osborne116 Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 Good afternoon, all. I am on day three of my first Whole30. I have been consistently dieting for my entire adult life and have lost and regained weight a dozen times with calorie counting and "all things in moderation" plans. So, it's time for a change. I am hoping to become much more intentional about my food choices, set a good example for my daughter and quite honestly, lose a few pounds. While I have no chronic health problems, I do experience a lot of hair loss, occassional dizziness and mild acne- if some (or all) of that goes away- even better. So, those are my goals. Here's my food log for the day.... I would love to have suggestions and input from the experienced folks out there. m1- 2 egg scramble with loads of kale, salsa and half an avocado, 1c raspberries, black coffee m2- romaine, carrots and shredded chicken breast, topped with half an avocado and 1T lemon garlic dressing (TessaMae's), half a roasted sweet potato snack/preWO- pistachios, apple m3- pork chop, sauteed apple & onion, roasted broccoli w EVOO I am trying to keep the template in mind when planning each meal and loading up on 1-2 c of veggies. Again, any meal ideas or suggestions are welcome. Thanks. Amanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 5, 2013 Author Share Posted August 5, 2013 Trying to remember my food for days 1 and 2 to complete the log.... Day One m1- steak, fried egg, watermelon, tomato slices, black coffee m2- apple with almond butter (m1 was big and late in the morning) m3- grilled salmon, sauteed zucchini, baked sweet potato Day Two- m1- 2 egg scramble with kale and diced tomato, grapes and blueberries, coffee m2- large salad with chicken breast, salsa and avocado m3- leftover salmon and sweet potato (very early in the day) snack- apple, almond butter, date Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyPete Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Hey there! I m also in my first Whole30! I think it's wonderful that you're trying to set a good example for your daughter. She would definitely want you to take care of yourself, and having extra energy to play with her is good, too How are you feeling so far? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 Thanks, Kelly. I am feeling good so far. My diet had been pretty clean, so I have my fingers crossed that carb flu won't hit too hard. How's it going for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amberino21 Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Hi Amanda! Your meals look pretty good - I would make sure you're getting enough protein at breakfast. If you're only having eggs, have as many as you can fit in to your hand (at least 3!) Make sure the fruit isn't pushing vegies off the plate, and always have your fat! If you do need to snack, or if you aren't hungry at a particular meal so want to have something smaller, have a mini meal of protein/fat and vegies instead of fruit and nut butter. PreWo should be fat/protein, then postWO will be starchy carbs and protein - definitely have both if you're working out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 Thanks, Amber. I know my default is to reach for fruit, so I definitely have to work on that this month. Do you have some good snack suggestions to share? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyPete Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 it's going ok. I've been ridiculously tired for about 5 days. It's frustrating, but I'm gonna push through. I guess I didn't realize just HOW MANY carbs I ate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amberino21 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Thanks, Amber. I know my default is to reach for fruit, so I definitely have to work on that this month. Do you have some good snack suggestions to share? I don't snack....it's not recommended, so I just never let myself! HB eggs or tin of fish in oil with vegie sticks would probably be the easiest option...or leftovers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Do you have some good snack suggestions to share? Before you reach for a snack on a Whole30, first ask yourself if you're hungry enough to eat steamed fish and broccoli. If the answer is no, then it's just a craving and you're truly not hungry. Do something else non-food related. If the answer is yes, here are some snack possibilities. On a Whole30, you want a snack to be a mini-meal including a protein and fat. - leftovers from previous meal - hard boiled egg(s) with avocado and sliced pepper - sardines with sauerkraut and olives - tuna, chicken or salmon salad made with paleo mayo and a sweet potato Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Share Posted August 7, 2013 I am reading the book as I go. So, last night I read the chapter about assessing hunger and deciding if it's a snack or craving. Honestly, the hardest part for me will be eating the right way- sitting down at the table, not gobbling things quickly on the run. I eat dinner nearly every night at the table with the family- breakfast and lunch are usually a different story. So many new habits to form... