Dirty 30 8/21 Start

Good morning friends! So much to catch up on! I really looked forward to my cup of coffee and this string this morning. It is amazing how easily this kind of habit can fall into place!

Before my trip Meadow said

Mothers can affect us like no one else in the world. Their opinions matter because hopefully....and usually, they have our best interests at heart.

The trip went really really well! I managed to hold my tongue (sort of), love my daughter just where she is right now and just be with her. On the trip north she made the most amazing "cupcakes" out of baby onesies and arranged them on a display thingy- using the theme of the shower- cute as a button.... she did this IN THE CAR!! Really amazing- the hostess of the shower asked if she could use it as a center piece on the table with the cake!

By holding my tongue I meant I didn't directly started preaching Whole30 to her- but I had several opportunities to put small details into the conversation...

I brought coconut milk with me to use in my coffee each morning... mildly curious daughter asked the question 'why' and I was able to say - 'oh I am dairy free for this month'. I also got a lot of curious questions about why I was eating a deconstructed sandwich from the deli tray set up, which I just answered 'oh I am grain free ' At the cook out after the shower I got more questions on why I was drinking water instead of my typical beer... i was able to say "oh I am alcohol free for this month"

After the cookout i was still quite hungry (not enough good fat) so I asked my daughter to stop at a grocery on the way back to the hotel... and bought hard boiled eggs (which were gross).... another brief conversation about being prepared with good protein and good fats.

In the hot tub back at the hotel I got a lot of comments and questions about my weight loss from relatives (almost too much actually) , especially one who is on a different conventional points based diet plan right now. This gave me a chance to talk more details on Whole30, with my daughter in hearing range. Bless my aunt, who couldnt get over my daughters absolutely beautiful skin and helped the conversation veer away before I got preachy.

On the return trip on Sunday we stopped at an outlet mall (my daughter loves to shop, and loves to coach me because I hate it!) I ended up having to go down in sizes and bought much more than usual- she loved it!

We took much longer than intended, and would not make it back to her house for me to eat the meal I had brought with me.. I spent quite a bit of time surfing on my phone for somewhere compliant to stop... finally settled on Wendy's b/c the burger meat is just ground beef and I could supplement with a side salad. As we were eating she asked "mom tell me about this plan.... you look like you feel really, really good" Almost bursting I calmly said "what do you want to know?" A great conversation ensued... I even shared my scale addiction.... and she asked great questions. She said, maybe I could cut back on the sugar...... Back in the car I offered her the book but she said she wasnt ready and I calmly put the book away and the conversation naturally shifted to her new house, the boyfriend, etc.

I am really really happy about how it went. I wish I would have been a much much better role model for her when she lived at home but I am going to keep working on it now .... hopefully she can find her own motivations much earlier in her life than I did.

jump4life · September 8, 2014

CC- only you could go for a 23 mile bike ride and still say the day was "not productive"! Sweet bike. Have you ever thought of using baby food veggies as your portable snack? I know it is a bit weird but recommended by Melissa as a solution for post work out portable starchy carbs..... I use the little twist off pouches after my workouts. And glad to hear I am not alone in my multi year craft procrastination!

Meadow- you shoot the breeze with the Universe better than anyone!! I love how much you educate us with info on so many topics. Your words and advice are so valuable to me and funny to boot . keep it coming!

Joni- I love the CSA idea! My sister owns and runs a CSA in the Northeast (too far away from me to be a member but I follow her newsltter and try to find the unusual veggies out here to try.) I was a member of one here years ago, but kept throwing vegetables away... I cant imagine that any would go to waste now! Sweet potato is one of my fav veggies too.

Anne- NOURISH is a great one word... and imitation is the greatest form of flattery. CC rocks this by introducing us to one word. And since your challenges about food seem to be emotional rather than physical, NOURISH can take on many meanings,, especially about persevering with the good food and habits that will feed your soul/mind and body. You are going to NOURISH those gremlins right out of the picture!!!

