I’ve gotten a few inquiries as to how my body is responding to the dramatic change I’ve made in my diet. Have I lost weight? Gained weight? Are my teeth sensitive? How’s my digestion?
Well, here’s a little update.
I’ve been eating at least 2500 daily calories worth of fruits and vegetables with some overt fats here and there for over 5 weeks. I’m head over heels in love with living this way and am amazed at how easily I’ve taken to it. Britney even mentioned today how in awe she was at how quickly I’ve adapted to this new lifestyle. It feels like I was made for it.
Weight. The first few weeks were interesting. I’ve pored over blogs and message boards and it seems to be a common experience that people will put on a little weight (or hang on to a lot of water) at first. This was also my experience. I freaked out at first, my clothes were tight and I did not appreciate it. However, if I could ignore that, I couldn’t deny that I felt great! Better than I’ve ever really known. At one point I even remember saying that if I continued to put on some weight, or even kept the small amount I’d gained, I wouldn’t care! I couldn’t fathom trading the new and energized experience I was having in my body for a thinner frame. I’d rather buy bigger jeans.
Fast forward another couple of weeks and I’m just about back to my usual size (my face still seems a little puffy, reminiscent of when I first started detoxing) and if I stay there, I’m alright with that. If I keep losing, I won’t complain! Overall though, here’s what I’ve learned: diet isn’t always about weight. This isn’t a new idea to me, I’ve long felt this way but this is the first time I’ve felt like I wanted to continue something as it, regardless of whether it gave me a bikini-worthy body. I like feeling steady and energetic and happy without coffee or chocolate OR fasting for that matter. I like feeling like I have all this abundance to access without feeling like it weights me down.
As for the other little issues, my teeth (which are usually on the sensitive side) are doing very well and my digestion continues to be better than ever. There is room for improvement in both areas but overall I’m very pleased. I’m now learning to incorporate my gourmet foodie side into fruitarianism. New, fruit-filled creations to come 
Good to hear it’s working out so well for you ~ I’m looking forward to seeing some of your fruit filled creations!
I was wondering how this affected your digestion. Thanks for the update!
Hi Randi,
I just read your blog posts from the past month and I wanted to thank you for sharing your experience with us. I know that you have been a very dedicated follower of natalia’s detox protocol, so I wonder how your views have shifted regarding candida and how strong of a role it plays in how you feel? For example, do you feel it is overemphasized while nutrients and energy from fruit is undervalued? Just curious, as I was quite (yet intrigued)you had made such a big change in your diet. Also, why do fruitarians frown upon colon cleansing?
xo
Erin
Hi Erin! Thanks for the questions. I started writing back to you and the response ended up being so long and somewhat jumbled so I think I want to dedicate a full blog post to it. I will quickly address the colon cleansing though- natural hygiene folks believe colonics are harmful, you wouldn’t find them in nature and that your body can handle the cleansing process on it’s own. Some people seem to be doing really well but it also appears that many fail. It’s my opinion that with colon cleansing they would be fine but I can’t say for certain. I have tried to give up colonics at many points and even though I continue to eliminate on my own, I never feel as bright or alive. I could go into my thoughts on this a lot more but maybe I’ll save that for a blog post too
Yay:-)!!! Can’t wait to read more. You rock.
Hi! So I was wondering….have your yeast symptoms flared up at all? I’m very envious of your fruity lifestyle, but like you in the past I’ve avoided it due to its high sugar content. Excited to keep following your progress!!
Thanks!
No yeast symptoms whatsoever! I’ve been shocked! No bloating or anything either. The 80/10/10 perspective is that sugar isn’t the problem but fat is. Or rather, sugar mixed with fat in the diet. I wouldn’t hesitate to say give it a try!