mochuisle Posted September 9, 2012 Share Posted September 9, 2012 I did the better part of a Whole 30 in June (Whole 20?), read ISWF over the summer, and began gearing up for a second, easier Whole 30 in September for the start of the school year. While training for a triathlon, I started experiencing symptoms of GERD and went to both my PCP and a holistic nurse practitioner at my women's health center. The NP basically saw exactly what Melissa & Dallas describe in the book - systemic inflammation that is likely contributing to my asthma, allergies, acne, GERD and seeming inability to lose weight. She ordered a comprehensive food panel, which showed almost 40 food sensitivities. Right now, I've had to eliminate eggs, almonds, oysters, clams, pineapple and both bakers' and brewers' yeast from my diet. So much for easier the second time around I just saw this log option on the forum for the first time, so I figured I'd give it might be just what I need to get through this month. Yesterday was Day 5 - I pulled my calf during a five-mile run in the morning, then officiated two field hockey games in the afternoon. By dinner time, I could barely walk and would normally have turned to food, but I didn't so I'm pretty psyched! Pre-Workout: Cashew Butter Breakfast: Spinach Salad w/ Blueberries and Pistachios, Paleo Crab Cakes (really turns into a scramble w/o eggs to bind them), Mashed Sweet Potato w/ Dried Cherries Lunch: Green Juice (ginger, pear, arugula), Kale Chips w Cashew Butter, Cashews Dinner: Spinach Salad w/ Figs and Prosciutto, Lobster w/ Clarified Butter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 9, 2012 Author Share Posted September 9, 2012 Taking it easy today, trying to get my calf back in order Day 6 food log: Breakfast: Cauliflower "Couscous" w/ Tomato Sauce (homemade), Bacon, Sausage Lunch: Salad w/ Figs and Pistachios, Lobster w/ Clarified Butter Snack: Raw pecans Dinner: Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork, Spoonful of Coconut Butter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misschriss Posted September 9, 2012 Share Posted September 9, 2012 Hi Maureen, hope your doing much better. I hate it when I hurt myself, it's such a set back when you've got so much to do. I've had such a struggle with losing some body fat. The last time I had it evaluated in a BodPod I was 28%, which I know isn't terrible, but I've always been athletic and have been frustrated with my inability to drop a few fat % points. I was so jealous of people going Paleo and magically drop fat...not the case for me. I started Paleo last December and actually got bigger. When I came a cross Whole9 it made so much sence, especially the part where they recommend portions and limiting overeating calorie dense things like nuts. I went overboard I'm sure on the bacon, macadamias, and coconut oil. I think my body just can not handle all the excess fat and overall calories. I hate to mention the calorie word here because I know it's sort of unsettling in Paleo circles but if my body is only using a certain amount of calories a day and if I'm exceeding that, then it seems obvious to me that I'll get chunkier. Im very active and moderately muscular, but my body is just not metabolically active enough to burn what i was putting in it. So I've said all that to say this Whole30 has been really good for me. I'm following it, eating three meals a day, working out, and feeling pretty balanced. You will find what works for you, trust your instincts, you can do this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 10, 2012 Author Share Posted September 10, 2012 My energy is dragging today!! I haven't slept well since I started my Whole 30 - may have something to do with going back to school at the same time - so I can't wait to get through this phase. Here's today's log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork Lunch - Green Salad w/ Zucchini & Pistachios, Lemon Shrimp, Apple Snack - Coconut Butter Dinner - Paleo Cashew Chicken, Green Salad w/ Figs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 Heated my calves before officiating this afternoon and had them taped by our athletic trainer, so it felt pretty good to get out and run around this afternoon. And I finally got a decent night's sleep - thank you fall air! Day 8 log - pretty much the same as Day 7 log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork Lunch - Green Salad w/ Zucchini & Pistachios, Lemon Shrimp, Pear Snack - Cashew Butter Dinner - Paleo Cashew Chicken, Green Salad w/ Figs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 Day 9 log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork Lunch - Green Salad w/ Cucumbers, Carrots, Cashews & Sunflower Seeds, Lemon Shrimp, Pear Snack - 2 hot dogs (Whole 30 approved) Dinner - Swordfish, Baby Broccoli, Green Salad w/ Figs, Coconut Butter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 I can't believe I'm through Day 10!! Life outside the Whole 30 is stressing me out this week, so I can't wait for the weekend and more rest. But I'm psyched I haven't let myself get derailed Day 10 Log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork Lunch - Green Salad w/ Pistachios, Lemon Butter Shrimp, Apple Snack - Cashew Butter Dinner - Macadamia-Crusted Swordfish, Baby Broccoli, Green Salad w/ Figs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 15, 2012 Author Share Posted September 15, 2012 