DrTracy- congrats on the full time job contract- and on considering simplifying by getting rid of the others! It sounds like you have so much on your plate at once. Be kind to yourself and trust the process - you have done this before and you can do it again. 23 more day and you will feel that Sept to May feeling again.

Miki- I love how you mix up your workouts! Is "feeling strong" the result of Whole30 Tiger Blood for you or is this now a permanent way of life? Are Taro chips not compliant?

Deb- The article on Top 5 Paleo traps is really good! I especially need to remember "pay attention to your body's signals" and make this less about the rules and more about figuring out what I need to eat (and not eat) to feel my best. i am actually starting to think reintro now as an opportunity vs. "I cant wait until I can eat XXX again!" yeah for India day today!!!!!!!!

Tuni- I had an issue with light headedness early on and added sweet potatoes at every breakfast, and starchy carbs (baby food) after every workout.... not light headed since. Ditto on the water- my boys call me an "aqua-holic"

have a great day!

Lynn

Ann@HowcrossCastle · September 8, 2014

Lynn, it sounds like your trip went really well... congratulations. I like like your standard phrase, "oh, I am xxxx free this month." Perfect, casual, does not encourage questions. Yay!

ann

dcducks1 · September 8, 2014

Lynn - glad to hear that your trip and discussion with your daughter went so well. Luckily you didn't have to resort to the physical violence......I'm not sure if prison food is compliant.

Deb - love your food ideas......you have a knack for this girl!

I have been feeling good (overall) but dont feel like I am losing any weight....whcih is fine. I am doing much more exercise and body parts are beginning to shift into better places and shapes. My arms and chest are getting more tone and feel like I have more energy. I think I have been keeping my fat intake and protein regulated pretty well. I sleep great and feel very energized daily. I am not sluggish in the morning and can go at top speed all day.......sleep comes very fast once my head hits the pillow. I made mayo last night and am trying to find some time to dig into some new recipes so that I don't burn out on the same old.....same old! Joint pain is much less, allergies are non-existant, and breathing is much improved. How is everyone else feeling as we get closer to finishing up our third week? I have already decided that I am going to do a Whole 90.

Dave

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

CC- only you could go for a 23 mile bike ride and still say the day was "not productive"! Sweet bike. Have you ever thought of using baby food veggies as your portable snack? I know it is a bit weird but recommended by Melissa as a solution for post work out portable starchy carbs..... I use the little twist off pouches after my workouts. And glad to hear I am not alone in my multi year craft procrastination!

Meadow- you shoot the breeze with the Universe better than anyone!! I love how much you educate us with info on so many topics. Your words and advice are so valuable to me and funny to boot . keep it coming!

Joni- I love the CSA idea! My sister owns and runs a CSA in the Northeast (too far away from me to be a member but I follow her newsltter and try to find the unusual veggies out here to try.) I was a member of one here years ago, but kept throwing vegetables away... I cant imagine that any would go to waste now! Sweet potato is one of my fav veggies too.

Anne- NOURISH is a great one word... and imitation is the greatest form of flattery. CC rocks this by introducing us to one word. And since your challenges about food seem to be emotional rather than physical, NOURISH can take on many meanings,, especially about persevering with the good food and habits that will feed your soul/mind and body. You are going to NOURISH those gremlins right out of the picture!!!

DrTracy- congrats on the full time job contract- and on considering simplifying by getting rid of the others! It sounds like you have so much on your plate at once. Be kind to yourself and trust the process - you have done this before and you can do it again. 23 more day and you will feel that Sept to May feeling again.

Miki- I love how you mix up your workouts! Is "feeling strong" the result of Whole30 Tiger Blood for you or is this now a permanent way of life? Are Taro chips not compliant?

Deb- The article on Top 5 Paleo traps is really good! I especially need to remember "pay attention to your body's signals" and make this less about the rules and more about figuring out what I need to eat (and not eat) to feel my best. i am actually starting to think reintro now as an opportunity vs. "I cant wait until I can eat XXX again!" yeah for India day today!!!!!!!!

