What a journey!
Your post made me smile and reflect — so much of it feels familiar. That constant tug-of-war between “I want to eat better” and “but please don’t make me change everything,” the expensive miracle products, the confusion in front of the mirror, the suspicion that maybe your metabolism is plotting against you — and in the end: a bowl of oats.
Almost poetic, really.

I admire that you’ve found your own path — not through rigid diets or overpriced powders, but through mindful choices and a touch of self-kindness.
And yes, navigating an ingredient list sometimes feels like jungle survival — except the reward is an apple instead of a medal.

Oats with banana — I guess they’ve earned their place as a breakfast classic. Glad they stayed.

Thanks for sharing — honest, relatable, and oddly motivating.