What I eat In a day as someone who has lost 100 lb

Many of you often ask me about my journey before I *lost 100 lbs*. It’s easy to look at my 'what I eat in a day' posts now and think it was always like this, but that’s far from the truth. My life, and especially my relationship with food, was drastically different. I remember clearly the turning point, that moment when I knew something had to change. For years, I struggled with my weight, feeling sluggish, unmotivated, and often hiding from photographs. My confidence was at an all-time low, and simple tasks felt exhausting. Back then, my 'what I eat in a day' routine was a cycle of convenience and comfort. Breakfast typically involved skipping it entirely or grabbing something quick and unhealthy on the go – think pastries, sugary cereals, or fast-food breakfast sandwiches. There was certainly no thought of just a tiny bit of coffee to start the day; it was usually a large, sweetened, calorie-laden concoction. Lunch would often be takeout, heavy on processed carbs and fats, and dinner was a similar story, paired with late-night snacking that felt impossible to control. I wasn't paying attention to portion sizes or nutritional value at all. My plate was often piled high, and I'd eat until I felt uncomfortably full. The biggest challenge wasn't just the food itself, but the mindset behind it. Food was a coping mechanism for stress, boredom, and even happiness. It was a vicious cycle of feeling bad, eating to feel better, and then feeling worse because of what I ate. The thought of exercise was daunting, and I found every excuse not to move my body. I felt trapped in my own habits, and the idea of losing 100 lbs seemed like an insurmountable mountain. The decision to change wasn't sudden; it was a slow build-up of dissatisfaction and a desperate desire for a healthier, happier life. I started by making small, almost imperceptible changes. Instead of drastically cutting everything out, I focused on adding healthier options. I began tracking what I ate, not to restrict, but to simply become aware. That initial awareness was shocking. I saw how much sugar, unhealthy fats, and empty calories I was consuming without even realizing it. One of the first significant shifts was with my breakfast. I started to prioritize it, making sure I had something nourishing. And yes, that eventually led to appreciating just a tiny bit of coffee alongside a wholesome meal, rather than it being the main event. I learned about macronutrients, portion control, and the importance of hydration. It wasn't about perfection, but about progress. There were slip-ups, days when I felt like giving up, but I learned to forgive myself and get back on track. My journey to lose 100 lbs was a long one, filled with learning, perseverance, and a complete overhaul of my lifestyle. It wasn't just about the food on my plate; it was about transforming my relationship with myself, building discipline, and finding joy in movement and nourishing my body. Looking back, I wouldn't trade those struggles, because they taught me resilience and made me appreciate the healthy habits I maintain this morning and every day.