I’ve been dealing with this flu now in some form or another for over 7 days. After the initial 2 days of intense fever passed and the respiratory issues started, I had phases of lower grade fevers as I dealt with all the respiratory phases of this nightmare. I have been consistently tired, achy, having weird body temperature issues, and not tasting food properly the entire time which has been awful. Thankfully I’ll be able to go back to work tomorrow in time for a busy week of being on call and tackling projects, but I’m not bitter at all! Taking down the Christmas Tree and decorations on New Year’s day was pathetic as I had to take resting breaks. And I haven’t left the house more than needed to prevent this dangerous misery from being spread, but getting a little stir crazy after being stuck at home this entire weekend sterilizing everything multiple times. Twice during this nightmare I woke up in the middle of the night not being able to breath from either being stuffed up and/or an uncontrollable coughing fit which was eerie. Don’t ever get the flu.
Now I just hope my respiratory system recovers so I can get back into running and the gym, ugh! Grocery shopping during this has been sporadic with hubby sweetly shopping for me, so we’ve been cleaning out the kitchen. My eats this week started off healthy, but went downhill as the week went on with strange food cravings and running out of fresh stuff.
Roasted sage butternut squash with salad.
Simple oil free tofu stir fry.
More tofu and veggies with frozen grapes since I was burning up that night.
Brown rice veggie stew.
On New Year’s Eve, I made simple ramen soup in a wok using Explore Asia’s Soybean Spaghetti.
I bought Vegan Vegetable Pakoras from Trader Joe’s awhile back and dug them out of the freezer for a simple dinner with salad.
They bake quick and had a satisfying spicy crunch without being greasy.
I’ve been making banana soft serve in the VitaMix, great for sore throats.
And we did finally try Follow Your Heart’s VeganEgg thanks to Amazon getting it back in stock. I was really happy about that because I’ve been wanting to get it for hubby to try. Basically it’s a yellow powder that gels up when whisked with water and can be prepared like scrambled eggs.
You can whisk in any additional seasonings you’d like with it, but we started by following the basic instructions since it was the first try. The look and texture was very scrambled egg like – so much so it was a little crazy. The flavor was good, but needed salt and pepper. I was really happy because hubby liked it as an alternative and it’s a great alternative option for everyone since it only has 40 calories per servings and no cholesterol. We had it with LightLife Vegan Breakfast Sausage and hash brown potatoes.
I bought a package of Gardein Mandarin Orange Crispy Chick’n awhile back and forgot about it in the freezer. But it made a nice, simple dinner last night with steamed carrots.
The texture is a little chewy, but nicely crispy and a satisfying finger food meal.
Had to share the carrots of course. :-)
Today I’m gonna try to get back to the gym and load up at Trader Joe’s finally which I’m excited about. But first the list!
I would like to see Michelle go vegan too!
I better be ready to run a marathon powered by plants by December!
A wok can be used for a lot than stir fries.
12 tips for healthy weight loss to start the new year.
I love this new trend of vegan butchers.
I might get back into baking to try this recipe.
Healthy vegan quinoa version of a classic broccoli salad.
I would like a bowl of this now.
Hope everyone is staying flu-free and having a great Sunday!
Oh my goodness sweetie! I hope you feel better soon…I’m shocked you were able to eat what you did. And still keep up your blog! You are a highly motivated individual I must say. I have a recipe I plan to post next month for my favorite get-well-quick recipe. You will love it!! But since I don’t have it up yet, add turmeric to everything!!!! It really helps…and ginger/celery/apples. So cleansing…feel better girlie! XOXO
Thanks, there was a lot of down time on the couch and sleeping too. :-)
Ugh, I’m so sorry to hear that you’re still under the weather. It can’t last much longer, especially when you’re fortifying yourself with so many good eats! Hang in there and feel better ASAP.
Thanks, getting better finally. Just still trying to shake a cough that is hanging around.
You poor thing. I hope you get better soon. I’ve had a flu like that and it’s not fun.
Great links! I love the marathon one.
Thanks, mostly better but still trying to get rid of the cough that’s hanging around and interfering with sleep, ugh!
I hope you feel better! Sometimes the “after” is worse when getting sick. I had a stomach bug awhile ago and I had to take almost a whole week off, mostly because after my stomach stopped aching I had new digestive problems. Gross. Anyways, take some walks from time to time until your coughing gets better, it’ll help with the cabin fever.
Thanks and so true! The cough is still hanging around no matter how much I exercise, use a face steamer, etc. So frustrating.
So sorry you’re still sick! I’m with you…..it just brings you down, it almost gets you depressed I think too. It’s been actually a few years if not more since I’ve been sick, and what a huge blessing. (sick kids and sick dogs aren’t fun either though!) I can’t believe you managed to get all these picks and this post done for the blog =) And I need to check into those vegan eggs…..I’m intrigued!!!!
Thanks and so true, it’s been years since I’ve been this sick and I just want to breath normally at this point and get a good night’s sleep! The vegan egg powder is fun, I can see endless vegan recipe possibilities with it for omelets, quiches, etc.
Oh no, the flu is no fun! I always do a mega dose of Vitamin C whenever I feel sickness coming on! I hope you feel better dear! <3 – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
Thanks! Getting closer I think, just need to get rid of the cough!
That flu sounds nasty! So sorry you are dealing with it! The foods look great! I LOVE those Pakora’s haven’t had them in ages! I’ve been curious about the vegan egg, too!
Thanks, it’s been annoying to say the least!
Feel better soon!
How was the soybean spaghetti? I’ve had the mung bean noodles from that company. Matt and I had the Gardein orange chicken last night with some rice and veggies too and it was pretty good.
I’d love to see Michelle go vegan too! That would be a great way to get more healthy food options to the whole country. And I need to try that cookie recipe. I haven’t baked in forever but if it’s that good, I’m in lol!
I really liked it, the texture is a little more chewy compared to traditional pasta – but delicious with a simple ingredient list and being loaded with protein.