Author Archives: Sarah Wittekind

Keto on the Cheap: Day 2

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

Day two presented some interesting challenges, but I’m still as enthusiastic as ever. And since I saw a 3lb loss on the scale this morning, I’m must have done pretty well. I woke up with a headache yesterday morning. I … Continue reading →

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Keto on the Cheap: Day 1

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

I couldn’t have asked for a better first day back on plan. I know that my pre-planning helped, and a positive attitude didn’t hurt either. My starting weight for this phase of my journey was 259.4lb. This morning, I was … Continue reading →

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Keto on the Cheap: Prep Work

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

Since I’m committed to getting back on track with my eating and my health, there was some prep work involved for my big day, September 1. Since failing to plan means I’m planning to fail, I had to get my … Continue reading →

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Keto on the Cheap: Goals and Rules

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

I’ve been thinking about my “Keto on the Cheap” series for a week or so now, and I think I’ve solidified the goals and ground rules. The rules may change over time, but I have to start somewhere since September … Continue reading →

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Accountability & Keto on the Cheap

Posted on August 28, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

One of my favorite podcasters, Jack Spirko over at The Survival Podcast, has started a new YouTube series describing his low-carb/keto journey. As I listened to his first video in the series, something that he said really spoke to me. … Continue reading →

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More on Making the Most of Your Dash

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

One of my favorite podcasters likes to encourage folks saying, “Make the most of your dash,”, and I’ve been considering that a lot lately as I ponder how things have changed in the last year. I still remember the conversation … Continue reading →

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Save with Sarah — Storing Ice

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

I know this sounds like a silly thing to think about in the winter, but have you ever considered saving money by storing ice? It really can work in the right circumstances. Last year, we had to buy another chest … Continue reading →

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Going Keto: Update for 03/05/19

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

For a while, I didn’t have a lot to report to you guys. I was really struggling with some symptoms of depression (despite the fact that I don’t feel depressed), and updates fell off to the side as did many … Continue reading →

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Save with Sarah — Kroger Rx Savings Club

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Sarah Wittekind

Here at the homestead, tax time means that it’s time to take a hard look at the finances. In doing that, I can usually flesh out some new and interesting ways to save money. This year has been no different. … Continue reading →