ljd Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Today, for the first time, I was craving sugar. I stayed on track but I wasn't happy. I'm sure this was an emotional issue, and not a hunger one When I thought about how well I have been feeling and how my clothes are getting a bit looser that was enough to clear my mind. I might add that since I have been doing Whole 30 I have been sleeping like a baby. That is huge for me! Is anyone else experiencing these benefits? And what do you do on those "Bad" days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix11Rising Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I am on day seven, and I would still give my left arm for a Cherry Coke Zero. And I totally recognize that it is my brain asking for that, not my body, but everyday I face that craving. I have been sleeping better, for sure! On bad days, I have tried to remind myself that it is just thirty days. I do plan to slowly reintroduce some things when I am done, and maybe Cherry Coke Zero can become an occasional treat for me someday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Bust on through, ljd. Punch through the wall. A couple more days under your belt and you'll be flying straight to Day 21. Day 21 is a very good day on the Whole 30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntJane Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 What MeadowLily said! (and I am looking forward to day 21 - today is 17 for me!) I haven't had too many cravings, but when I do I just wait it out, because it will pass. Although I will admit, my first Whole30 weekend I got extremely irritable with everyone I saw drinking a diet Coke or eating something sweet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newkime1 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Day 18 and one thing I did do when I was facing the worst cravings is take a spoonful of whole almond butter and sprinkle some raisins on it. Its a small taste but its sweet and it helped. I am so thankful I got thru the really rough spot. I'm reaping the rewards now. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Melissa @ Whole9 says April 6, 2011 at 2:09 pm It may take a week or two… it may take a month or two. Depends on how bad your sugar demons are, and how you treat them during your Whole30. Dallas likes to say you can’t kill the sugar dragon with willpower, you have to STARVE it. So don’t give in to those cravings during your Whole30 by using fruit as a crutch… stick it out and it will get better. Best of luck to you! Melissa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Melissa @ Whole9 says August 19, 2010 at 5:34 pm You don’t have to throw out all the sweet or savory stuff, but I do think you’re smart to realize you’re giving into the sugar demons with your sunflower seeds and raisins. If you’re craving sugar, don’t give your body sugar! Eat a high fat snack instead, with a little bit of protein, and tough it out. Break those cravings once and for all and you can go back to enjoying the occasional dried fruit and nut snack without worrying that it’s going to send you running for the nearest Krispy Kreme. Best, Melissa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Dallas @ Whole9 says August 4, 2010 at 8:02 pm If you’re craving carbs (read: SUGAR!), eat fat and protein. Giving yourself sugar is NOT the route to go. But also, adding 1/2 & 1/2 to your coffee won’t make you feel better. We’ve observed in (literally) hundreds of people that “falling off the wagon” with things like pizza and cake only lead to more “falling off”. Get back on the Good Food Train Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Here’s what we typically see. People coming off a traditional “American” diet for the first time tend to rely heavily on fruit, nuts and nut butters in their first attempt at the Whole30. While they are much better food choices than you old sweet treats, obviously we’d encourage you to work your way towards better food choices, the further along you are in the program. So as you notice that you’re hitting the nut butters too hard, for example, perhaps pull back and try to add fat in the form of other good sources (coconut milk, avocado, olive oil, etc.). You’ll naturally become more aware of your food choices, the further along you go, and naturally develop a healthier, happier relationship with ALL foods. Just know it’ll take longer than 30 days for that to happen! It’s really a life-long pursuit – breaking those old emotional ties to food and developing a new, healthier relationship. Just stick with it and continue to be honest with yourself about your food choices, cravings and habits, and the time WILL come when you can enjoy that chocolate bar and then jump right back on the Good Food Train. Thanks to all for contributing! Best, Melissa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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