little_muffin Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Hi there, I had the all important meeting with the nursery manager today and on the whole got a very positive reaction. There were the obvious questions; What about calcium? I'm concerned that with no carbs, her brain won't develop ?!?! Well, what can she have if no dairy, carbs, gluten or sugar? Do you not think it is a bit extreme? I think (!!) I handled it quite well and hopefully got the result I wantedbut we will have to see over the next few days. I'd be grateful for opinions on these questions so I know if I answered them in the correct way Many thanks Jenni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted April 9, 2013 Moderators Share Posted April 9, 2013 During a Whole30, the idea is to eat as many carbs as needed for energy and performance. The Whole30 is not a no-carb or even a low-carb approach to eating. The only requirement is that carbs should be from healthy foods like sweet potatoes, butternut squash, root vegetables, or fruit. Personally, I sleep better when I eat sweet potatoes frequently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snappy Shark Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Ahhhh, the "low-carb" and "no-carb" interpretation of W30 drives me nuts! What people *mean* to say (I think) is no REFINED carbohydrates. I frequently encounter people who say things like, "oh, you couldn't eat that because of the carbs" or "bananas aren't paleo"? What?! My rant is completely beside the point of your post - I did actually come here to say congratulations and "good on you"! Glad that you got a positive reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little_muffin Posted April 9, 2013 Author Share Posted April 9, 2013 I said that Snappy Shark!! Though I used, there are plenty of carbs in veg, I just don't want her to have manufactured carbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Good for you!! So proud! Let's tackle those questions: Calcium - http://whole9life.com/2013/03/raising-good-food-kids-faq/ Brain Development - Healthy fats are actually just as important, if not more important, for a child's brain development. The FAQ post above is good info on that, too. Remind her that the amount of carbohydrates is not limited, just the sources. What can she eat - print out a copy of the W30 shopping list! There's a ton of stuff Extreme? - Point out that it may seem drastic, but as a loving parent your goal is to make sure your daughter has the best chance at success. Her behavior is currently a problem for her and those around her and this is worth exploring. You might also have her teachers make notes on her behavior during these 30 days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bon Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 Robin, I always love your thoughtful responses to questions - always practical, helpful and can tell you are a mother who is living it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Thank you! It really is our every day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjena Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 I'm so glad that they are willing to work with you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little_muffin Posted April 10, 2013 Author Share Posted April 10, 2013 Mmm not so sure anymore, see my recent post :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keianna Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Thanks for the good info Robin. My daughter starts school in August and I just hope it isn't a battle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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