Tuni- I had an issue with light headedness early on and added sweet potatoes at every breakfast, and starchy carbs (baby food) after every workout.... not light headed since. Ditto on the water- my boys call me an "aqua-holic"

have a great day!

Lynn

Thanks for your kindness.

So this is dedicated to all those out there just milling around....wanting to shoot the breeze with the Universe.

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

Lynn - glad to hear that your trip and discussion with your daughter went so well. Luckily you didn't have to resort to the physical violence......I'm not sure if prison food is compliant.

Deb - love your food ideas......you have a knack for this girl!

I have been feeling good (overall) but dont feel like I am losing any weight....whcih is fine. I am doing much more exercise and body parts are beginning to shift into better places and shapes. My arms and chest are getting more tone and feel like I have more energy. I think I have been keeping my fat intake and protein regulated pretty well. I sleep great and feel very energized daily. I am not sluggish in the morning and can go at top speed all day.......sleep comes very fast once my head hits the pillow. I made mayo last night and am trying to find some time to dig into some new recipes so that I don't burn out on the same old.....same old! Joint pain is much less, allergies are non-existant, and breathing is much improved. How is everyone else feeling as we get closer to finishing up our third week? I have already decided that I am going to do a Whole 90.

Dave

Yeah, Big Chief Daddy....you won't regret it. The half has not been told how much I will never ever regret doing a Whole 90.

Muscle mass does a body good. I'm stronger, I'm bolder and I do not tone it down when I'm by myself. I roarrrrrr. The canyon walls are shaking and the reverberation is Miki's "amazeballs".

Geminimik · September 8, 2014

Lynn, that is the most amazing recount of what sounds like a perfect weekend on all counts. I can only find Taro chips with bad oil. I think that makes them off principle at best. At worst, they are a no brakes food for me...I do better to steer clear for my on personal brain issues. There is definitely some tigers blood and my stamina is way up. This way of eating overall is really resonant with my health, although I am sadly not losing weight like the others which makes me very sad. I'm not sure what it is actually, but it is tiring at best. But feeling good and strong, no itching, less body aches, all something to be grateful for.

Dave, you sound great too.

Meadow - Good Morning.

Morning Ann

Deb, Paleo Raita, I'm in.

Okay, off to work.

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

This experience was more than a food reset. My head reset was spiritual.

My favorite W30 success story is about the two young women in the camper with barely any funds or dishes.

They were kicking it old school. They weren't whining or boo-hooing about anything. They had the spirit of Lewis and Clark.....they were on the adventure of their life.

Their success and meager means prompted me to order "It Starts With Food". I knew if they could do it, so could I. I reread their testimony quite often.

They didn't worry or overthink it. When they couldn't afford 'grass-fed' beef or the choicest cuts of meat, they didn't throw the towel in. They kept going. They were living off the land, farmer's markets and their sparse budget.

Oh, how I admire brave women like these two. They are my Lewis and Clark of the W30. They made a trail that others could follow. Simplicity. They encouraged each other, pooled their resources and embraced the unknown.

Now, I do not for the life of me.....understand how you can give it your all and then want to throw the towel in. What would you gain from that? My mind doesn't work that way.

You're at the crossroads, in the middle and don't you dare cave in now. Keep going, you will be so happy with yourselves when you finish.

I believe you can have a textbook reintro ....every bit as great as a Whole 30. I believe you can have a food reset that will launch you into new and better patterns that will last you for the rest of your life.

I believe that engaging your heads in this process is every bit as important as your grocery list.

I believe that there aren't enough binges in the world that will ever fill the holes in hearts. Binges don't fix broken hearts and there's not enough weight loss that will ever fix a broken spirit.

Another binge is not a treatment for a food addiction.

A food reset and a head reset will take you back to your original factory settings.

You're at the crossroads and keep flying down the highway. I promise you, you'll be glad you did.

Geminimik · September 8, 2014

Meadow - EXCEPTIONAL!!!

