Can you tell what I’m obsessed with lately? Nut butters and honey on toast! To be honest, I’ll never love almond butter more than I love peanut butter. I’m working on training my taste buds to truly enjoy it. And yes…its possible to train them. Jeremy and I finished a supersize jar of peanut butter in a week and a half. Now, I have to get rid of the peanut butter damage on my ass. Just kidding, I just swapped the peanut butter with almond butter. It’s not as addicting.
I have the type of body that gains weight fast. I wasn’t blessed with the “skinny jeans”(genes) I can fluctuate up to ten pounds week to week. My brother is the exact same way. Thanks, Dad! That is why I don’t weigh myself. When I need to drop a few pounds, I don’t diet or overexercise. I just make sure to eat super clean and cut back on the junk food. I replace my favorite foods with healthier versions. I can feel when my pants are snug or when I’m bloated. That is how I determine my gains. I never step on scales unless I’m in a doctors office. There is no need to stress over it, just move on with your healthy lifestyle!
A lot of people write me and say they’ve lost a ton of weight but have gained some back. They’re usually upset and frustrated, but its important not to stress. It happens to everyone. I gain weight all the time. If I didn’t, I’d be worried. I love food and sometimes it’s okay to splurge. Just continue your healthy lifestyle and focus on whats important to you! Don’t let that number determine who you are or how you feel. I promise you…your life will change after throwing away that stupid number game.
Anastasia says
Oh my gosh… you always know exactly what to say/post!!
Thank you for this! I have been having a hard time dealing with the fact that I am gaining all my old weight back after an eating disorder.
You are such an inspiration!
Angela says
So inspiring!
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun says
This is a great reminder!
Michelle Kim says
How encouraging! It is always great to know that there is someone who is working hard to stay healthy and doing a terrific job with finding balance. My weight fluctuates and I also put on weight fast. Always good to know I’m not alone 😉
Michela Bosio says
Love this post!
Livi says
I really love this post, it’s a great reminder!!
Alexandra says
Thank you so much for posting! I really needed to hear this after struggling with weight loss these past few weeks. Your posts are always so inspiring and it’s good to know that I’m not the only one who can fluctuate with weight so frequently!
Nica says
Thank you so much for encouraging me at all times, Taralynn!
<3 Nica
Kelly Sheehan says
This is a great post. You should write one focusing on the trials and tribulations of losing/gaining weight!
Meme @ Making Healthy a Lifestyle says
I feel the same way and never weigh myself. When my clothes start to feel snug I try to make veggies the main part of my meal and eat super clean. Thanks for sharing this!
Leigha @ Minougirl says
Such fantastic points! If you want to enjoy food at all, you’re going to have to gain a little weight sometimes! I also prefer peanut butter wayy over almond. Almond is so much more expensive!
Alissa says
Exactly what I needed to read! I gained a tiny bit of weight back thanks to a long birthday celebration last week and I’ve been frustrated every since.
Kelsey Greene says
This post was a really great reminder and I really needed to hear it. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one struggling sometimes. Thank you for your inspiration! 🙂
Lauren says
I feel you on not being blessed with “skinny genes.” I can probably gain 10 pounds in a few days. However, I weigh myself almost every morning to try to keep on track. Seeing the actual number is much more helpful to me than judging by the way clothes fit.
Ariel says
I go through peanut butter like nobody’s business…I get the honey roasted, and it’s freshly ground in store and completely addicting. Maybe I’ll try swapping it for almond butter to see if it helps my PB addiction 😉
Brianna says
Thank you for this post. 🙂
Sara says
Hi Taralynn, I recently found your blog/tumblr and love it! You are so inspiring! I was wondering if you are still available by email, like it says on your tumblr?
Christina says
I totally feel ya! I thought I was the only person capable of packing on the pounds extremely fast!
Lauren says
This is EXACTLY what I needed today! I’ve been struggling with weight gain during my anorexia recovery. I stepped on a scale yesterday and wanted to die. This post reminded me that there is so much more to life. I’d rather be healthy than skinny and dying! Thank you thank you. I’m so happy to see you eating healthy and strong.
Sarah says
This looks so good and I’m totally the same way. But then i just eat extra healthy the next week and it all evens out 🙂 Life isn’t fun without delicious food.
xx Sarah
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estkimo says
love this post, tara. so often i let that stupid scale number rule my life and i really should aim to eat for health, not that number. thank you for this post- really lightened my day 🙂
estkimo says
**ironically, it took a weight off 😛
Michelle says
How do you train your taste buds to enjoy something? I noticed you said that you used to hate vegetables, but now you seem to enjoy them. I have always felt that I’d be able to lose weight easier if I liked more vegetables, but I do not know how to get myself to eat them. Thank you for all the inspiration!
Amanda says
Oh and what kind of bread do you eat?
Geneva says
Try cashew butter!I make my own by blending cashews in the food processor. I used to be addicted to PB then I tried homemade cashew butter and I love it even more. I’m not a big fan of almond butter.
Alissa says
I am a huge fan of almond-pecan butter. I just roast almonds and pecans at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes…add some salt, then throw them into my food processor for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Much better than just plain almond butter from a store 😉
Nicole says
really needed to hear this today <3 thank you for posting!
Kylie says
I just tried Almond Butter and toast this morning for breakfast….I love it! I always seem to find my new food obsessions by reading your blog! 🙂
Tracey says
My tastebuds are in love with peanut butter so I have to be very careful cause I could pound that stuff! I’ve recently gotten back into a pb kick, so I have to watch myself before the pb takes over! 🙂
Brittany says
First off you’re amazing. Secondly, I love peanut butter but I’ve never tried almond butter. Which is better for you?
Alexandria says
The last bit was a great thing to be reminded of! Thanks x