FightingHashi Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 48 minutes ago, ladyshanny said: Many people report that they don't get maximum satisfaction from just eggs no matter how many of them they eat. I would agree to that. I still feel like my breakfast is not cutting it. I was hungry today again at 10am after my 7am breakfast and had to have a snack (pumpkin seeds). Now I'm eating lunch again at 11:30, which is whole30 lasagna. Hoping this holds me over too. I also have issues with GERD, so that sometimes makes me think I'm hungry, when really it's just stomach acid issues and makes my throat burn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamie102416 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Hello! I started my Whole30 on Monday, but couldn't get access to the forum until now. Yesh - computer issues! Anyway, have been reading the forum and I echo many posts about symptoms. It's a good thing the soda machine at work is on the next floor as I didn't even have enough energy to walk up there. So, good and bad - no soda/didn't blow the challenge vs tired. Can't wait to have more energy, especially with month end coming up at work next week. One issue I'm facing is I'm so hungry. It feels good to be truly hungry - haven't experienced that in a while. But, need to figure out my meal portions. I know it will get easier with time, but right now am still just trying to figure everything out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie_h Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Day 3... Whew, I hit the fog and tiredness today for sure. I had a headache this afternoon at work, too. Happy to say I had no problem eating meals that fit or got very close to fitting the template. And I was pretty hungry in the afternoon (need to beef up lunch). I see this as a positive since I didn't really have an appetite the last two days. B: spinach frittata (almost half), coffee with coconut cream L: hollowed out green pepper with chicken protein salad filling (enough to spill over) and raw carrots snack: dry roasted almonds + la croix at 4p D: paleo chili on half of spaghetti squash, steamed broccoli/carrots/cauliflower, grapes Happy hump day, -all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflower Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Yesterday's theme: Exhaustion. It was a tough day for me and I needed a nap to get through it. Then had trouble falling asleep last night.....But I'm back now. Day 4. And feeling good this morning. My skin already looks better! I had forgotten about this benefit since doing my last Whole30, but it's remarkable what removing dairy completely does for my skin. I made a new recipe from Mel Joulwan's new cookbook (that I pre-ordered, but haven't received yet) called Well Fed Weeknights. Her Well Fed and Well Fed 2 cookbooks are my favorite cookbooks ever. Last night was chicken satay burger with cauliflower rice and a sesame butter sauce. Very good!! Here's a link to the recipe if you want to try them: http://youvegottotastethis.myrecipes.com/2016/10/24/chicken-satay-burgers-from-well-fed-weeknights-complete-paleo-meals-in-45-minutes-or-less-by-melissa-joulwan/?XID=mr_socialflow_facebook Here's what today looks like: Pre WO: Mackerel plus mayo, black coffee WO: 45 minute Orange Theory Post WO: 1/2 chicken satay burger, sweet potato soup Breakfast: 3 eggs, sauteed swiss chard in ghee and olive oil Lunch: Egg Roll in a bowl Dinner: Cincinnati Chili with zucchini noodles and salad with olive oil viniagrette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhed Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Yesterday dragged for me, and I was distracted and unfocused all day. I'm actually looking forward to the "kill all the things" day so at least I may have some energy. Meal 1: same, but I forgot to drizzle with mayo. Meal 2: Leftover tortilla-less soup, and pear. Meal 3: Burgers (with some sort of mayo-based sauce), steamed carrots, and a side salad (actually the mayo may become for ranch for this) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habanero Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 I am feeling really good, and I think one of the biggest reasons is that I specifically scheduled myself a light work week (and miraculously, it worked out!) Even with the lighter schedule I'm having trouble focusing. But part of the distraction is the program, right? Planning, prepping meals, checking into this board, continuing to read the book, checking out sources of pasture/grass fed meats (I'm not at all a big meat eater, and not only does this program call for more meat than I'm used to, but the health coach I'm working with has me focusing on increasing Omega-3/decreasing Omega-6), yada, yada. My mantra: I KNOW if I muscle through this program I will feel better overall and the downward spiral I've been feeling lately will be interrupted. Then I will be better equipped to tackle some of the other things I want to work on, such as figuring out a work out routine and schedule that will help me regain the strength and flexibility I seem to have lost over the past few years. And be better able to hang out with DH since he is a live music loving, bar food fan who likes to go out to eat all the time. This morning I cut up one of the amazing butternut squashes that volunteered in my yard this year and it yielded about 6 cups, so I'm looking forward to making the soup, and the kale and chard dishes from the book tonight. I happen to still have kale and chard in my garden too (if the frost the last couple of nights didn't wipe them out), and all the other ingredients on hand. I'm surprised no one has been posting food porn pics. Perhaps they aren't allowed? Lastly, thanks for all of your posts. It really does make me feel like I'm not in this alone and has given me some great ideas (egg roll in a bowl - yeah!