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

EMILIE AND SHAYNA DO THE WHOLE30® (WHILE LIVING IN A CAMPER)

8 January, 2014

Nearly a year ago, Emilie and her friend Shayna left their homes in San Diego and set out on a year-long road-trip documentary project in a 1978 Toyota Odyssey mini camper. They tried to be healthy, but any way you shake it, life on the road catches up to you. In October 2013, they put their feet down and decided they wanted to eat clean and get a fresh start. So they started the Whole30. This is their story.

Emilie’s Story

In February 2013, a friend and I set out from our homes in San Diego and embarked upon a year-long road trip. In the months before departing, we gave up our apartments, sold our stuff, and traded in our cars for a 1978 Toyota Odyssey mini-camper. Our new home was 19 feet of retro ‘70s stripes and shag ceiling carpet. The goal was 50% fun exploration of the US and 50% work research for our documentary film; we had never been more excited.

Fast forward eight months: life on the road—from the west coast to the Rockies to Vermont to Brooklyn—had treated us well. And then… we arrived in The South. After spending five days in Nashville doing some birthday gorging on “exotic” foods we don’t have in southern California (read: Waffle House), we knew we needed a change. When my camper-mate Shayna suggested we do a Whole30, starting right then and there, I quickly agreed (most likely because I was in the throes of a SonicBurger hangover and wasn’t thinking straight).

First Off, We Live in a Camper

The facts were these: well, first off, we live in a camper. Not one of those fancy mobile mansions that are bigger than your parents’ house, but a tiny one with no running water, no refrigerator, and without an oven. We have a three burner stove top, of which two burners work. We own one cutting knife, a frying pan, a pot, two plates, and one mug (the other one broke and we didn’t want to spend the money to replace it). Until recently we were using plastic forks, but I splurged for two real ones at a thrift store in Tennessee. To store our food, we use a red cooler a friend in Cape Cod gave to us.

On top of that, we didn’t get a grant to do our documentary. We didn’t save up much to take on the road. We simply went. At this point in the journey we found our funds to be extremely S T R E T C H E D. Hospitality and occasional freelance work kept us on the road, so it seemed like the most nonsensical time to stop taking free meals and embark on the pickiest eating season of our lives. But we were tired of feeling badly from putting junk in our system and we mustered up the resolve to say “NO” to stuff that shouldn’t go in our bodies.

Friends Until the End

I had tried doing a Whole30 before, but found I wasn’t able to do it alone. Having Shayna in the same boat (camper) as me helped tremendously in terms of Whole30 success. The first major test of our resolve was when we went to stay with a sweet southern grandma just outside of Nashville. If there was ever an evangelist for southern home cooking, Lee was it. From the moment we walked in to her house, she smothered us with hugs and promises that she would feed us better than anyone else.

Though we had prepped her regarding our eating habits, I don’t think she truly believed us, or perhaps an intense paleo-style diet is just hard for an old school southern-paradigmed grandma to adjust to. I don’t know if it was harder for us or for Lee; she seemed absolutely crestfallen that she couldn’t treat us to her cooking, which also seemed to be the way she showed love.

We had mentioned that we could eat eggs, so the next morning when we awoke Lee was already hard at work in the kitchen. I watched in horror as she dumped almost a full cup of half & half into the eggs she was scrambling. At the breakfast table I tried to make secret motions toward Shayna regarding the “infected” scrambled eggs while I munched on a hard boiled one. We never knowingly broke our Whole30 while there, but after the Scrambled Egg Incident, we realized that there were probably lots of non-Whole30 compliant ingredients unknowingly slipped into the meals we were eating. We decided to start over, day one again, when we left Lee’s.

Creative Camper Cooking

From there came a lot of days where we were just on the road, not staying with anyone, and we got into a great habit of stopping mid-day wherever we happened to be (sometimes a McDonald’s parking lot, sometimes a state forest) and taking time to cook and eat a lunch. We were astounded by how creative we became with the allowed ingredients, and I must say it was kind of a thrill to be sitting on a blanket eating tilapia with Brussels sprouts and purple Asian sweet potatoes while watching people order Big Mac meals at the drive-thru window (for roughly the same price!).

