( Now I dare you to not sing Do Re Mi for the entire day).
October I completed my first whole 30. I was quite skeptical but I always liked science, so I was up for the experiment. My main goal was to see if I could reduce the inflammation in my shoulder. Dealing with Arthritis in my shoulder at a fairly young age, I didn't want to be tied to medication to manage my pain. SBM and some friends on instagram, talked about this AMAZING book called Whole30. I picked up a kindle version, and read it. Decided that most of what I was eating was already inline with this theory, but there were a few things I wanted to clean up (whole grains, Vodka, Dairy, Soy, Vodka, Dairy whole grains) if you get the picture.
I am not going to lie the first week was rough. I was tired, I would almost say meattarded my brain was just in a fog, constant headache. But all of this was laid out in the book, I knew what to expect.
By the end of week one I was sleeping like a baby. Good sleep, Restful sleep. I decided that if that was the only benefit I got from the experiment it was worth it. But then the headache was gone, and the cravings were going away. I had so much energy, I was ready to go at my work outs in BEAST mode and I did.
Long story short. My shoulder - NO PAIN, My skin - CLEAR, Bloat and swelling - GONE, My workouts were solid, my sleep incredible. This was the lifestyle for me.
SO...... Fast Forward two months.
Lets see what is back in my diet-
Grains ( rice ) CHECK
Alcohol CHECK
Dairy In small amounts CHECK
Soy CHECK
My bodies response.
Sleep - BAD and I feel tired all the time
Shoulder - Ok I was rear ended again, but the pain is back
Skin - Acne again
Bloating and swelling - YUP
I have not been working out. I was rear ended and had surgery in the last 7 weeks, but I don't think I would have the energy to keep up with my accustomed pace.
So my thoughts.
Well I have defiantly created the best science experiment at my bodies expense. I CANT NOT EAT THE FOLLOWING, GRAINS, DAIRY, SOY OR ALCOHOL. My body is telling me that even small amounts is NOT OK. So do I choose to follow my bodies lead and eat clean and take care of it, or do I go back to the conventional way of eating.
NO NEVER AGAIN....
During my down time post surgery I read two books ( The Primal Blueprint, and Paleo for Athletes ) that I will use primarily as reference guide over the next 30 days along with the Whole30. I am a type 2 diabetic, who has managed my sugar with diet and exercise. The Primal Blueprint has opened my eyes to the SHEEPLY way I was thinking about the ADA food pyramid and how that is the way I SHOULD be eating.
My plan for this Whole30 is to clean up the things I KNOW I need to clean up, and create a Paleo plan for fueling my body during this upcoming season.
I plan on taking more of an athletes approach to my Whole30 but all are welcome.
I am not going to lie the next 30 days are going to be rough at times, but I can promise you that you will have a new outlook on food, a new outlook on your body, and you will start the foundation for a solid healthy attainable lifestyle, that will turn your body in to a fat burning machine. Thank you for joining me on this journey.
Now a few housekeeping items:
1) This group is separate and closed from SBM. I am not looking to take away from her business, or her approach. I am hosting this group, because I believe that it is important to my way of life, and want to make support available to others free of charge.
2) This is a safe place to be honest and upfront about where you are in this process. That being said, you are all accountable to yourselves and to me. You don't need to come clean with the group, but if you slip off plan, you need to let me know. The plan states that if you fall off the wagon you start over. Only I will know, but you won't be able to finish with the group and celebrate the win, but I ask that you acknowledge to yourself and to me as your leader that you are starting over, or this is not for you.
3)Please be courteous and supportive of each other. There are no stupid questions. I will do my best to answer any questions, and will reference the books for fact when I can.
4) Do your best Eat Clean and Be Honest not only with the group but with yourself. This is your time to change your thoughts and feelings about food and how it fuels your body.
I did the post on FB so please go share a snippet of who you are. It is such an easy way for people to connect with you. I am currently going through THIS site and getting ideas. I know I will be making lots of deviled eggs to snack on. I just take out the yolks and mix with an avocado! There is a great recipe on the link I just posted for paleo mayo. It takes some time to master you must use the ingredients they say but it's really delicious. I just prefer to use an avocado. It's way easier. Add a piece of sugar free bacon or sausage to the top! It's a great snack!!
Another staple is almond milk. I am thinking of doing an almond milk video sometime soon but until then, use this link! It is such a great alternative to dairy and I love it in my coffee! Make sure you soak almonds overnight first!!
I pretty much cook everything in coconut oil THIS is the one I use but you aren't limited to that.
I use for everything from cooking to leather polish to moisturizer, face wash and deodorant. It's awesome.
Again, If I don't hear from you and you didn't send me the info that was requested and you don't contribute then this group isn't for you. Our group is all about each other. We will also be discussing the book on FB this week!!
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