Major hurdle crossed tonight - Whole 30 in a social setting! I had a few people over before a football game, so wings, chips and beer were all within an arm's reach.... I was barely tempted! The two burgers with guacamole I had before they came over may have helped Day 11 Log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Stuffed w/ Ground Pork Lunch - Green Salad w/ Pistachios, Lemon Butter Shrimp, Apple Pre-Game Meal - 2 burgers (locally sourced, grass-fed beef) w/ guacamole and ketchup (both home-made) Post-Game Meal - Big green salad w/ summer squash, 2 hot dogs (Whole 30 approved) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 15, 2012 Author Share Posted September 15, 2012 I may have found a breakfast that tastes like breakfast and doesn't include eggs, dairy or grains http://realsustenance.com/breakfast-porridge-gluten-freepaleo-nutsoydairysugeregg-free/ The recipes call for Stevia, which I omitted - instead, I added a half a handful of unsweetened dried cherries to two servings. Added just the right amount of sweetness without feeling like I was feeding a sugar craving. Delish!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 First time I've officiated without pain in two weeks!! Hot yoga this morning may have helped, too This is the second time I've had green juice or a green smoothie, and I feel it owes explanation. I've been officiating from 1-4pm on Saturdays and need a light lunch that I can run on. I know M & D would recommend a salad with the whole veggies instead, but there's no way I can 1) go that long without lunch or 2) run with that kind of volume in my stomach. All the ingredients are Whole 30 approved, and I'm not drinking them for their sweetness (which is practically non-existent), so I think I'm within the spirit of the Good Food Standards. And there was minimal processing, absolutely not additives/preservatives - I stood there and watched the vegetables and fruit being fed into the juicer/blender. I'd love thoughts on this! Day 12 Log: Pre-Workout - Cashew Butter Breakfast - Acorn Squash Porridge, Chicken Sausage Lunch/Pre-Game - Green Smoothie (spinach, kale, cuke, date, mango, pineapple, orange-carrot juice), 2 hot dogs (Whole 30 approved) Dinner - Scallops, Green Salad w/ Blueberries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 Super mellow day capped off by restorative yoga Day 13 Log: Breakfast - Acorn Squash Porridge, Bacon & Sausage (Whole Foods - no sugar added) Lunch - Chicken Sausage, Burger, Green Salad w/ Blueberries Snack - Coconut Butter Dinner - Pork Carnitas, Green Salad w/ Figs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 17, 2012 Author Share Posted September 17, 2012 Two weeks down!! I had a great 3-mile run this morning and cooked all afternoon. Breakfast and lunch are done for the week! Day 14 Log: Pre-Workout - Cashew Butter Breakfast - Two hot dogs, Sweet Potato (one half), Spinach Salad w/ Blueberries Lunch - Green Salad w/ Ham Snack - Banana w/ Cashew Butter Dinner - Braised Beef Short Ribs w/ Figs, Mashed Cauliflower Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 I can't believe I'm halfway through!!!!! I felt great officiating today - best I've felt since before Labor Day. And I walked into a cooking store with samples everywhere and just walked on by Day 15 Log: Breakfast - Sweet Potato "Pizza" (tomato sauce, homemade pork sausage, onion, mushrooms, olives) Lunch - Braised Beef Short Ribs w/ Figs, Apple Snack (pre-game) - Cashews Dinner - Ground Pork w/ tomato paste & onions, Mashed Cauliflower, Spinach Salad w/ Blueberries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 I can feel a cold coming on, and my body is fighting. Seriously hope my body wins! Day 16 Log: Breakfast - Sweet Potato Pizza Lunch - Braised Beef Short Ribs w/ Figs, Apple Snack (pre-game) - Macadamia Nuts Dinner - Ground Pork w/ Red Pepper Tapenade, Mashed Cauliflower, Cherry Tomatoes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaine Ross Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Can you please post your acorn squash/pork recipe and exacty how to make that sweet potato pizza? I'm intrigued... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Here's the acorn squash stuffed w pork: http://modernmantocaveman.blogspot.com/p/caveman-recipes.html?m=1 And here's the sweet potato pizza: http://www.health-bent.com/beef/paleo-pizza-stuffed-sweet-potatoes The pizza has been great for breakfast this week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Tackled my first night in a restaurant! I had to ask a few questions, but my meal was clean. And my girlfriends were super supportive!! Also officiated my third day straight - fast game on turf - still no leg pain We'll see how I feel after game four tomorrow and after my long run Saturday morning! Day 17 Log: Breakfast - Sweet Potato Pizza Lunch - Braised Beef Short Ribs w/ Figs, Apple Pre-Game Snack - Macadamia Nuts Dinner - Green Salad w/ Grilled Salmon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Four days straight of officiating has a few aches and pains popping up, but nothing like two weeks ago. Tomorrow I do my last long run before the Maine Marathon relay. Fingers crossed that things go well! I also had a student show up with a box of chocolates for me today. I didn't even consider it - took off the wrapping and handed the box around to my next class. Day 18 Log: Breakfast - Butternut Squash Porridge w/ Coconut Flakes, Dried Cherries & Pistachios, 2 hot dogs Lunch - Green Salad w/ Grilled Chicken, Apple, Date & Almond Roll Pre-Game Snack - Macadamia Nuts, Cashew Butter Dinner - Pan-Roasted Tuna, Spinach Salad w/ Blueberries, Coconut Butter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 22, 2012 Author Share Posted September 22, 2012 I got in another 5 mile run this morning - woohoo!! My calf tightened up, but I didn't pull it, and I exercised some good judgment for once and passed on officiating this afternoon. A little hot yoga in the morning and the calf should be back in good form. Maine Marathon relay is a week away Now that I'm getting a better handle on my life with the Whole 30 and without eggs, I'm trying to mix things up a little bit this week for meals. I did some grocery shopping today - a quick trip to Whole Foods tomorrow should round everything out - and hopefully I'll have some variety back in my life. Day 19 Log: Pre-Workout - Cashew Butter Breakfast - Butternut Squash Porridge w/ Coconut Flakes, Dried Cherries & Pistachios, 2 hot dogs Lunch - Sweet Potato Pizza Snack - Green Juice, Kale Chips w/ Almond Butter Dinner - Shrimp over Zucchini "Pasta" w/ Red Pepper Pesto, Green Salad w/ Pecans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 23, 2012 Author Share Posted September 23, 2012 Toughest day so far, at least in terms of getting in meals. I went shopping with my sister this afternoon, and we went to Chipotle to get a late lunch - we actually turned around and walked out when they told us they use honey in their marinades. So, I had late breakfast, really late lunch and late dinner. But I kept to the plan! I also took the day off from running/yoga/officiating and did nothing more rigorous than walking around the mall. Day 20 Log: Breakfast - Butternut Squash Porridge w/ Coconut Flakes, Dried Cherries & Pistachios, Bacon (W30 approved) Lunch - Spinach & Arugula Salad w/ Green Figs, Shrimp Dinner - Lobster w/ Clarified Butter, Tomato Salad, Carrot, Apple & Parsnip Puree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 24, 2012 Author Share Posted September 24, 2012 A little variety today I found a butcher who makes sugar-free sausage and bacon. When he said his Italian sausage was hot, he wasn't kidding. Oooh baby! I also tried a steak recipe that I found on Nom Nom Paleo. It called for rib eye, but I did a flat iron, too. Delish!! Day 21 Log: Breakfast - Buttercup Squash & Italian Sausage Saute Lunch - Green Salad, 3 hot dogs (W30 approved) Pre-Game Snack - Cashew Butter, Dried Cherries Dinner - Mexican Spice-Rubbed Flat Iron w/ Lime Butter, Cauliflower & Celery Root Puree, Spinach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 25, 2012 Author Share Posted September 25, 2012 Long busy day.... Reminded that this is why I cook ahead of time during FH season Day 22 Log: Breakfast - Butternut Squash Porridge, 2 hot dogs Lunch - Spinach Salad w/ Chicken, Mango & Almonds, Apple Dinner - Mexican Spice-Rubbed Rib Eye, Cauliflower & Celery Root Purée, Swiss Chard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nshepardson Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Thanks for the Eggs-Free food log Maureen. This is my first Whole30 and I started having some digestive issues so I'm experimenting going egg-free and am loving the different breakfasts you're logging. I just followed your link to Breakfast Porridge and am springing it to my recipe database. I have a butternut squash sitting in my pantry . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 Thanks for the Eggs-Free food log Maureen. This is my first Whole30 and I started having some digestive issues so I'm experimenting going egg-free and am loving the different breakfasts you're logging. I just followed your link to Breakfast Porridge and am springing it to my recipe database. I have a butternut squash sitting in my pantry . . . . Thanks! I had a check up with my doctor today, and she made a few more breakfast recommendations. As soon as I find some recipes for them, I'll post them here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochuisle Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 My Whole 30 experience is about to get really interesting. . . . I saw my doctor today to go over the results of my comprehensive food panel. When I started this W30, I eliminated any foods that had level 2 or 3 sensitivities - only eggs had a real impact on my diet. Today, I found out that the 20 some odd items that were level 1 sensitivities should only be part of my diet once a week, if not less. So. . . . now I need to eliminate all nuts (except pecans and macadamia), black pepper, tomatoes, coconut and chicken I'm not a huge chicken eater, but no coconut milk is going to really hamper my cooking. My doctor suggested hemp milk, but it's not W30 friendly. Any experts have suggestions?? On a different note, my doctor said she could see evidence of my W30 just looking at me - less puffiness, more definition in my face. I didn't step on the scale for my appointment, but am excited to see some numbers at the end of next week. Day 23 Log: Breakfast - Buttercup Squash & Italian Sausage Saute Lunch - Spinach Salad w/ Chicken, Mango & Almonds, Pear Snack - Cashew Butter, Dried Cherries Dinner - Steak, Cauliflower & Celery Root Puree, Carrots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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