Since we were living out of a cooler, we had to stop for groceries every couple days. We’d find what was cheap and in-season and eat that different ways for a few days and then hit the store again for whatever else was cheap and in-season in whatever region we were in. Sometimes we would just buy local meat at the farmers market and hit the grocery for the cheaper produce.

We discovered some favorite foods among things we hadn’t really eaten before: spaghetti squash, butternut squash, and sweet potatoes. And all three really cheap. We could only really make the squashes when we stayed with someone who had an oven, but the sweet potatoes kept really well in the camper and helped satiate us on longer days. And when we discovered ghee, my whole world turned upside-down. Garlic and all sorts of different onions are cheap and can flavor a meal differently every time, and eggs are easy and keep fairly well. Go-to meals on the run ended up being things like taco salad, “Cobb” salad, and leftovers from the night before.

Simple Pleasures

It was refreshing to be grateful for simple things. At my vegetarian relatives’ house we ate vegetables at their table and then cooked meat in our camper for dessert. We washed dishes whenever we could, and sometimes ended up washing them “in house” (a good paper towel wipe-down in the camper). I was always a little anxious about the price at the supermarket checkout but once we looked at the receipts and divided the cost by two, we realized we were most certainly SAVING money by choosing to eat simply and not eat out, even when we bought the $5 carton of eggs. Doing the Whole30 with a friend made it more fun and cheaper, since we could share the cost of basic cooking ingredients like coconut oil and ghee.

I’m not saying it was easy when we had to pass up free glasses of fine red wine at our friend’s bar in Durham, NC. But I can’t shout loudly enough about how good I felt eating clean, whole foods and how powerful it felt to say “no.” Every time we finished a meal we marveled about our energy levels and about how satisfied we felt; I slept better too (in a camper on noisy city streets!). In addition, I feel like I have a real jump-start on changing the way I relate to food; slowly, how I think about sugar and novelty foods is shifting.

Thirty days was just enough time to uproot my old habits and help me lean into a new kind of lifestyle. I wouldn’t say our situation was ideal, but all in all, my thought is this: if you’re thinking about doing the Whole30 and aren’t sure you have the resources, just imagine two plucky film-making gals traipsing around in a 1978 campervan full of sweet potatoes, and be very encouraged.

Emilie and Shayna will be on the road until late February. You can support them by sending them jars of ghee, hiring them ([email protected]), and following their journey on Facebook: facebook.com/holysmokesproductions; Instagram:@holysmokesproductions; and Vimeo:vimeo.com/holysmokesproductions.

- See more at: http://whole30.com/2014/01/camper-whole30/#sthash.EAZqwZCR.dpuf

Tuni · September 8, 2014

I wouldn’t say our situation was ideal, but all in all, my thought is this: if you’re thinking about doing the Whole30 and aren’t sure you have the resources, just imagine two plucky film-making gals traipsing around in a 1978 campervan full of sweet potatoes, and be very encouraged.

Wow! This was inspiring to read. Good for them, and way to take the legs out from under any excuses my little reptilian brain may have been cooking up.

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

Tuni, I think your brain is functioning on a much higher level than a reptile.

Ann@HowcrossCastle · September 8, 2014

I believe that there aren't enough binges in the world that will ever fill the holes in hearts. Binges don't fix broken hearts and there's not enough weight loss that will ever fix a broken spirit.

Another binge is not a treatment for a food addiction.

A food reset and a head reset will take you back to your original factory settings.

You're at the crossroads and keep flying down the highway. I promise you, you'll be glad you did.

MeadowLily, you are the best.

What's the latest update on your reintros? Last I recall, you were wondering if various legumes were making you sleepy... did you get that figured out? Will beans be back on your table, or are they banished forever? Just curious...

a.

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

Nope, those lentils and legumes sit well with me. Yesterday, I had blackeyed peas. Tomorrow, I will try a good butter. Then next day a non-GMO ancient grain rye bread. I reintro 4 days and W30 4 days...back and forth. I try something new every day for 4 days. It's working well.

My protocol and my call.