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie_h Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 1 hour ago, snowflower said: Dinner: Cincinnati Chili with zucchini noodles and salad with olive oil viniagrette I spent the last 10 years in Cincinnati! I miss it. Do you make your own version of Skyline/Gold Star? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflower Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 3 minutes ago, maggie_h said: I spent the last 10 years in Cincinnati! I miss it. Do you make your own version of Skyline/Gold Star? I make this version: http://meljoulwan.com/2015/02/24/paleo-cincinnati-chili/ and eat it with zucchini noodles or over a baked potato. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamk321 Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Day 3- I was REALLY worried about today as it kicks off my insane travel schedule for work. But fear not! I took the time to pack "emergency" approved snacks for the week. I joined a new gym and had a metabolic test where I had to fast..... talk about hangry when I got home LOL Wednesdays Meal B: 3 hardboiled eggs, mixed steamed veggies, handful of olives (I love any plan that allows me to eat olives) L: leftover brisket, cauliflower mash, butternut squash and sweet potato S: I threw a snack in there knowing I would be going about 7 hours from lunch until when I could eat again. RX Bar D: Chicken breast, Brussel sprouts, beets Feeling good and proud of my choices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiglilygirl Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 DAY FIVE!! I admit that yesterday I was really questioning why I decided to do this program, I was feeling uncomfortable, frustrated with my persistent HA and so on. Plus, I am still struggling mentally with the amount of fat I am now encouraged to eat. HOWEVER...I made it another day, despite watching my boyfriend drink two glasses of wine last night (wine is my weakness). Still mild headache today, but fingers crossed not as bad. I also don't feel as bloated today....I CAN DO THIS! I also have a great support system. My boyfriend is encouraging me the entire way! Meals for today: Breakfast: ground turkey seasoned, with green peppers and sliced sweet potato fried in olive oil with one egg. 1 serving of trail mix. Lunch: pesto chicken cooked in olive oil, with mixed vegetables. 1 avocado and 1 apple. Dinner: Salisbury steak (two small patties) with mushroom sauce, mixed vegetables and avocado. Few black berries and small serving of trail mix. I struggled mentally at first with my breakfast because it was fried and greasy with olive oil, however it tasted yummy and I am not starving yet :). My son has football tonight, so my goal is to walk while he practices. I was able to exercise the first time last night at the gym, it went better than I thought- I was able to force myself to do lunges...I hate lunges! I hope you all have a great day!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiglilygirl Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 48 minutes ago, jamk321 said: Day 3- I was REALLY worried about today as it kicks off my insane travel schedule for work. But fear not! I took the time to pack "emergency" approved snacks for the week. I joined a new gym and had a metabolic test where I had to fast..... talk about hangry when I got home LOL Wednesdays Meal B: 3 hardboiled eggs, mixed steamed veggies, handful of olives (I love any plan that allows me to eat olives) L: leftover brisket, cauliflower mash, butternut squash and sweet potato S: I threw a snack in there knowing I would be going about 7 hours from lunch until when I could eat again. RX Bar D: Chicken breast, Brussel sprouts, beets Feeling good and proud of my choices. How do you make your cauliflower mash? I haven't tried this yet, but want to. Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiglilygirl Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 1 hour ago, snowflower said: I make this version: http://meljoulwan.com/2015/02/24/paleo-cincinnati-chili/ and eat it with zucchini noodles or over a baked potato. Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristenS Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Today is my second Day 1. I only made it through day 10 last time. That was a week or so ago. So I've started over. Dinner with family were I made good choices turned into dessert that I didn't say no to. My choice. I was very impressed with how much BETTER I FELT in just the first few days. I must admit that I am not feeling a whole lot of faith in myself that I will make it through the next 30 days. I have a problem with will power......probably a big part of the reason I am here doing Whole30 to begin with. I want to make it through so bad, to change this, to prove to myself that I DO HAVE WILLPOWER AND I AM STRONG AND I PUT MY HEALTH FIRST! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflower Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 49 minutes ago, tiglilygirl said: Dinner: Salisbury steak (two small patties) with mushroom sauce, mixed vegetables and avocado. Few black berries and small serving of trail mix. MMMMM I haven't had salisbury steak in years....what recipe do you use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFrankRN Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Hi I started my first whole 30 Monday. I just found this forum. I'm also a nurse who works 12 hour shifts. I did Paleo for 6 months about 3 years ago and felt amazing. I turn 40 in a few months and want to feel better. My challenges are long work shifts that start as early as 530. Breakfast is hard on early morning starts because cooking tends to wake my children and husband at 4am. I also really miss wine. Breakfast today 2 egg muffins (an egg mixed with mushrooms and spinach prebaked and heated in the microwave). Lunch- vegetable beef soup (homemade), kale chips, and pumpkin chia seed gel. Dinner- acorn squash stuffed with homemade sausage, mushrooms, spinach, chestnuts, and