eatprayrun Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 I am new to Whole30 and have been trying to read up as much as I can but it's been crazy over the Holidays! I started whole30 on the 1st and for some reason was under the impression that the only potatoes I could have were sweeet potatoes! I just read last night in a whole30 questions and answers section on here that we can have ANY kind of potato! I am so excited! I know I can't go crazy and be eating potatoes 3x a day, but this does make my life seem so much easier now:) Deep of potatoes over here Boiled, baked, fried, seasoned - I love them all It was a good reminder to me to keep reading and researching, because who knows what else I have missed that I can or can't have! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators ultrarunnergirl Posted January 3, 2015 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2015 I did my first Whole30 when white potatoes were not allowed. While it did make it more challenging to eat out, I am glad it was that way because I tried new veggies like turnips and rutabaga. Fell head over heels for rutabaga! We now shred a huge one every Sunday for quick breakfast hash during the week. Also very good added to mashed potatoes + parsnip blend or as a sub for white potatoes in stews. Edited to add: just be sure as you noted above to include a variety of veggies. Especially greens! And welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatprayrun Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 Thanks! And what great suggestions - can't wait to try the rutabaga idea!! Definitely love the way Whole30 is already opening me up to new foods! Bought pomegranates yesterday and absolutely loved them!! Can't wait to try a few veggies I don't normally buy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
747dar Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 I just read this and am very excited lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akbuckey Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 Yes, this was the only update to the book I had a potato last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicMom Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I am astounded- and happy. When we did the whole30 last year my son especially was saddened by the overabundance of cauliflower and lack of potatoes in my pots LOL.... and my husband just listened to the book and said, hey- how come you made us give up potatoes last year, it says they are fine. I WAS SO CONFUSED...and still am really. So why did this change??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I am astounded- and happy. When we did the whole30 last year my son especially was saddened by the overabundance of cauliflower and lack of potatoes in my pots LOL.... and my husband just listened to the book and said, hey- how come you made us give up potatoes last year, it says they are fine. I WAS SO CONFUSED...and still am really. So why did this change??? Details here: http://whole30.com/2014/07/new-whole30/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkers Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I am astounded- and happy. When we did the whole30 last year my son especially was saddened by the overabundance of cauliflower and lack of potatoes in my pots LOL.... and my husband just listened to the book and said, hey- how come you made us give up potatoes last year, it says they are fine. I WAS SO CONFUSED...and still am really. So why did this change??? Here's the post: http://whole30.com/2014/07/new-whole30/ In short, they were originally out because, for a lot of people, they're easy to overeat on and can be a trigger food. However, lots of Whole 30 approved foods (like nuts and dates) are just as big a trigger. The ban on white potatoes wasn't about the food itself, but potential for abuse and this was inconsistent with the rationale for the program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicMom Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 I see. Okay- yes, I can understand they being a trigger. Mashed potatoes is one of my comfort foods. So while I may not have this time around very often, I may use them occasionally to placate my son- he's 16- a whole30 ispretty tough for a 16 year old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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