂
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
At least you’re creative and have fun with it! I know this part is hard, but you’re doing such a great job! That cookie is in your very near future!
P. S. Do I need to tell you what white asparagus looks like in pictures? It made me giggle! 😉
Laura says
I KNOW!!! I almost wrote about their phallic nature but I thought discussing my pee was enough for one post. 😉
Michelle says
I’m so glad I found your blog! I am also training for a Figure Competition but not for another 11 months. Giving myself a ton of time to lose the fat and gain the muscle. We’ll see how it goes. Anyways, love what you’re blogging here…I follow Allie too so now I have two role models to look up to! 🙂
Best of luck in the competition on Saturday (correct?).
Also, I think I read you were vegetarian or vegan?..but did you change back to a meat eater while training for this comp? Curious…
Laura says
Thank you, Michelle! Good luck with your training – can’t wait to follow you!
I went vegan for a bit, then mostly veg… then I gave into to seafood… then chicken. It was just too hard to get the protein otherwise. My stomach couldn’t take that much soy.
Eva @ Commited2Nutrition says
I have to say that I think your meals look delicious! but i am the most boring eater ever, ha. but seriously, they look so good. Asparagus I love!! but yes totally makes me pee stink, haha. You are SO CLOSE!!! you got this.. you’re rockin’ it! Question – do you feel super hungry or are these meals really satisfying?
Laura says
Definitely not hungry – it’s a lot of food and I’m drinking 120 oz of water everyday (until today wen I start cutting back).
Laura says
That is a lot of asparagus in one day, my friend! Yes- we all love it, and it has the same affect here. 🙂 Oh those ten little blueberries look so sad. Just a few more days!
Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says
You are so creative with what you can have!! 10 blueberries??? That would just make me mad! lol Just think… you are almost there… then you can have as many krispy kremes you want! 😉
Laura says
Haha – I’m going to eat 100 berries after this is over! And a Krispy Kreme. Hot. Mmmm…
Lisa says
SO close! Just a few more days of asparagus;) Ha ha. Oh man, I’m one of the few that can get by with my pee not smelling from asparagus. TMI? Hey, at least your still having fun with food. Just keep up the great attitude and it will be over faster! You are seriously doing amazing! So proud of you.
Laura says
Really?! I’m jealous! Thanks, Lisa! 🙂
Jenny$1983 says
Your food still looks amazing – you have a serious talent!
Asparagus makes my pee smell a little bit funny (I love that we’re all talking about our pee and how it smells on your blog), but I can’t say it bothers me to be honest!
We’re not that big on ‘Halloween Candy’ in England (we don’t call it candy, for a start 😀 ), so I’ll tell you my favourite chocolate bar is Snickers. I’d love to send you multi-packs of them for after your competition but it’s a little expensive from here! Instead here’s my favourite thing to do with Snickers (which is why I rarely eat them any more) which you could keep in mind until after the competition and you could celebrate with it: chop it up and put it on scoops of toffee/caramel ice cream and chocolate or coffee flavoured ice cream, then cover it with homemade magic peanut butter shell (coconut oil, peanut butter and maple syrup) and/or chocolate magic shell (coconut oil, cocoa powder and maple syrup). This also works wonderfully with any flavour of ice cream, and Malteasers instead of Snickers. I came up with it as an example to my mum of how to put weight on – if I ever stop caring about my health and how I look I think I’d end up housebound in a few months!
I can’t believe your competition is so soon! I’m actually kind of excited on your behalf, I wish I could see you competing! You’ll kill it 🙂
Laura says
What do you call it? Thanks for the thought.! I’d love to try your Snickers weight gainer! Wonder if my trainder would approve that…
Jenny$1983 says
You’re welcome 🙂
We seem to separate it into two subcategories, and mainly call them sweets and chocolate: sweets are more like Haribo, Wine Gums, Fruit Pastilles, jelly beans, anything chewy, a pick ‘n’ mix type thing. Then there’s just ‘chocolate’ which includes any type of chocolate bar, Revels and stuff like that.
I can’t for the life of me see why your trainer wouldn’t approve my two-day’s-worth-of-calories in a bowl creation 😉
Laura says
I’ll take the chocolate! 🙂
Kelly@Chow-Daily says
I love asparagus, but know that I would get sick of it if it was the only veggie I was allowed to eat. As I was reading I was going to ask what the difference between white and green is, because I’ve seen jarred white asparagus before but it looked kind of yucky to me. Doesn’t sound too bad from your description though. I have actually never experiences the “smelly pee” phenomenon, although eating it with every meal would most likely cause it any day of the week. Favorite Halloween candy = anything chocolate (and I mean anything).
Laura says
The white does have an “interesting” look to it… tee hee.
Alysha @Shesontherun says
I want to see what $40 of asparagus looks like 🙂 I would pickle some to use in bloody mary’s! And yes, my pee smells after about 2 bites. EW!