carrots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiglilygirl Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 32 minutes ago, snowflower said: MMMMM I haven't had salisbury steak in years....what recipe do you use? I hate to say it is a premade paleo meal so I only have to reheat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FightingHashi Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 4 hours ago, habanero said: I'm surprised no one has been posting food porn pics. Perhaps they aren't allowed? LOL - I was just thinking this as well. I almost snapped a pic of my pre-packed lunch I made for today since it looked so cute in my lunch box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhed Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 I've been taking pictures of what I eat to help my memory if I forget to write it down, but they're on my phone and it's a pain to post them here, or else I would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurasmith Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Just checking in for Day 4. My plans for today: B: coffee with coconut cream, mashup with 2 eggs egg, slow-cooker pork, roasted tri-color peppers and jalapenos. L: Salmon patties with mustard, carrots, celery with PB and roasted root veggies. I packed an apple in case I'm not satisfied or full. D: salmon, leftover peppers, root veggies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeLeeB Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Morning all... Day 4 and really feeling yucky blah.... feel head-achy, tired, my head feels heavy. I know this will pass. At work and all I want to do is go to bed and sleep it off LOL. B: coffee with nutpods. leftover fritatta, perfect sausage, arugula with tomatoes & avocado and a bit of fresh mango. Couldn't finish. L: chicken breast on mixed greens with 1/2 avocado and whole30 ranch. D: Zucchini noodles, with tomato sauce & ground beef. If I have the energy going to grill chicken for tomorrow tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted October 27, 2016 Administrators Share Posted October 27, 2016 26 minutes ago, FightingHashi said: LOL - I was just thinking this as well. I almost snapped a pic of my pre-packed lunch I made for today since it looked so cute in my lunch box. They're allowed, but posting pics on this forum isn't the easiest thing to do. You can link to your Instagram accounts though if you want, that's often easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FightingHashi Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Day 4: Woke up more energized than yesterday, but still battling a slight headache. Yesterday was SO HARD. I was tired, cranky and we're trying to close on a house we're selling and the deal was falling apart, so I was very stressed out. Several times I had to tell myself not to fall off track and a hot chocolate was only going to make me feel "good" for a brief moment, followed by the extreme guilt of not finishing my goal through this program and putting my health first. Now that all that's over (for now) I'm feeling good that I prepped dinner last night for today and all my meals are planned, so no excuses! B: Two egg muffins (sausage, green onion, red pepper, spinach) Hashbrowns and a couple strawberries - and Tea L: Dinner leftovers - W30 Lasagna, carrots, strawberries - tea Pre-WO: hard boiled egg, carrots, apple - ANYONE HAVE ANY GOOD QUICK AND EASY SNACK IDEAS? I don't want to get tired of eggs too fast Dinner/Post WO: Beef Tapa w/ broccoli and sweet potatoes Workout: Crossfit PS - Also excited that I found another local farm-fresh grocery store, besides Trader Joes. Even more local foods and better meat choices with no sugars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhed Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 @FightingHashi Well done fighting off the hot chocolate craving! (I know those feels.) I'm planning on baking some chicken breasts to have on hand for pre/post workouts, and then using whatever fat-based sauce I have to dip them in (for PreWO). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiglilygirl Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 9 minutes ago, FightingHashi said: Day 4: Woke up more energized than yesterday, but still battling a slight headache. Yesterday was SO HARD. I was tired, cranky and we're trying to close on a house we're selling and the deal was falling apart, so I was very stressed out. Several times I had to tell myself not to fall off track and a hot chocolate was only going to make me feel "good" for a brief moment, followed by the extreme guilt of not finishing my goal through this program and putting my health first. Now that all that's over (for now) I'm feeling good that I prepped dinner last night for today and all my meals are planned, so no excuses! B: Two egg muffins (sausage, green onion, red pepper, spinach) Hashbrowns and a couple strawberries - and Tea L: Dinner leftovers - W30 Lasagna, carrots, strawberries - tea Pre-WO: hard boiled egg, carrots, apple - ANYONE HAVE ANY GOOD QUICK AND EASY SNACK IDEAS? I don't want to get tired of eggs too fast Dinner/Post WO: Beef Tapa w/ broccoli and sweet potatoes Workout: Crossfit PS - Also excited that I found another local farm-fresh grocery store, besides Trader Joes. Even more local foods and better meat choices with no sugars. I really like epic bars for my post work out snack. I usually don't do a pre-work out snack. Another yummy post work out snack I eat is premade paleo trail mix (whole 30 compliant). https://epicbar.com/ http://premadepaleo.com/products/paleo-trail-mix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FightingHashi Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 @tiglilygirl Thanks! I totally forgot my gym has one RXbar that they said is W30 compliant as well. I'll look into those bars and I always love a good trail mix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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