SuzyQ1515 Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Hi all, my name is Susan and I started this journey last Friday and right now I am feeling committed, but frustrated and head-achy. I did not expect the severe headaches I have been experiencing and already have broken down and taken a few pain killers. My main purpose for doing the Whole30 is the horrible ache in my right knee every time I run and the huge amounts of Aleve I have consumed the last few years to fight the pain. In addition, I have gotten a bit soft around the middle (muffin-top) and I am ready to see it gone. I know I can do this and I have shared with the people closest to me that I have started this process. I am most concerned about social settings and I do not want to be a hermit for the remaining 26 days of this experience. I look forward to feeling better soon and taking control of my body and my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSullivan17 Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Hey Susan, I'm DJ, 32 male, started Monday 10/6, so I've been thru those headaches too. If u google 'whole30 cramps' or 'whole30 headaches' there's lots of recommendations to fight them. I went thru rough days. I'd say days 3-5 were the worst. My body chemicals were messed up, cramps all over, occasional headaches, short temper,etc. there's no perfect time to start but I'd say avoid a time where your life is already stressful (taking bar exam, big deadlines at work). I lost it at work one day, I didn't realize how much the diet was affecting me physically & mentally & had a bit of a breakdown. So just realize that this is a big shock no matter how prepared u think u are. As far as socially: I am a big drinker & go to bars 4x/week. It's been surprisingly easy to still go to the bar but not drink & still hv fun. I get big pint glasses of seltzer with a lime. Believe it or not, many people do that. I felt like I had to apologize for ordering a non-alcoholic drink but it's really no big deal. For the ppl I hangout with I just let them notice & when they ask why I'm not drinking I simply say 'I'm on a diet that excludes drinking'. 99% of ppl respond with 'Good for you!', which was also a surprise as I thought ppl would badger me. Don't feel like you owe a lengthy explanation, most ppl would just be bored anyway. They are at the bar to drink & relax & don't want to be reminded of the obvious fact that alcohol is bad for you. I use coffee if I need to feel a jolt & I smoke weed regularly which I'm sure disqualifies me from winning any whole30 awards, but it keeps me sane so screw it. My sister's wedding was Friday & I drank a coffee to get amped up & just drank seltzer & had a great time. I'm looking forward to drinking again but I can certainly donate 4 weekends to the cause. I wouldn't use any opiate painkillers as a crutch as they are hugely habit forming. The headaches will go away soon, definitely google or look for headache as a topic on this forum. I absolutely gets better soon. I'm feeling great. I woke up at 6:45 Sat & Sun. So much energy & time. I've lost 9 lbs (out of a 35lb goal) in 7 days & all I do is lightly jog & walk. This works. I'm gonna go find the 10/6 forum as I intended before stumbling onto your post but feel free to reply and let me know how you're doing. -DJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyQ1515 Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Thanks DJ. You men and your ability to lose 7 pounds in a week!!! I think the headaches are starting to subside and I am definitely not as "hangry" as I was a few days ago. So you don't think it is a big deal to smoke weed on this program? I only ask because prior to last Friday I was a regular drinker and weed smoker, but I haven't used either. Hmmm, something to think about. I really appreciate the support and the information. Keep it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSullivan17 Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 My personal opinion is that smoking is ok unless it makes you devour food. The things I usually eat when high (cookies, m&m's) are off limits anyway and I don't crave kale when I smoke so it's not an issue. As far as it being counted as a toxin or impurity, I see that and I'd certainly leave it out if you can. The program is all about feeling your own body/mind in it's natural state so if you can use this to prove to yourself you don't need to smoke every day, I think there's value in that. For me it just happens to be the thing keeping me from drinking/going crazy. So it's a lesser of two evils kinda deal. I feel lucky to have lost 9 pounds in 9 days but now I feel that I have to step it up with exercise to keep that trend going. I can feel more jump in my step from weighing less and having more energy (never being hungover). I like the word 'Hangry' Also ...I wonder if there's a forum topic on smoking weed? I'm gonna check that out. Good luck & stay strong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSullivan17 Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Susan, Here's a specific discussion on the topic including a response from Whole30 founder Melissa Hartwig. http://forum.whole9life.com/topic/4517-can-i-have-marijuana/?hl=cannabis#entry40203 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyQ1515 Posted October 15, 2014 Author Share Posted October 15, 2014 Thanks for sending me to the forum. I will definitely check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyQ1515 Posted October 15, 2014 Author Share Posted October 15, 2014 Okay...I'm on Day 6 and I think I can do this I'm not cranky and oddly not hungry or snacking like crazy. As a life long "snacker", my cravings have gone away but I do notice I am hungry for my meals when they roll around. The one side effect I don't like are these very vivid dreams. Has anyone else had vivid dreams? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSullivan17 Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 I definitely had crazy vivid/disturbing dreams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSullivan17 Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 Still going strong - Day 16! Weight has stayed constant, not much loss after first week, but I think my body is shaping up nonetheless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyQ1515 Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 That is awesome! Day 14 for me and I ran over 2 miles pain free, which is a first in a longtime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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