Laura says
I think the total was 3 bundle of “regular,” 2 of the white, 3 of the thin, and 2 of the thick. It’s a lot.
Nadiya says
Woaaa… wait how come you can only eat asparagus? That’s crazy!!! It’s ok, a couple more days and you can have proper veggies. Girl you’ve got discipline having 10 blueberries or 1/2 tsp of oil!
Laura says
Asparagus is low in sodium and sugar, high in protein, and a natural diuretic. It’s like a body building super food.
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal says
“dessert chicken” haha man, there is an overload of asparagus here. Girl… I’m praying for you! I would go crazy right about now but then again I don’t have a comp coming up. Thank goodness this is not forever. I bet your pee smells awesome now. LMAO wait did I just type that? Haha yes. And I’m not gonna erase it because you know everyone else is thinking it too. Happy day 🙂
Laura says
These pee comments are seriously making my day! 🙂
Jody - Fit at 54 says
I am losing track of if I commented or not! 😉 I just send HUGE HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The dieting sucks the big one & especially the closer you get!!!!!!
LOVE the quote!
Laura says
LOL! I keep saying it, but your support have been HUGE. Thank you! xo
Eating 4 Balance says
Totally not boring! Jealous of your pumpkin!! I ran out over the weekend and have been sorely missing though little orange cans. Haha 🙂
Yes, asparagus doesn’t know do well with me. Not much longer though!
I loved dark chocolate kit-kats. Those were the best!
Laura says
Mmmmm… dark chocolate…
Danielle @ itsaharleyyylife says
i love asparagus! it is always a treat when I get to buy it!
Joanna says
Ok, seriously, I had asparagus like 3 days in a row last year and haven’t been able to eat it since! I really am just getting around to even being able to look at it. I can’t imagine a week of it!
Mary Legare Whaley says
The first thing that came to mind when you mentioned asparagus was pee. Haha! It always blows my mind how fast it goes through my system. Like within 15 minutes of eating it, my pee smells fragrant of asparagus. Sorry, TMI. But it’s so funny how no other foods seem to do that. I don’t eat beets, but I hear they turn your pee pink or red? That’s frightening. As for Halloween candy, I tend to avoid it. Tonight, I got home from the gym at like 8:15. So no trick-or-treeters! Good thing, because I didn’t have any candy on hand. I make a point to get the most unappealing candy as possible to hand out. That way, I won’t want to eat it myself. Smartees, Necco Wafers, Nerds, Dots, or bubble gum are nasty—but perfect, and super cheap. But what did I used to love when I went trick-or-treeting?…Snickers, Milky Ways, Butterfingers, M&Ms, and basically anything with chocolate. Starbursts and Skittles were a close second. That was not a boring post at all! 192 gm of protein? Dayuuummm. That’s crazy. And the 10 blueberries made me laugh. Keep up the hard work, you’re looking great!
Laura says
Beets don’t affect me, but my mom has the red pee issue. So weird how these things only hit some people.
That candy strategy is brilliant. I would do the same thing… and with the same candies. Smarties are such a waste! Give me chocolate!
purelytwins says
love asparagus, hate how expensive it is though, never really noticed the pee thing, I feel sometimes it does smell and other times nothing, weird.
Laura says
I never noticed it was so expensive until I bought it in bulk. LOL!
Hannah says
But what if they’re REALLY BIG blueberries? Could you only have 8, then? 😉
Laura says
I didn’t ask… I just pick out the biggest ones.
Stephanie says
Good luck on your contest! Only a few more days before you can eat normally again! =)
I loved your sweet potato ‘pumpkin’! haha
And I do enjoy asparagus, although I’m not sure if I would enjoy it 7 days in a row…
Laura says
Thank you!!! Yeah, 7 days, 6x a day is excessive…
Choc Chip Uru says
My friend I hope you never have to obsess over asparagus again! I’m sorry about the pea too!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Grubarazzi says
Not to torture you (because I only tortured myself) but I had 21 pieces of Halloween candy yesterday. Yep. 21. I so want nothing but asparagus today even though it makes my pee smell.
Laura says
I’ll trade you.
Carrie @ Season It Already! says
I love asparagus! But $40 worth – hmmm….
Laura says
It was a bit excessive…
Baker Street says
You do such a phenomenal job, Laura! Now, I feel my workout this morning was not good enough! 🙁
Laura says
Don’t say that! Working out is always an accomplishment. 🙂
Fran@BCDC says
Wow, Laura…That’s a lot of work… and a lot of asparagus. I’m curious what the asparagus does for you. You are amazing and I know you’ll do well! Can’t wait to hear how it goes!!
Laura says
It’s high protein, low sodium, and a diuretic. Thanks! 🙂
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says
Oh my gosh, I love asparagus but would be done with it too after that mass consumption. And who are these folks who say it has no impact on their pee. I’m not buying it.
Hang in there….I bet you can almost taste it…the sweet smell of victory…not asparagus or pee.