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Share Posted August 7, 2013 Day Four (at Summer Camp for work, some choices were influenced by that) m1- 2 HB eggs, watermelon, banana, coffee m2- chicken breast, salsa, avocado on lettuce wraps m3- grilled chicken wings, grilled squash snack- pistachios, apple Day Five (back at camp!) m1- 2 HB eggs m2- grilled pork chops, grilled squash, raspberries m3- compliant hot dogs, large green salad with balsamic and olive oil, grapefruit (planned) snack- pistachios Tomorrow, I am focusing on increasing the green veggies and elminating snacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 16, 2013 Author Share Posted August 16, 2013 I haven't keep up with my log, but I have remained compliant. It hasn't been as tough as I expected- no carb flu or major cravings. Three big challenges for me- baking a cheesecake for a coworker's birthday, visiting my mom for her birthday, and baking a peach cobbler for my husband. I was always the first to indulge in sweets, but I abstained. ) I am now at the halfway point and still going strong. Just to keep with the log thread- M1- 3 hb eggs, sliced tomato M2- beef roast with carrots and onions, sautéed broccoli M3- shrimp curry served on a bed of sliced carrots The curry was by far my favorite whole 30 meal so far. My husband ate every bite of his, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 Yesterday was a good day! M1- a bed of sautéed kale topped w a pork chop and half an avocado, black coffee A trip to the Little Gym w baby girl for an hour if fun M2- a big green salad w sautéed shrimp and heirloom tomatoes topped with homemade ranch dressing, blueberries on the side Then a trip to our local science museum for baby girl's NICU reunion. I skipped the ice cream truck out front! M3- hamburger pattie, avocado, ranch and sautéed onions in romaine lettuce wraps It fed great to be halfway through Whole30! Two weeks to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 19, 2013 Author Share Posted August 19, 2013 Day 16 M1- two fried eggs, slices of heirloom tomato, small piece of pork loin, blueberries M2- pecan crusted chicken breast, mashed cauliflower, peas, roasted butternut squash M3- green salad with pulled chicken, salsa, avocado Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 20, 2013 Author Share Posted August 20, 2013 Day 17 M1- hb eggs, roasted squash M2- shredded chicken on large green salad w hb eggs, fresh pineapple and mixed berries M3- strip steak, sweet potato, green salad w tomatoes and lemon garlic dressing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC Sunshine Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Keep it up - past the halfway point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 21, 2013 Author Share Posted August 21, 2013 Thanks, KC! Today M1- 2 hb eggs, cherries, cucumber M2- shredded chicken, avocado, cucumber M3- big green salad w oil&vinegar, olives M4- shredded chicken lettuce wraps w avocado and salsa, almonds I went to the supermarket to stock up on a few more veggies. I need to drink lots more water from here on out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 25, 2013 Author Share Posted August 25, 2013 Day 23 for me. I had been lazy about food prep and ate way too many hb eggs yesterday because I didn't have other compliant proteins ready. Today, I am cooking up a storm! M1- homemade sausage, fried egg, sautéed apples and onions, coffee M2- roasted cabbage, sautéed onions, homemade sausage M3- well-fed recipe for best chicken ever is brining in the fridge plus roasted Brussels sprouts, zucchini hash Wo- 3 mile walk pushing the sweet baby in the jogging stroller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Wow day 23! Have you noticed any benefits? X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 26, 2013 Author Share Posted August 26, 2013 Snow, I have! Clothes fit better, there's definitely a few pounds gone. Skin is clearer than it has been in a while. Generally more energy and better sleep, too. I have lots of leftover chicken in the fridge for tomorrow and I am excited about that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Today is #25! m1- hb eggs, banana, coffee m2- roasted carrots, Brussels sprouts, chicken breast with olive oil dressing m3- grilled pork chops, snap peas, roasted carrots and Brussels sprouts, salad with basil and lemon dressing wo- two mile walk with the family Tomorrow is a long, long work day with an event in the evening. Lots of non-compliant food around. No slip ups after 26 days for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osborne116 Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 Day #29 M1- ground pork hash w butternut squash and onions, banana, tomato, fried egg, coffee M2- grilled burger w onions, avocado, green salad w o&v M3- amazing ribeye grilled w mushrooms and onions, sweet potato, salad w o&v, cherries WO- 2.5 mile walk w family Day is my final day. Not sure that my life has changed but I am feeling pretty good. I'll probably reintroduce some dairy tomorrow. No rush on anything else though. :0) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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