Two Dollar Challenge

I haven’t been able to access my computer lately, but I have lots of thoughts about days 4 and 5.  I hadn’t noticed any real change in my mood or ability to concentrate prior to day 4, but suddenly it became utterly apparent what kind of impact the reduction in calories had on me.  My plan to eat only once a day was shattered, and I began to consume more food than I had.

I found that consuming extra sugar helped with the concentration problems–but only temporarily.  I ate spoonfuls of apple jelly to keep my brain awake.  I also ate more potatoes and rice too, and I’m definitely going to the gym this week to make up for all the extra carbs.

My high school Spanish teacher told me that the poorest people tend to have the highest rates of obesity in our country.  She explained that the unhealthiest foods are the least expensive; buying cookies is cheaper than buying fresh fruit, and the same holds true for so many other types of foods.  I noticed a dip in my health while I was eating on $2 a day.  In development, we discuss the link between health and productivity, and after only 5 days, I felt a decline in my productivity. I can’t imagine what a huge impact that would have on me personally after several weeks, months, or years.