I reread the post from a member with Type 1 diabetes. He states that his pancreas would not react any differently to sugar on Day 31 or Day 91 than it would on Day -0. I know if I had face planted into carloads of sugar on Day 91, nothing good would come from it. Nothing. I know my pulse rate would reflect a sugar binge. Another binge of any kind is not going to fix insulin resistance....binges fast-track insulin resistance into what can become diabetes. I don't crave any sugar or heavy cream.

I'm slowly taking one new food group, laying back in the weeds and observing what happens.

NannyD · September 8, 2014

what a lot of interesting post and stories here.

Laurie, my prayers and peaceful thoughts for you and Steve

Deb as always thanks for the recipes, will check on the paleo paella and the British Bfast.

Jump4life, such a lovely trip with your daughter, ;-)

Ann, CCLaymon, Dr. Captain, hi everybody!

I have been feeling much better, and jump back on board this morning. Allergy at bay, immune doctor did blood test, and waiting on results. On another set of tests to check on my neck. They found 4 medium size one, big 2 and 1 small lymph nodes growing in my neck, but the good news is they look benign and the thyroglobuline (The blood marker for the cancer cells) came out negative. So I got up, pull up my pants, tight them up, and got the motivation needed, if any doubt to stay on track on the Whole30. Official day one again today, even though mostly paleo when I fell off the plane, I had a couple glasses of wine one day, and some corn chips, guilty hehehe.

I need to care good enough for my health to stick to plan. Will check my neck again in November, and I would love to see better results. I am convinced that food choices will make a difference.

Need to beat the sugar-fruit demons, no smoothie today, instead some scramble eggs with veggies, and I started reading again It Starts with Food book, to remind me all the reasons I already know.

I cannot check these posts as often as I would like to, real life suck me in hahahah. But I try to keep up my best.

I went walking Saturday for 5k (3.1 m) and yesterday 2 miles. I want to call myself again a runner, I want to have the energy for that, and I think that one day at a time I will get there. I bought a fit bit and is giving me extra motivation. When I did the 5k I was soo tired I had to rest a couple of hours after, but then got up in the afternoon and stayed active the rest of the day.

Love everyone!

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

Nanny, did you hurt yourself when you fell off the plane? No sprains or breaks, I hope. Bruises?

That's quite alot of testing but the results are good news. Deb is definitely your Huckleberry for these issues. She knows things, hears things and reads things. If you can kick that Sugar Dragon in his big snoot, you'll be way ahead of the game. She's yours, Deb. Nanny D. is going to kick some serious Whole 30 hindend around here.

MeadowLily · September 8, 2014

CCLaymon · September 9, 2014

OK - another busy day here - I haven't even had time to read everyone's posts but I will catch up tomorrow.

Two great offal quotes from Master Chef for Deb: (Choices were brain, heart, tongue, testicle)

Courtney: "I'm going to make the fanciest bull testicles you've ever seen."

GR: "That is the most glamorous bull testicle I've ever seen!"

Just not what I'm used to hearing, LOL! I'm calling it a night but will check in tomorrow, friends!

MeadowLily · September 9, 2014

Why should I do the Whole30?

Because, as the program says, it will change your life. It will change the way you think about food, it will change your tastes, it will change your habits and your cravings. It could, quite possibly, change the emotional relationship you have with food, and with your body. It has the potential to change the way you eat for the rest of your life. We know this because we did it, and thousands of people have since done it, and it changed our lives (and their lives) in a very permanent fashion.

The Whole30 program has quietly led tens of thousands of people to improved quality of life and a healthier relationship with food – accompanied by stunning improvements in sleep, energy levels, attention span, mood and self-esteem. More significantly, many people have reported the “magical” elimination of a variety of symptoms, diseases and conditions – in just 30 days.

http://whole30.com/2011/06/the-whole30-a-z-real-life-testimonials/

MeadowLily · September 9, 2014

Will I lose weight on my Whole30?

Before we answer this question, we need you to understand that the Whole30 isn’t a weight loss diet. This is a 30 day program designed to jump start optimal health for the rest of your life. Use the program to break old patterns, build new, healthy habits and push the reset button on your metabolism and inflammatory status. And take these 30 days to give yourself a much needed, long overdue, well-deserved break from your preoccupation with body weight and focus on health instead.

Here’s the good news: The Whole30 will improve your overall health, and that is almost always reflected in improving body composition. But it doesn’t work the other way around. You can achieve short-term weight loss by taking some drastic steps (like a super-low calorie diet plus two hours of cardio a day)… but that weight loss neither makes you healthier, nor is it sustainable long term. So trust us, and be patient. We’ll get you there the healthy way – the right way – in a manner that you’ll be able to maintain for the rest of your life.

Finally, some reassurance: In an ongoing poll of over 1,400 Whole30 participants, more than 96% of them lost weight during their first Whole30without even thinking about weight loss. Be patient. Your (weight loss) time will come.

MeadowLily · September 9, 2014

What happens when my Whole30 is over?

It’s not the Whole365, and at some point (whether that’s 30 days, 45, 60 or however long you choose), your Whole30 will come to an end. We’ve got details on what to expect during life after your Whole30, with lots of helpful resources to keep you on track in a sustainable fashion.

Usually, folks feel so good after their Whole30 they can’t imagine going back to their old habits! But eventually, less healthy foods creep back in, and you’ll probably realize that you’re not feeling as good as you could be. Not to worry – the Whole30 will always be there to help! If you find your old habits are creeping back in too much for your liking, jump back on the Whole30 for a week, a month or longer, until your cravings, tastes, energy levels and symptoms are back on track. Then, use what you’ve learned during that experience to continue your new habits in a healthy, sustainable way. The best part? Your new habits are easier to retain with practice.

MeadowLily · September 9, 2014

Am I supposed to count calories? How will I know if I’m eating enough?

We don’t think weighing, measuring or tracking your intake facilitates a healthy, sustainable relationship with food. In addition, folks often override the signals their body is sending them (eat more!) because they get so stuck in the numbers (calories, blocks, grams or points). When you’re eating Good Food, you don’t have to track your intake. The nutrients in the foods we recommend, coupled with the healthy hormonal responses these foods promote, send accurate satiety signals to your brain to tell you when you’re hungry, and when you’ve eaten enough.

Your body knows how much you should be eating better than any calculator you pulled off the internet – and when you’ve been eating Good Food for a while, you can trust the signals your body is sending you. If you’re brand new to Paleo, use our meal planning template help you figure out portion sizes and meal frequency. After a few weeks, you can let your energy levels, hunger, mood and performance in the gym or in your sport help you decide whether you need to eat more.

http://whole9life.com/2012/02/what-about-calcium/

MeadowLily · September 9, 2014

The difference between Paleo and Whole 30

The biggest difference is that Melissa and Dallas own the Whole30 and have expressly written rules for it. What is and is not accepted is pretty clearly defined because they wrote it that way. If you have a question, there is someone who can answer it.

The word 'Paleo' is owned by no one. There are no hard fast rules to what paleo is because everybody's definition is different. For some, it's 100% all the time and treat-free, often as strict as a Whole30. For others, it's 80/20 or 60/40 or full of treats or full-fat dairy. Just google 'paleo' and you'll see every color of the rainbow.

Paleo is confusing. Whole30 is clear.

drtracyb · September 9, 2014

Back on board. Had nomnompaleo cracklin' chicken for dinner with white potatoes microwaved then sliced and fried in ghee. I'm not particularly comfortable with potatoes being approved for whole30 or paleo, as they are a food with no breaks for me, but the way I ate them today was fine.

My kids had that, too. I've packed them paleo lunches for the past two days. They are not completely paleo but about 80% and they really prefer to eat healthy food. I had some black plantains in the freezer that I whipped up in my vitamix with a small amount of almond milk so my son had "banana ice cream" for dessert. My kids are not big sweets eaters. My daughter didn't even want the ice cream - she asked for clementines for dessert.

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